Compare South Carolina Maritime Law Lawyers

Compare verified maritime law attorney profiles, read client reviews, and request free consultations across South Carolina

19 lawyers found

South Carolina residents facing maritime law issues have access to attorneys who specialize in offshore injuries, Jones Act claims, admiralty law, cargo disputes, vessel collisions, and maritime contracts. The legal framework in South Carolina differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Court of Common Pleas proceedings and the specific regulations that govern maritime law cases in this jurisdiction.

One of the most important things to know about maritime law law in South Carolina is the statute of limitations. You generally have 3 years from the date of injury to file a claim. South Carolina follows modified comparative fault with 51% bar (S.C. Code § 15-38-15) for determining liability, which directly affects how much compensation you may recover. Cases are filed in Court of Common Pleas, and knowing how local judges handle these matters gives experienced attorneys a real advantage.

Choosing the right maritime law attorney in South Carolina means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to maritime law law in South Carolina to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across South Carolina.

David Popowski - Attorney
David Popowski
0/5 (0 reviews)
 171 Church St., Ste. 110 CHARLESTON SC 29401
(843) 722-8301
University of South Carolina School of Law (1975)
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
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Gedney Main Howe IV - Attorney
Gedney Main Howe IV
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Offices of Gedney M Howe, III, PA
 8 Chalmers St Charleston SC 29401
(843) 722-8048
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Insurance Claims Maritime Law Personal Injury
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John Townsend Cooper - Attorney
John Townsend Cooper
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cooper & Bilbrey, P.C.
 1150 Queensborough Blvd. Suite 201 Mount Pleasant SC 29464
(843) 883-9099
Charleston School of Law (2004)
English
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Construction Law Maritime Law
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Roy Willey - Attorney
Roy Willey
0/5 (0 reviews)
 32 Ann Street Charleston SC 29403
(800) 777-7777
Harvard University (2005)
English
New Jersey Bar
Active License
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Consumer Law Insurance Claims
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Joshua P. Cantwell - Attorney
Joshua P. Cantwell
0/5 (0 reviews)
 63 Broad Street Charleston SC 29401
(843) 801-4104
University of the South (1998)
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Construction Law Criminal Law
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Sam Clawson - Attorney
Sam Clawson
0/5 (0 reviews)
Clawson Fargnoli & Utsey, LLC
 The Presqu’ile House 2 Amherst Street Charleston SC 29403
(843) 408-0599
State University of New York - Maritime College at Ft. Schuyler
English
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Maritime Law Personal Injury
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Albert Glen Bilbrey Jr. - Attorney
Albert Glen Bilbrey Jr.
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bilbrey & Cooper, P.C.
 1150 Queensborough Blvd. Suite 201 Mount Pleasant SC 29464
(843) 883-9099
Charleston School of Law (2015)
English
United States Court of Federal Claims Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Construction Law Maritime Law
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Robert Sumner - Attorney
Robert Sumner
0/5 (0 reviews)
 40 Calhoun St Charleston SC 29401
(843) 579-7018
University of South Carolina (2002)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Construction Law
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Robert Johnston - Attorney
Robert Johnston
0/5 (0 reviews)
 825 Surfside Drive Surfside SC 29575
(843) 828-1137
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (1994)
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Matthew J. Story - Attorney
Matthew J. Story
0/5 (0 reviews)
 126 Seven Farms Drive Ste 200 Charleston SC 29492
(843) 577-2026
The University of Georgia School of Law
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Maritime Law
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Barnwell Vaughan - Attorney
Barnwell Vaughan
0/5 (0 reviews)
 102 Wappoo Creek Dr Charleston SC 29412
(843) 762-7827
University of South Carolina (1985)
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Insurance Defense
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Robert Clawson - Attorney
Robert Clawson
0/5 (0 reviews)
 126 7 Farms Dr Charleston SC 29492
(843) 722-2867
University of South Carolina (1966)
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Maritime Law
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Douglas M. Muller - Attorney
Douglas M. Muller
0/5 (0 reviews)
 40 Calhoun Street Charleston SC 29401
(843) 579-7032
University of South Carolina (1987)
Georgia Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Maritime Law
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Edward Paul Gibson - Attorney
Edward Paul Gibson
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3660 West Montague Ave. North Charleston SC 40997
(843) 225-3852
University of Maryland (1980)
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Maritime Law Personal Injury Products Liability
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William Scott - Attorney
William Scott
0/5 (0 reviews)
 775 St Andrews Blvd Charleston SC 29407
(843) 556-5635
University of South Carolina (1990)
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Maritime Law Real Estate Law
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Frank L. P. Barnwell - Attorney
Frank L. P. Barnwell
0/5 (0 reviews)
 53 Broad St Charleston SC 29401
(843) 853-7816
University of South Carolina (1976)
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Maritime Law Personal Injury Real Estate Law
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