Atty. Matthew E. Rupert

Atty. Matthew E. Rupert

Matt handles REO matters, drafts and reviews contracts, and conducts residential real estate closings. Previously, Matt was a clerk for the Honorable R.

Columbia Columbia 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew E. Rupert at a glance

Matthew E. Rupert is a Senior Real Estate Attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Scott and Corley, P.A.. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on residential, child custody, and real estate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2012). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 2012) and North Carolina State University (B.S. Biomedical, 2003). Active member of Memberships South Carolina Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division Phi Delta Phi USC Public Interest in Law Society, Treasurer Southeastern Environmental Law Journal, Managing Editor. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matt handles REO matters, drafts and reviews contracts, and conducts residential real estate closings
  • Previously, Matt was a clerk for the Honorable R. Ferrell Cothran, Jr., Third Judicial Circuit of South Carolina
  • He has also been an intern for the Honorable Paige Gossett, Federal Magistrate Judge, U.S
  • District Court for the District of South Carolina
  • Before pursuing a legal career, Matt was a coastal engineer in Florida where he handled permitting and design
  • He earned an M.S. in Coastal Engineering from the University of Florida in 2006
  • Community Involvement Habitat for Humanity Young Professionals Coastal Conservation Association Publications, Speeches & Seminars Beach Nourishment to the Rescue: Through an Extensive Regulatory Review Process, Beach Nourishment Can Restore and Protect Vital Sea Turtle Nesting Habitat Southeastern Environmental Law Journal, Vol. 19.19 SEENVLJ 327
  • News/Press Releases October 24, 2013

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew E. Rupert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E. Rupert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew E. Rupert

Where is Matthew E. Rupert's law office located?
Matthew E. Rupert's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Scott and Corley, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew E. Rupert handle?
Matthew E. Rupert focuses on residential, child custody, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Matthew E. Rupert practiced law?
Matthew E. Rupert has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Matthew E. Rupert go to law school?
Matthew E. Rupert earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.S. Biomedical, 2003).
How can I contact Matthew E. Rupert for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 2012
B.S. Biomedical
North Carolina State University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2012

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