Atty. Allen D. Smith

Atty. Allen D. Smith

Allen D. Smith is a lawyer practicing education law, construction law, labor and employment and 1 other area of law.

Columbia Columbia 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Allen D. Smith at a glance

Allen D. Smith is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Childs & Halligan, P.A.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, construction, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1990), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1992). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1990) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Allen D. Smith is a lawyer practicing education law, construction law, labor and employment and 1 other area of law
  • Allen received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Allen practices at Childs & Halligan, P.A. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Allen D. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allen D. Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Allen D. Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Construction Law

Allen D. Smith is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Allen D. Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Allen D. Smith is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in South Carolina →

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 Allen D. Smith

Where is Allen D. Smith's law office located?
Allen D. Smith's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Childs & Halligan, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allen D. Smith handle?
Allen D. Smith focuses on employment, construction, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Allen D. Smith practiced law?
Allen D. Smith has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Allen D. Smith go to law school?
Allen D. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Allen D. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Allen D. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Allen D. Smith received?
Allen D. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1990
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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