Atty. Bret H. Davis

Atty. Bret H. Davis

Bret H. Davis is an attorney and certified public accountant and principal in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina law firm of Davis Law Firm, P.A., where he concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, special needs planning, probate, corporate law, tax law, and commercial transactions.

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Profile Summary

About Bret H. Davis at a glance

Bret H. Davis is a Member based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, practicing at Davis Law Firm, P.A.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1996) and North Carolina (1997). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D. Villanova, 1996) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Bar Association. Serands clients in Myrtle Beach, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bret H. Davis is an attorney and certified public accountant and principal in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina law firm of Davis Law Firm, P.A., where he concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, special needs planning, probate, corporate law, tax law, and commercial transactions
  • He is a member of the South Carolina Bar, Horry County Bar, North Carolina State Bar, and North Carolina Bar Association
  • Bret served on the Myrtle Beach Board of Zoning Appeals from 2000-2002, and serves on the Resolution of Fee Dispute Board for the 15th Judicial Circuit
  • Bret also currently serves on the Horry County Probate Advisory Council
  • He has also previously served on the Legacy Advisory Council, Chanticleer Athletic Foundation, and Accounting Advisory Board at Coastal Carolina University, and he currently serves on the Coastal Carolina Education Foundation
  • Bret is also a board member of the South Carolina Tax Council
  • He earned his B.S. degree in Finance and Insurance and Economic Security from the University of South Carolina
  • his J.D. degree from Mississippi College School of Law, where he received the American Jurisprudence award in corporate tax
  • and his LL.M. degree and Certificate in Estate Planning from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
  • Bret is an active member of his church and married with three children, and enjoys playing golf and working on his family farm

Practice Areas Explained

Bret H. Davis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bret H. Davis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bret H. Davis is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Bret H. Davis is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bret H. Davis is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in South Carolina →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Bret H. Davis is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Myrtle Beach 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 Bret H. Davis

Where is Bret H. Davis's law office located?
Bret H. Davis's law practice is located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The firm is Davis Law Firm, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bret H. Davis handle?
Bret H. Davis focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Bret H. Davis practiced law?
Bret H. Davis has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Bret H. Davis go to law school?
Bret H. Davis earned their education at (J.D. Villanova, 1996); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Bret H. Davis for a consultation?
You can contact Bret H. Davis 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 Bret H. Davis received?
Bret H. Davis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Villanova
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1996
B.S.
University of South Carolina
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1996
North Carolina
Admitted: 1997

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