Atty. Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons

Atty. Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons

Charley FitzSimons grew up in Columbia, South Carolina. After leaving Columbia to obtain her undergraduate degree at Presbyterian College, Charley returned to Columbia to attend the University of South Carolina School of Law where she graduated in 2017.

Columbia Columbia 7 yrs experience 7 year
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Profile Summary

About Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons at a glance

Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Crawford & von Keller, LLC. They have 7+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2019. Their practice focuses on residential and real estate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2019). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2017) and Presbyterian College (B.A., 2013). Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charley FitzSimons grew up in Columbia, South Carolina
  • After leaving Columbia to obtain her undergraduate degree at Presbyterian College, Charley returned to Columbia to attend the University of South Carolina School of Law where she graduated in 2017
  • After graduation, Charley clerked for the Honorable R. Knox McMahon on the South Carolina Circuit Court in Lexington, South Carolina
  • Having spent her formative law school years as a law clerk for James E. Knight, Jr., a local commercial and residential real estate attorney, she returned to her roots and spent two years with Hanson Law Firm performing real estate closings
  • With hopes to establish both a commercial and residential real estate practice, Charley joined Crawford & von Keller, LLC as an Associate in February of 2022
  • Charley now lives in Columbia, South Carolina with her very energetic dalmatian, Darla, who can be found attached to her side when she’s not in the office
  • She is an active member of the Junior League of Columbia, Young Alumni Council for Presbyterian College, and serves as an Intern Advisor each semester for college students looking to further their career in the legal field
  • Past Employment Positions • The Honorable R. Knox McMahon, South Carolina Circuit Court – Law Clerk , 2017-18 • University of South Carolina School of Law, 2019 • Hanson Law Firm – Associate Attorney, 2020-2022

Practice Areas Explained

Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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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 Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons

Where is Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons's law office located?
Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Crawford & von Keller, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons handle?
Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons focuses on residential, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons practiced law?
Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons has 7+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2019.
Where did Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons go to law school?
Charley Summerlin Fitzsimons earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.A., 2013).
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2017
B.A.
Presbyterian College
- 2013

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2019

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