Atty. Christopher Michael Shavo

Atty. Christopher Michael Shavo

Christopher Michael Shavo is a lawyer practicing tax planning, asset protection, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from Siena College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Columbia Columbia 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Christopher Michael Shavo at a glance

Christopher Michael Shavo is an Associate based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at McDonnell & Associates, PA. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1988), U.S. Tax Court (1993), Pennsylvania (1994), and South Carolina (2004). Educated at Villanova University (LL.M. Taxation, 1992) and Siena College (B.S. Economics, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Michael Shavo is a lawyer practicing tax planning, asset protection, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.S. degree from Siena College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Christopher practices at McDonnell & Associates, PA in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Michael Shavo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Michael Shavo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

Christopher Michael Shavo is one of 226,537 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.

Christopher Michael Shavo is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

Christopher Michael Shavo is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →

Tax Law

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

Christopher Michael Shavo is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Christopher Michael Shavo

Where is Christopher Michael Shavo's law office located?
Christopher Michael Shavo's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is McDonnell & Associates, PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Michael Shavo handle?
Christopher Michael Shavo focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Christopher Michael Shavo practiced law?
Christopher Michael Shavo has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Christopher Michael Shavo go to law school?
Christopher Michael Shavo earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1992); (B.S. Economics, 1983).
How can I contact Christopher Michael Shavo for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Michael Shavo 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 Christopher Michael Shavo received?
Christopher Michael Shavo's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Villanova University
- 1992
B.S. Economics
Siena College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1993
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
South Carolina
Admitted: 2004

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