Atty. Col. Dylan Ward Goff

Atty. Col. Dylan Ward Goff

Col. Dylan Ward Goff is a lawyer practicing probate, criminal defense, business law and 3 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Col. Dylan Ward Goff at a glance

Col. Dylan Ward Goff is an Associate based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at James E. Smith, Jr., P.A.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2009). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2008) and The Citadel (B.A. History, 2002). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dylan Ward Goff is a lawyer practicing probate, criminal defense, business law and 3 other areas of law
  • Dylan received a B.A. degree from The Citadel in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Dylan practices at James E. Smith, Jr., P.A. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Col. Dylan Ward Goff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Col. Dylan Ward Goff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Col. Dylan Ward Goff is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

Col. Dylan Ward Goff is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Col. Dylan Ward Goff

Where is Col. Dylan Ward Goff's law office located?
Col. Dylan Ward Goff's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is James E. Smith, Jr., P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Col. Dylan Ward Goff handle?
Col. Dylan Ward Goff focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Col. Dylan Ward Goff practiced law?
Col. Dylan Ward Goff has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Col. Dylan Ward Goff go to law school?
Col. Dylan Ward Goff earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. History, 2002).
How can I contact Col. Dylan Ward Goff for a consultation?
You can contact Col. Dylan Ward Goff 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 Col. Dylan Ward Goff received?
Col. Dylan Ward Goff's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2008
B.A. History
The Citadel
- 2002

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2009

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