Atty. David B. Betts

Atty. David B. Betts

David B. Betts is a lawyer practicing trial practice, taxation law, estate planning law and 1 other area of law.

Columbia Columbia 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (839) 238-7416 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David B. Betts at a glance

David B. Betts is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Law Offices of David B. Betts. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1975). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1975) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1969). Active member of South Carolina Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David B. Betts is a lawyer practicing trial practice, taxation law, estate planning law and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David practices at Law Offices of David B. Betts in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Betts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Betts handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Tax Law

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

David B. Betts is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

David B. Betts 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 David B. Betts

Where is David B. Betts's law office located?
David B. Betts's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Law Offices of David B. Betts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Betts handle?
David B. Betts focuses on estate planning, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has David B. Betts practiced law?
David B. Betts has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David B. Betts go to law school?
David B. Betts earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact David B. Betts for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1975
B.S.
University of South Carolina
- 1969

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1975

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