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David M. Collins is an Of Counsel based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on product liability and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1985) and South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1986). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1985) and College of Charleston (B.A. Political, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maritime Law Association of the U, S, and Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute (Treasurer, 1999-2000 Secretary, 2000 Vice Chairman, 2001 Chairman, 2002) Defense Research Institute Boating Industry Risk Management Council American Boat & Yacht Council. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. David M. Collins is a lawyer practicing maritime law, product liability
- David M. received a B.A. degree from College of Charleston in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- David M. practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Charleston, SC
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Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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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 Charleston 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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