Atty. David P. Geis
David Parker Geis practices family law throughout the South Carolina Low Country, including Beaufort and Jasper Counties. Mr.
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David P. Geis is an Attorney based in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, practicing at Law Offices of David Parker Geis, LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and South Carolina (1999). Educated at Fordham University (J.D. New, 1972) and Adelphi University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar. Serands clients in Hilton Head Island, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David Parker Geis practices family law throughout the South Carolina Low Country, including Beaufort and Jasper Counties
- Mr. Geis has the highest peer review rating for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability from Martindale Hubbell and is listed in the national Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers in both New York and South Carolina
- Mr. Geis is an experienced trial attorney and has practiced matrimonial law for over 50 years, both in New York State and South Carolina
- He presently restricts his matrimonial practice to South Carolina and has practiced almost exclusively in South Carolina for approximately 25 years
- Mr. Geis is also a qualified Family Law Mediator in both New York State and South Carolina
- He became qualified in New York State in 1993 and in South Carolina in 2001
- He served as 1st Lieutenant on active duty in the U.S
- Army and is a Vietnam Veteran
- Mr. Geis has been active in the legal community throughout his career both in New York State and South Carolina
- He is Chairman of the Family Law Section Council for the South Carolina Bar Association
- past President of the Beaufort County Bar Association and Former Member, New York State Council for Family Mediation
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
David P. Geis is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in South Carolina →
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David P. Geis is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →
David P. Geis is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support 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 Hilton Head Island 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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