Atty. Donald Michael Williams

Atty. Donald Michael Williams

Mr. Donald Michael Williams is a lawyer practicing real estate, litigation, municipal law.

Charleston Charleston 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald Michael Williams at a glance

Donald Michael Williams is a Shareholder based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1974), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1975), U.S. Tax Court (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Donald Michael Williams is a lawyer practicing real estate, litigation, municipal law
  • Donald Michael received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Donald Michael practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Charleston, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Donald Michael Williams's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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

Civil Litigation

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

Donald Michael Williams is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Donald Michael Williams is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald Michael Williams

Where is Donald Michael Williams's law office located?
Donald Michael Williams's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Burr & Forman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald Michael Williams handle?
Donald Michael Williams focuses on real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Donald Michael Williams practiced law?
Donald Michael Williams has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Donald Michael Williams go to law school?
Donald Michael Williams earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Donald Michael Williams for a consultation?
You can contact Donald Michael Williams 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 Donald Michael Williams received?
Donald Michael Williams's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1974
B.S.
University of South Carolina
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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