Atty. Eugene Hamilton Matthews

Atty. Eugene Hamilton Matthews

Eugene Hamilton Matthews is a lawyer practicing employment, litigation, administrative law and 3 other areas of law. Eugene received a B.A. degree from Furman University in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Columbia Columbia 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Eugene Hamilton Matthews at a glance

Eugene Hamilton Matthews is a Shareholder based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1995), North Carolina (1995), U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (1995), and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1996). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1995) and Furman University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina Bar Association South Carolina Bar (Member, CLE Committee Council and Chairman, Employment and Labor Law Section, 2004) North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eugene Hamilton Matthews is a lawyer practicing employment, litigation, administrative law and 3 other areas of law
  • Eugene received a B.A. degree from Furman University in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Eugene practices at Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Eugene Hamilton Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eugene Hamilton Matthews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Eugene Hamilton Matthews is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Eugene Hamilton Matthews is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in South Carolina →

Government & Administrative Law

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Eugene Hamilton Matthews

Where is Eugene Hamilton Matthews's law office located?
Eugene Hamilton Matthews's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eugene Hamilton Matthews handle?
Eugene Hamilton Matthews focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Eugene Hamilton Matthews practiced law?
Eugene Hamilton Matthews has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Eugene Hamilton Matthews go to law school?
Eugene Hamilton Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Eugene Hamilton Matthews for a consultation?
You can contact Eugene Hamilton Matthews 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 Eugene Hamilton Matthews received?
Eugene Hamilton Matthews's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1995
B.A.
Furman University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1995
North Carolina
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1998

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