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Gaines W. Smith is a Member based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Legaré, Hare & Smith. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, and real estate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1950). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Charleston County Bar Association (President, 1975-1976) South Carolina Bar American Judicature Society The Association of Trial Lawyers of America South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Gaines W. Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, personal injury, probate and 1 other area of law
- Gaines has been licensed for 76 years
- Gaines practices at Legaré, Hare & Smith in Charleston, SC
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Gaines W. Smith is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Carolina →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Gaines W. Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Gaines W. Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →
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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 venue, 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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