Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Charleston, SC · 54+ Years Experience
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About Gerald A. Kaynard at a Glance
Gerald A. Kaynard is a trusts, personal injury, employment, business, and government attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1972). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gerald A. Kaynard
- Mr. Gerald A. Kaynard is a lawyer practicing administrative law, labor and employment law, government law and 4 other areas of law
- Gerald has been licensed for 54 years
- Gerald practices in Charleston, SC
Practice Areas Explained
Gerald A. Kaynard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald A. Kaynard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charleston.
Trusts in Charleston
Gerald A. Kaynard is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in South Carolina →
Personal Injury in Charleston
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.
Gerald A. Kaynard is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
Employment Law in Charleston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Gerald A. Kaynard is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →
Business & Corporate Law in Charleston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gerald A. Kaynard is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →
Government & Administrative Law in Charleston
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Gerald A. Kaynard is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charleston
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.
Charleston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charleston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charleston Choose Gerald A. Kaynard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gerald A. Kaynard's practice in the field of trusts, personal injury, employment, business, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gerald A. Kaynard brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, personal injury, and employment, Gerald A. Kaynard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charleston
A Charleston-based practice means Gerald A. Kaynard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gerald A. Kaynard Handles in Charleston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gerald A. Kaynard has experience with under South Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gerald A. Kaynard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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