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Ken H. Lester is a Senior Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Lester & Hendrix LLC. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, and family law. Admitted to practice in South Carolina U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1966). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1966) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Ken H. Lester is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, family law
- Ken received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Ken practices at Lester & Hendrix LLC in Columbia, SC and 2 others locations
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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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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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