Atty. Kenneth B. Wingate

Atty. Kenneth B. Wingate

Kenneth B. Wingate is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate litigation, probate administration and 2 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Kenneth B. Wingate at a glance

Kenneth B. Wingate is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Sweeny, Wingate & Barrow, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1986), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1990), and U.S. Tax Court (1994). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Clemson University (B.S. Accounting, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar American Bar Association Columbia Estate Planning Council South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kenneth B. Wingate is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate litigation, probate administration and 2 other areas of law
  • Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Clemson University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Kenneth practices at Sweeny, Wingate & Barrow, P.A. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth B. Wingate's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth B. Wingate handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Kenneth B. Wingate is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Kenneth B. Wingate is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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 Kenneth B. Wingate

Where is Kenneth B. Wingate's law office located?
Kenneth B. Wingate's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Sweeny, Wingate & Barrow, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth B. Wingate handle?
Kenneth B. Wingate focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Kenneth B. Wingate practiced law?
Kenneth B. Wingate has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Kenneth B. Wingate go to law school?
Kenneth B. Wingate earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Accounting, 1981).
How can I contact Kenneth B. Wingate for a consultation?
You can contact Kenneth B. Wingate 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 Kenneth B. Wingate received?
Kenneth B. Wingate's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1986
B.S. Accounting
Clemson University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1994

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