Atty. Lisa Patterson Sumner

Atty. Lisa Patterson Sumner

Lisa Patterson Sumner is a lawyer practicing products liability, asbestos, environmental and 1 other area of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from The Citadel in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Columbia Columbia 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Lisa Patterson Sumner at a glance

Lisa Patterson Sumner is a product liability and environmental attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court for District of South Carolina (1967), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1967) and The Citadel (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association and American Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lisa Patterson Sumner is a lawyer practicing products liability, asbestos, environmental and 1 other area of law
  • Lisa received a B.A. degree from The Citadel in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Lisa practices in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa Patterson Sumner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa Patterson Sumner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Product Liability

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Lisa Patterson Sumner

Where is Lisa Patterson Sumner's law office located?
Lisa Patterson Sumner's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa Patterson Sumner handle?
Lisa Patterson Sumner focuses on product liability, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Lisa Patterson Sumner practiced law?
Lisa Patterson Sumner has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Lisa Patterson Sumner go to law school?
Lisa Patterson Sumner earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Lisa Patterson Sumner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lisa Patterson Sumner received?
Lisa Patterson Sumner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1967
B.A.
The Citadel
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court for District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
South Carolina
Admitted: 1994

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