Atty. Louis P. Herns
Throughout his career, Louis’ practice has concentrated on representing numerous and varied corporations involved in the asbestos litigation. He has served as National Coordinating Counsel for two corporations that formerly manufactured asbestos containing products.
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Louis P. Herns is an Attorney based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, practicing at Milligan & Hearns, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury and product liability. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1985), U.S District Court, District of South Carolina (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1987). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1985) and Clemson University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Charleston County and American Bar Associations South Carolina Bar South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association Defense Research and Trial Institute. Serands clients in Mount Pleasant, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Throughout his career, Louis’ practice has concentrated on representing numerous and varied corporations involved in the asbestos litigation
- He has served as National Coordinating Counsel for two corporations that formerly manufactured asbestos containing products
- Louis is knowledgeable and experienced in establishing a corporate defendant’s defenses and in preparing cases for trial by his active participation in discovery as well as attendance at fact, corporate, and expert depositions
- Louis regularly gives presentations at various asbestos seminars
- Louis has received the highest available peer review rating, AV, from Martindale-Hubbell for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability
- Should you require any additional information, please feel free to contact Louis personally. - Member of Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity
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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.
Louis P. Herns is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
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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 Mount Pleasant 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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