Atty. Marvin D. Infinger

Atty. Marvin D. Infinger

For more than 30 years Marvin Infinger has counseled clients in complex disputes, resolving matters in the areas of admiralty and maritime, business, construction, government, environment, intellectual property, probate, product liability, real property, and appellate practice. His experience and depth of knowledge in these areas is exemplified by his many awards and accolades: he has been listed in Best Lawyers in America annually since 2005 and has been named Charleston’s “Bet-the-Company Litigator of the Year” and “Lawyer of the Year” in the areas of intellectual property (2015) and admiral

Charleston Charleston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Marvin D. Infinger at a glance

Marvin D. Infinger is a Special Counsel based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms, LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and maritime. Admitted to practice in South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Ci (1977). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Civic & Professional Memberships •fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers •American Board of Trial Advocates •U and S. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • For more than 30 years Marvin Infinger has counseled clients in complex disputes, resolving matters in the areas of admiralty and maritime, business, construction, government, environment, intellectual property, probate, product liability, real property, and appellate practice
  • His experience and depth of knowledge in these areas is exemplified by his many awards and accolades: he has been listed in Best Lawyers in America annually since 2005 and has been named Charleston’s “Bet-the-Company Litigator of the Year” and “Lawyer of the Year” in the areas of intellectual property (2015) and admiralty and maritime law (2019)
  • He has been recognized by Chambers USA in South Carolina annually since 2011 in general commercial litigation and is also recognized by Super Lawyers and Benchmark Litigation
  • He holds an AV preeminent rating with Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating available
  • Marvin Infinger is also an accomplished mediator, having mediated hundreds of cases over the years and has served as arbitrator and special master appointed by the court to try matters to conclusion
  • He is the former Chair of the Advisory Committee for the District of South Carolina, formed to develop a plan mandated by Congress under The Civil Justice Reform Act of 1990
  • He is a former member of the State Ethics Commission, a former Commissioner on the Board of Grievances and Discipline(now The Office of Disciplinary Counsel), a former faculty member for the South Carolina Bar Bridge the Gap in the area of products liability and a former member of the American Bar Association’s standing committee on public education
  • Infinger earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and his Juris Doctor from the University’s School of Law
  • When he is not in a courtroom, conference room or the office, Marvin enjoys writing, reading and the outdoors

Practice Areas Explained

Marvin D. Infinger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marvin D. Infinger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Marvin D. Infinger is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in South Carolina →

Maritime & Admiralty 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 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 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 Marvin D. Infinger

Where is Marvin D. Infinger's law office located?
Marvin D. Infinger's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marvin D. Infinger handle?
Marvin D. Infinger focuses on litigation, adr, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Marvin D. Infinger practiced law?
Marvin D. Infinger has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Marvin D. Infinger go to law school?
Marvin D. Infinger earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Marvin D. Infinger for a consultation?
You can contact Marvin D. Infinger 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 Marvin D. Infinger received?
Marvin D. Infinger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Ci
Admitted: 1977

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