Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Greenville, SC · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Mackinnon at a Glance
Michael A. Mackinnon is a Member based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at Michael MacKinnon. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1975). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1975) and High Point College (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of South Carolina Bar American Bar Association South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Mackinnon
- Mr. Michael A. Mackinnon is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from High Point College in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Michael MacKinnon in Greenville, SC
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Michael A. Mackinnon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Mackinnon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Greenville.
Personal Injury in Greenville
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.
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Criminal Defense in Greenville
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Greenville
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Greenville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Workers Compensation in Greenville
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Greenville
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 Greenville 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 venue, 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.
Greenville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Greenville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Greenville Choose Michael A. Mackinnon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael A. Mackinnon's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Mackinnon brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Michael A. Mackinnon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Greenville
A Greenville-based practice means Michael A. Mackinnon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael A. Mackinnon Handles in Greenville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael A. Mackinnon has experience with under South Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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