General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Columbia, SC · 36+ Years Experience
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About Michael D. Malone at a Glance
Michael D. Malone is a Managing Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Malone, Thompson, Summers & Ott L.L.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1990) and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1990) and University of North Carolina at Charlotte (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar. Serves clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D. Malone
- Mr. Michael D. Malone is a lawyer practicing general practice, labor and employment
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Michael practices at Malone, Thompson, Summers & Ott L.L.C. in Columbia, SC
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Michael D. Malone's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Malone handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbia.
Employment Law in Columbia
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbia
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 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.
Columbia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbia-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 Columbia Choose Michael D. Malone
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 D. Malone's practice in the field of employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D. Malone brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in South Carolina and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Michael D. Malone can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means Michael D. Malone's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Columbia
A Columbia-based practice means Michael D. Malone 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 D. Malone Handles in Columbia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael D. Malone 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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