Atty. Michael E. Elsner

Atty. Michael E. Elsner

Michael E. Elsner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.

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Profile Summary

About Michael E. Elsner at a glance

Michael E. Elsner is a personal injury, class action, product liability, and aviation attorney based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, practicing at Motley Rice LLC. Educated at The University of Memphis (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Mount Pleasant, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael E. Elsner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Michael E., who practices law in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E. Elsner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Elsner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

Michael E. Elsner is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Class Action

Michael E. Elsner is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in South Carolina →

Product Liability

Michael E. Elsner is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

Michael E. Elsner is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in South Carolina →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael E. Elsner

Where is Michael E. Elsner's law office located?
Michael E. Elsner's law practice is located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The firm is Motley Rice LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E. Elsner handle?
Michael E. Elsner focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
Where did Michael E. Elsner go to law school?
Michael E. Elsner earned their education at (J.D., 1997).
How can I contact Michael E. Elsner for a consultation?
You can contact Michael E. Elsner 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 Michael E. Elsner received?
Michael E. Elsner's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Memphis
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026

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