Atty. Michael J. Giese

Atty. Michael J. Giese

Michael J. Giese is a lawyer practicing litigation, business litigation, class actions and 2 other areas of law.

Greenville Greenville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Giese at a glance

Michael J. Giese is a Partner based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1974) and College of St. Thomas (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar Fourth Circuit Judicial Conference. Serands clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael J. Giese is a lawyer practicing litigation, business litigation, class actions and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Michael practices at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP in Greenville, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Giese's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Giese 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 J. Giese is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael J. Giese is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Class Action

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

Civil Litigation

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

Michael J. Giese is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 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 J. Giese

Where is Michael J. Giese's law office located?
Michael J. Giese's law practice is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The firm is Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Giese handle?
Michael J. Giese focuses on personal injury, business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Michael J. Giese practiced law?
Michael J. Giese has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Michael J. Giese go to law school?
Michael J. Giese earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Michael J. Giese for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. Giese 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 J. Giese received?
Michael J. Giese's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
College of St. Thomas
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1974

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