Atty. Michael K. Ott

Atty. Michael K. Ott

Mr. Michael K.

Columbia Columbia 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (803) 723-3245

Profile Summary

About Michael K. Ott at a glance

Michael K. Ott is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Malone, Thompson, Summers & Ott L.L.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1989) and North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1998). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1989) and Clemson University (B.S., 1986). Active member of Mecklenburg County and American (Member, Section on Labor and Employment Law) Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar South Carolina Bar. Serves clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael K. Ott is a lawyer practicing social security, employment law, employee benefits and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Clemson University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Michael practices at Malone, Thompson, Summers & Ott L.L.C. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael K. Ott's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael K. Ott is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael K. Ott is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in South Carolina →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Michael K. Ott is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →

Securities Law

Michael K. Ott is one of 58,852 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael K. Ott

Where is Michael K. Ott's law office located?
Michael K. Ott's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Malone, Thompson, Summers & Ott L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael K. Ott handle?
Michael K. Ott focuses on employment, tax, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Michael K. Ott practiced law?
Michael K. Ott has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael K. Ott go to law school?
Michael K. Ott earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Michael K. Ott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1989
B.S.
Clemson University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1989
North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1998

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