Atty. Mitchell C. Payne

Atty. Mitchell C. Payne

MITCHELL C. PAYNE is a Partner in the law firm of Payne & Black, LLC and a shareholder in ElderLaw Services of South Carolina, P.A.

Rock Hill Rock Hill 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (839) 274-3096

Profile Summary

About Mitchell C. Payne at a glance

Mitchell C. Payne is a Member based in Rock Hill, South Carolina, practicing at Payne & Black, LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, ssd, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1984), Georgia (1985), and U.S. Tax Court (1990). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of South Carolina (B.A. Accounting, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of York County and American Bar Associations South Carolina Bar State Bar of Georgia National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serves clients in Rock Hill, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • MITCHELL C. PAYNE is a Partner in the law firm of Payne & Black, LLC and a shareholder in ElderLaw Services of South Carolina, P.A
  • He received his Masters in Accounting from the University of South Carolina’s Moore School of Business, and his Law Degree from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law
  • Mr. Payne represents faimilies throughout the state of South Carolina and in the the following areas
  • Asset Protection, Elder Law, Medicaid Eligibility, Veteran’s Benefits, Long Term Care Planning, Disability and Special Needs Law, Nursing Home Law, Incapacity, Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Administration, Guardianship, Business Succession Planning, and Litigation
  • relating to Breach of Fiduciary Duty, Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults, Abuse of Power of Attorney, and all Probate Court matters
  • Mr. Payne is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, a founding board member of the Carolina's Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
  • a Past President of the South Carolina Chapter of NAELA
  • and a Charter Member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners
  • Mr. Payne previously served as the Chair of the Elder Law Committee of the South Carolina Bar, and is a frequent lecturer on Elder Law, Medicaid, Public Benefits, Asset Protection, and the rights of senior citizens and those with disabilities

Practice Areas Explained

Mitchell C. Payne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mitchell C. Payne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

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

Mitchell C. Payne 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.

Mitchell C. Payne is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Mitchell C. Payne is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Rock Hill 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 Mitchell C. Payne

Where is Mitchell C. Payne's law office located?
Mitchell C. Payne's law practice is located in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The firm is Payne & Black, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mitchell C. Payne handle?
Mitchell C. Payne focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, ssd, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Mitchell C. Payne practiced law?
Mitchell C. Payne has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Mitchell C. Payne go to law school?
Mitchell C. Payne earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Accounting, 1980).
How can I contact Mitchell C. Payne for a consultation?
You can contact Mitchell C. Payne 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 Mitchell C. Payne received?
Mitchell C. Payne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1984
B.A. Accounting
University of South Carolina
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1984
Georgia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1990

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