Atty. Patrick E. Knie
For more than 35 years, I have represented real people as a result of injuries or death. I handle a broad spectrum of personal injury claims including car and truck accidents, work related injuries, injuries from defective products, nursing home abuse, and medical malpractice.
Motor Vehicle Accidents Plaintiff & More Attorney · Serving Spartanburg, SC · 54+ Years Experience
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About Patrick E. Knie at a Glance
Patrick E. Knie is a Member based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, practicing at Knie & Shealy Law Offices. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1973). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1972) and University of South Carolina (B.S. History, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar American Bar Association American Association for Justice South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Spartanburg, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick E. Knie
- For more than 35 years, I have represented real people as a result of injuries or death
- I handle a broad spectrum of personal injury claims including car and truck accidents, work related injuries, injuries from defective products, nursing home abuse, and medical malpractice
- I do not represent any insurance companies or corporations
- I like the challenge of fighting big companies for my clients
- Having tried hundreds of cases, I am more than willing to take your case in front of a jury
- I find that representing injured people is very rewarding
- I receive thank you noted, Christmas cards, hugs, and even vegtables in the summer out of my clients gardens
- It is my goal to make a diffence in the lives of my clients
- I use the latest technology to enhance your case including "day in a life" videos, accident reconstruction experts, power point presentationa, vocational experts, and economists to establish financial loss and life care experts when needed
- I am regularly hired by other lawyers to assist in complicated or high stakes lawsuits
- I also handle class action litigation and litigation involving numerous claimants
- In addition to being to practice law in South Carolina, I licensed to practice in the Federal District Court for the District of South Carolina and the United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
- I have aslo appeared in other state and federal courts on complex legal matters
- I am a strong believer in the legal system, pariticularly the civil justice system and it is my observation and belief the the jury sytem is the best way of resolving disputes between our citizens
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick E. Knie's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick E. Knie handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Spartanburg.
Car Accidents in Spartanburg
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Patrick E. Knie is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in South Carolina →
Medical Malpractice in Spartanburg
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Patrick E. Knie is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Carolina →
Wrongful Death in Spartanburg
Patrick E. Knie is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in South Carolina →
Personal Injury in Spartanburg
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.
Patrick E. Knie is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
Workers Compensation in Spartanburg
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Patrick E. Knie is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Spartanburg
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 Spartanburg 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.
Spartanburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Spartanburg-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 Spartanburg Choose Patrick E. Knie
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 Patrick E. Knie's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick E. Knie brings 54+ 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, Patrick E. Knie can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Patrick E. Knie can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Spartanburg
A Spartanburg-based practice means Patrick E. Knie attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick E. Knie Handles in Spartanburg
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick E. Knie 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick E. Knie directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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