Atty. Patrick J. McDonald

Atty. Patrick J. McDonald

Patrick J. McDonald is a lawyer practicing construction defect, commercial litigation and transactional, officers and directors and 9 other areas of law.

Charleston Charleston 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick J. McDonald at a glance

Patrick J. McDonald is a Partner based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Resnick & Louis, P.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, and construction. Admitted to practice in South Carolina State Bar of Michigan (1999). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1996) and John Carroll University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick J. McDonald is a lawyer practicing construction defect, commercial litigation and transactional, officers and directors and 9 other areas of law
  • Patrick J. received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Patrick J. practices at Resnick & Louis, P.C. in Charleston, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick J. McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. McDonald 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.

Patrick J. McDonald is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

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.

Patrick J. McDonald is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in South Carolina →

Employment Law

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

Patrick J. McDonald is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Construction Law

Patrick J. McDonald is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Charleston 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 Patrick J. McDonald

Where is Patrick J. McDonald's law office located?
Patrick J. McDonald's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Resnick & Louis, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick J. McDonald handle?
Patrick J. McDonald focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Patrick J. McDonald practiced law?
Patrick J. McDonald has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Patrick J. McDonald go to law school?
Patrick J. McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Patrick J. McDonald for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick J. McDonald 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 Patrick J. McDonald received?
Patrick J. McDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1996
B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina State Bar of Michigan
Admitted: 1999

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