Commercial Real Estate & More Attorney · Serving Greer, SC · 56+ Years Experience
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About Ray D. Lathan at a Glance
Ray D. Lathan is a residential, personal injury, real estate, workers comp, and ssd attorney based in Greer, South Carolina. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1970), U.S. District Court for South Carolina (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1970) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1963). Active member of Greenville Bar Association South Carolina Bar. Serves clients in Greer, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ray D. Lathan
- Mr. Ray D. Lathan is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, residential real estate, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
- Ray received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina in 1963, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Ray practices in Greer, SC
Practice Areas Explained
Ray D. Lathan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ray D. Lathan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Greer.
Residential Real Estate in Greer
Ray D. Lathan is one of 9,272 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in South Carolina →
Personal Injury in Greer
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.
Ray D. Lathan is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
Real Estate Law in Greer
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Ray D. Lathan is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →
Workers Compensation in Greer
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Ray D. Lathan is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →
Social Security Disability in Greer
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Ray D. Lathan is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Greer
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 Greer 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.
Greer Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Greer-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 Greer Choose Ray D. Lathan
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 Ray D. Lathan's practice in the field of residential, personal injury, real estate, workers comp, and ssd.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ray D. Lathan brings 56+ 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, U.S. District Court for South Carolina, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Ray D. Lathan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, personal injury, and real estate, Ray D. Lathan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Greer
A Greer-based practice means Ray D. Lathan 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 Ray D. Lathan Handles in Greer
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ray D. Lathan 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 Ray D. Lathan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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