Atty. Ray Pratt McClain
Ray Pratt McClain is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment law, police misconduct and 1 other area of law. Ray received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Charleston, SC · 55+ Years Experience
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About Ray Pratt McClain at a Glance
Ray Pratt McClain is a Member based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Ray P. McClain, Attorney, P.A.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1971), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1971) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar National Employment Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ray Pratt McClain
- Ray Pratt McClain is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment law, police misconduct and 1 other area of law
- Ray received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Ray practices at Ray P. McClain, Attorney, P.A. in Charleston, SC
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Ray Pratt McClain's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ray Pratt McClain handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charleston.
Personal Injury in Charleston
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 Pratt McClain is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
Employment Law in Charleston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Ray Pratt McClain is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →
Civil Rights in Charleston
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Ray Pratt McClain is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charleston
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 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.
Charleston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charleston-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 Charleston Choose Ray Pratt McClain
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 Pratt McClain's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ray Pratt McClain brings 55+ 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, District of South Carolina, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Ray Pratt McClain can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and civil rights, Ray Pratt McClain can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charleston
A Charleston-based practice means Ray Pratt McClain 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 Pratt McClain Handles in Charleston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ray Pratt McClain 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.
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