Atty. Richard E. Thompson, Jr.
Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, workers compensation and 4 other areas of law.
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Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is a Partner based in Anderson, South Carolina, practicing at Thompson & King. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1979), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Erskine College (A.B., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of South Carolina Bar ATLA National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives Anderson (SC) Inns of Court. Serands clients in Anderson, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, workers compensation and 4 other areas of law
- Richard received a A.B. degree from Erskine College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Richard practices at Thompson & King in Anderson, SC
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Richard E. Thompson, Jr.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Thompson, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in South Carolina →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in South Carolina →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in South Carolina →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard E. Thompson, Jr. is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Anderson 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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