Atty. Robert David Proffitt

Atty. Robert David Proffitt

Mr. Robert David Proffitt is a lawyer practicing personal injury, class actions, medical malpractice and 229 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Class Actions & More Attorney · Serving Columbia, SC · 30+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Robert David Proffitt at a Glance

Robert David Proffitt is a Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Proffitt & Cox, LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1996), North Carolina (1997), and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1996) and University of North Carolina at Asheville (B.A., 1986). Active member of South Carolina Bar Richland County Bar Association. Serves clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Robert David Proffitt

  • Mr. Robert David Proffitt is a lawyer practicing personal injury, class actions, medical malpractice and 229 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Asheville in 1986, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Robert practices at Proffitt & Cox, LLP in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert David Proffitt's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert David Proffitt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbia.

Car Accidents in Columbia

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Contracts in Columbia

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Workplace Discrimination in Columbia

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Sexual Harassment in Columbia

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Medical Malpractice in Columbia

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbia

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 Columbia 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.

Columbia Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Columbia-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Robert David Proffitt

Where is Robert David Proffitt's law office located?
Robert David Proffitt's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Proffitt & Cox, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert David Proffitt handle?
Robert David Proffitt focuses on car accidents, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Robert David Proffitt practiced law?
Robert David Proffitt has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Robert David Proffitt go to law school?
Robert David Proffitt earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Robert David Proffitt for a consultation?
You can contact Robert David Proffitt 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Columbia Choose Robert David Proffitt

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 Robert David Proffitt's practice in the field of car accidents, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, and medical malpractice.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Robert David Proffitt brings 30+ 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, North Carolina, and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Robert David Proffitt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering car accidents, contracts, and discrimination, Robert David Proffitt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Columbia

A Columbia-based practice means Robert David Proffitt 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 Robert David Proffitt Handles in Columbia

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert David Proffitt 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.

Surgical error claims
Medical Malpractice
Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis
Medical Malpractice
Birth injury lawsuits
Medical Malpractice
Hospital negligence
Medical Malpractice

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert David Proffitt directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Robert David Proffitt's Practice Areas & Specializations

Class Actions Medical Malpractice Personal Injury Accidents Accountants Liability Accountants Malpractice Age Discrimination Agents And Brokers Errors And Omissions Agents and Brokers Liability Airbag Injury All Terrain Vehicle Products Liability Animal Attacks Appeals Appraisers Liability Aquatic Injuries Architects And Engineers Errors And Omissions Architects and Engineers Liability Architects And Engineers Malpractice Asbestos Defense Automobile Accidents Automobile Insurance Automobile Insurance Coverage Automobile Liability Automobile Negligence Automotive Crashworthiness Automotive Design Liability Automotive Products Liability Automotive Restraints Automotive Warranty Law Banking Litigation Bicycle Accidents Bicycle Products Liability Biomedical Products Liability Birth Trauma Boating Accidents Bodily Injury Brain Injury Breach of Contract Breach Of Warranty Bus Accidents Business Litigation Business Torts Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Catastrophic Injury Chemical Explosions Chemical Products Liability Civil Fraud Civil Liability Civil Litigation Civil RICO Civil Rights Section 1983 Clergy Malpractice Clergy Sexual Misconduct Commercial Contracts Commercial Litigation Commercial Torts Commercial Vehicle Liability Complex and Multi District Litigation Complex Commercial Litigation Complex Litigation Construction Claims Construction Defects Construction Equipment Liability Construction Insurance Defense Construction Law Construction Liability Construction Liens Construction Litigation Construction Products Liability Construction Safety Consumer Class Actions Consumer Credit Consumer Fraud Consumer Litigation Consumer Protection Consumer Rights Contract Fraud Contract Litigation Contractors Liability Corporate Dissolutions Corporate Litigation Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice Cumulative Trauma Defamation Design Professionals Errors And Omissions Design Professionals Liability Design Professionals Malpractice Diet Drug Litigation Directors And Officers Errors And Omissions Directors And Officers Insurance Coverage Directors and Officers Liability Dog Bites Drug and Medical Device Litigation Drug Contamination Elder Abuse Elder Rights Electrical Injury Electromagnetic Field Litigation Elevator Liability Employment Class Actions Engineering Products Liability Environmental Class Actions Environmental Contamination Environmental Litigation Environmental Products Liability Escalator Liability Explosions Failure to Diagnose Fair Debt Collection Practices Act False Claims Act False Imprisonment Federal Civil Litigation Federal Civil Practice Federal Litigation Federal Tort Claims Firearms Litigation Flammable Fabrics Fraud Gas Explosions Government Tort Liability Governmental Liability Gynecology Malpractice Head Injury Heart Device Litigation Heavy Equipment Products Liability High Speed Police Pursuit Litigation Identity Theft Inadequate Security Industrial Products Liability Insurance Agents And Brokers Errors And Omissions Insurance Agents And Brokers Malpractice Insurance Bad Faith Insurance Litigation Intentional Torts Law Enforcement Liability Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility Legal Negligence Legal Professional Liability Lemon Law Libel And Slander Manufacturers Liability Mass Torts Media Libel Medical Legal Law Medical Liability Medical Negligence Medication Errors Mental Health Professionals Malpractice Mesothelioma Motor Vehicle Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle Products Liability Municipal Law Municipal Liability Negligence Negligent Security Neurolaw Nursing Liability Nursing Malpractice Nursing Negligence Obstetric Malpractice Oncology Law Optometric Malpractice Orthopedic Malpractice Pedestrian Injuries Pediatric Malpractice Personal Injury Appeals Pharmacists Liability Physicians Professional Liability Plaintiffs Personal Injury Podiatric Malpractice Police Brutality Police Liability Police Misconduct Political Subdivision Liability Power Line Contact Injury Premises Liability Premises Security Prisoners Rights Private Security Litigation Product Defects Product Failure Product Recall Product Safety Product Warning Labels Products Liability Products Liability Arbitration Professional Liability Professional Malpractice Professional Negligence Professional Sexual Misconduct Property Loss Property Rights Psychiatric Malpractice Psychological Injury Psychology Malpractice Qui Tam Litigation Real Estate Litigation Recreational Products Liability Recreational Vehicle Products Liability Repetitive Stress Injury School Bus Accidents Seat Belt Injury Severe Burns Sexual Abuse Sexual Harassment Slip and Fall Spinal Injury Subway Accidents Surgeons Liability Third Party Wrongful Death Tire Defect Litigation Tire/Rim Mismatch Tort Liability Torts Tourist Injuries Toxic Chemicals Toxic Exposure Toxic Substances Toxic Tort Class Actions Traumatic Brain Injury Trial Practice Uninsured And Underinsured Motorists Unintended Acceleration Vehicle Accidents Vehicle Rollovers Warranty Law Welding Products Liability Whiplash Workers Compensation Wrong Site Surgery Wrongful Death

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1996
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Asheville
- 1986

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1996
North Carolina
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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