Atty. Sam L. Stephenson

Atty. Sam L. Stephenson

Sam L. Stephenson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Greenville Greenville 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Sam L. Stephenson at a glance

Sam L. Stephenson is a Member based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at Fortson & Stephenson, LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1973). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1973) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Greenville County Bar Association South Carolina Bar South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association South Carolina Workers' Compensation Educational Association. Serands clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sam L. Stephenson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Sam received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Sam practices at Fortson & Stephenson, LLC in Greenville, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Sam L. Stephenson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam L. Stephenson 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.

Sam L. Stephenson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Sam L. Stephenson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Sam L. Stephenson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Sam L. Stephenson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Sam L. Stephenson is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Greenville 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 Sam L. Stephenson

Where is Sam L. Stephenson's law office located?
Sam L. Stephenson's law practice is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The firm is Fortson & Stephenson, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam L. Stephenson handle?
Sam L. Stephenson focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Sam L. Stephenson practiced law?
Sam L. Stephenson has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Sam L. Stephenson go to law school?
Sam L. Stephenson earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Sam L. Stephenson for a consultation?
You can contact Sam L. Stephenson 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 Sam L. Stephenson received?
Sam L. Stephenson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1973
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1973

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