Atty. Stephen P. Groves, Sr.

Atty. Stephen P. Groves, Sr.

Stephen is a member of Butler Snow’s Tort, Transportation and Specialized Litigation Group.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen P. Groves, Sr. at a glance

Stephen P. Groves, Sr. is a insurance and appellate attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Butler Snow LLP. Admitted to practice in South Carolina, South Carolina Bar. Educated at The University of South Carolina (JD, 1986) and College of Charleston (BA, 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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Stephen is a member of Butler Snow’s Tort, Transportation and Specialized Litigation Group

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen P. Groves, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen P. Groves, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Appellate Practice

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

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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 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 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 Stephen P. Groves, Sr.

Where is Stephen P. Groves, Sr.'s law office located?
Stephen P. Groves, Sr.'s law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Butler Snow LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen P. Groves, Sr. handle?
Stephen P. Groves, Sr. focuses on insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
Where did Stephen P. Groves, Sr. go to law school?
Stephen P. Groves, Sr. earned their education at (JD, 1986); (BA, 1979).
How can I contact Stephen P. Groves, Sr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen P. Groves, Sr. received?
Stephen P. Groves, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent; Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Charleston (SC).

Education

JD
The University of South Carolina
- 1986
BA
College of Charleston
- 1979

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Charleston (SC)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Charleston (SC)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Charleston (SC)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Charleston (SC)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

South Carolina, South Carolina Bar

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