Atty. Steve A. Matthews

Atty. Steve A. Matthews

Mr. Steve A.

Columbia Columbia 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Steve A. Matthews at a glance

Steve A. Matthews is a Shareholder based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1980) and District of Columbia (1982). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1980) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of (Board Chairman, 1995-2007) National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Steve A. Matthews is a lawyer practicing administrative law, appellate proceedings, corporate law and 4 other areas of law
  • Steve received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Steve practices at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Steve A. Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steve A. Matthews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Steve A. Matthews is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Steve A. Matthews is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

Steve A. Matthews is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Steve A. Matthews is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in South Carolina →

Appellate Practice

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

Steve A. Matthews 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 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 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 Steve A. Matthews

Where is Steve A. Matthews's law office located?
Steve A. Matthews's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steve A. Matthews handle?
Steve A. Matthews focuses on business, ip, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Steve A. Matthews practiced law?
Steve A. Matthews has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Steve A. Matthews go to law school?
Steve A. Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Steve A. Matthews for a consultation?
You can contact Steve A. Matthews 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 Steve A. Matthews received?
Steve A. Matthews's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1980
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1980
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982

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