Atty. Thomas Kennedy Barlow

Atty. Thomas Kennedy Barlow

Mr. Thomas Kennedy Barlow is a lawyer practicing employment law, education law, litigation.

Columbia Columbia 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Kennedy Barlow at a glance

Thomas Kennedy Barlow is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Childs & Halligan, P.A.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1995), South Carolina (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996), and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (2000). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1995) and University of North Carolina (A.B., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas Kennedy Barlow is a lawyer practicing employment law, education law, litigation
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Thomas practices at Childs & Halligan, P.A. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Kennedy Barlow's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Kennedy Barlow handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas Kennedy Barlow is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas Kennedy Barlow is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Thomas Kennedy Barlow is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education 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 Thomas Kennedy Barlow

Where is Thomas Kennedy Barlow's law office located?
Thomas Kennedy Barlow's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Childs & Halligan, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Kennedy Barlow handle?
Thomas Kennedy Barlow focuses on employment, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Thomas Kennedy Barlow practiced law?
Thomas Kennedy Barlow has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Thomas Kennedy Barlow go to law school?
Thomas Kennedy Barlow earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (A.B., 1991).
How can I contact Thomas Kennedy Barlow for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Kennedy Barlow 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 Thomas Kennedy Barlow received?
Thomas Kennedy Barlow's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1995
A.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1995
South Carolina
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2001

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