Atty. W. Daniel Mayes

Atty. W. Daniel Mayes

W. Daniel Mayes is a lawyer practicing social security disability, personal injury, workers compensation and 1 other area of law.

Aiken Aiken 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Daniel Mayes at a glance

W. Daniel Mayes is a Member based in Aiken, South Carolina, practicing at Smith Massey Brodie Guynn & Mayes, PA. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1995), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1998). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D. Political, 1995) and University of South Carolina (B.A. Political, 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Aiken County Bar Association South Carolina Bar South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Social Security Claimants Representatives. Serands clients in Aiken, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. Daniel Mayes is a lawyer practicing social security disability, personal injury, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
  • W. received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • W. practices at Smith Massey Brodie Guynn & Mayes, PA in Aiken, SC

Practice Areas Explained

W. Daniel Mayes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Daniel Mayes 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.

W. Daniel Mayes 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.

W. Daniel Mayes 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.

W. Daniel Mayes 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.

W. Daniel Mayes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Aiken 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.

Looking for additional South Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Aiken or all attorneys in South Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about W. Daniel Mayes

Where is W. Daniel Mayes's law office located?
W. Daniel Mayes's law practice is located in Aiken, South Carolina. The firm is Smith Massey Brodie Guynn & Mayes, PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Daniel Mayes handle?
W. Daniel Mayes focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has W. Daniel Mayes practiced law?
W. Daniel Mayes has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did W. Daniel Mayes go to law school?
W. Daniel Mayes earned their education at (J.D. Political, 1995); (B.A. Political, 1992).
How can I contact W. Daniel Mayes for a consultation?
You can contact W. Daniel Mayes 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 W. Daniel Mayes received?
W. Daniel Mayes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Political
University of South Carolina
- 1995
B.A. Political
University of South Carolina
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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