Atty. William E. Shaughnessy
William E. Shaughnessy is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, employment law, construction / development.
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William E. Shaughnessy is a Shareholder based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at Turner, Padget, Graham & Laney, P.A.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on employment and workers comp. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1971). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1971) and Wofford College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Workers' Compensation Section, 2003, South Carolina Bar. Serves clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William E. Shaughnessy is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, employment law, construction / development
- William received a B.A. degree from Wofford College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- William practices at Turner, Padget, Graham & Laney, P.A. in Greenville, SC
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
William E. Shaughnessy is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
William E. Shaughnessy is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →
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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 venue, 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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