Atty. William F. Cotty

Atty. William F. Cotty

Mr. William F.

Columbia Columbia 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William F. Cotty at a glance

William F. Cotty is a contracts, probate, family law, and real estate attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1974) and Erskine College B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William F. Cotty is a lawyer practicing real estate law, probate law, contracts law and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Erskine College, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

William F. Cotty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William F. Cotty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 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 William F. Cotty

Where is William F. Cotty's law office located?
William F. Cotty's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William F. Cotty handle?
William F. Cotty focuses on contracts, probate, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has William F. Cotty practiced law?
William F. Cotty has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William F. Cotty go to law school?
William F. Cotty earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (—).
How can I contact William F. Cotty for a consultation?
You can contact William F. Cotty 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 William F. Cotty received?
William F. Cotty's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1974
Erskine College B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1974

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