Atty. William James Lalima

Atty. William James Lalima

Mr. William James Lalima is a lawyer practicing adoption, alimony, child custody and 9 other areas of law.

West Columbia West Columbia 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (803) 962-8397 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William James Lalima at a glance

William James Lalima is a Member based in West Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at LaLima Law Firm. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on car accidents, child custody, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1997). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1997) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of South Carolina Bar South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in West Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William James Lalima is a lawyer practicing adoption, alimony, child custody and 9 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • William practices at LaLima Law Firm in West Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

William James Lalima's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

William James Lalima is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Carolina →

Wrongful Death

William James Lalima is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in South Carolina →

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.

William James Lalima is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 West 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 James Lalima

Where is William James Lalima's law office located?
William James Lalima's law practice is located in West Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is LaLima Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William James Lalima handle?
William James Lalima focuses on car accidents, child custody, probate, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has William James Lalima practiced law?
William James Lalima has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did William James Lalima go to law school?
William James Lalima earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact William James Lalima for a consultation?
You can contact William James Lalima 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 James Lalima received?
William James Lalima's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1997
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1994

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1997

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