Atty. William O. Kneece

Atty. William O. Kneece

William O. Kneece is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil practice, personal injury.

Columbia Columbia 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About William O. Kneece at a glance

William O. Kneece is a personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1963), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1963), U.S. Tax Court (1970), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina (LL.B., 1963) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1957). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William O. Kneece is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil practice, personal injury
  • William O. received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • William O. practices in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

William O. Kneece's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William O. Kneece 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.

William O. Kneece is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William O. Kneece is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

William O. Kneece 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 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 O. Kneece

Where is William O. Kneece's law office located?
William O. Kneece's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William O. Kneece handle?
William O. Kneece focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has William O. Kneece practiced law?
William O. Kneece has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did William O. Kneece go to law school?
William O. Kneece earned their education at (LL.B., 1963); (B.A., 1957).
How can I contact William O. Kneece for a consultation?
You can contact William O. Kneece 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 O. Kneece received?
William O. Kneece's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of South Carolina
- 1963
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1957

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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