Atty. William Pearce Davis

Atty. William Pearce Davis

Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Delta Phi. Member, International Moot Court Team.

Columbia Columbia 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (839) 228-2238 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Pearce Davis at a glance

William Pearce Davis is a Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Baker, Ravenel & Bender, L.L.P.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1981) and South Carolina U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, District of So (1981). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1981) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Richland County Bar Association State Bar of Georgia South Carolina Bar (Member: Ethics Advisory Panel, 1985-1990 Ethics Advisory Committee, 1992-1994) South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys' Association. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Member, International Moot Court Team
  • Adjunct Professor, Insurance Law, University of South Carolina School of Law (Fall 2006-Spring 2008)

Practice Areas Explained

William Pearce Davis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Pearce Davis 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.

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Product Liability

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

William Pearce Davis is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Pearce Davis

Where is William Pearce Davis's law office located?
William Pearce Davis's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Baker, Ravenel & Bender, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Pearce Davis handle?
William Pearce Davis focuses on personal injury, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has William Pearce Davis practiced law?
William Pearce Davis has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William Pearce Davis go to law school?
William Pearce Davis earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact William Pearce Davis for a consultation?
You can contact William Pearce Davis 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 Pearce Davis received?
William Pearce Davis's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1981
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1981
South Carolina U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, District of So
Admitted: 1981

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