Atty. William Richard James

Atty. William Richard James

William Richard James is a lawyer practicing insurance, consumer law, juvenile law and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Greenville Greenville 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About William Richard James at a glance

William Richard James is a Member based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at The Dick James Law Firm. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, ssd, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1964). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1964) and University of South Carolina B.A. (—). Active member of South Carolina Bar American Bar Association American Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers American Civil Liberties Union. Serands clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Richard James is a lawyer practicing insurance, consumer law, juvenile law and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • William practices at The Dick James Law Firm in Greenville, SC

Practice Areas Explained

William Richard James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Richard James 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 Richard James 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 Richard James is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

William Richard James is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

William Richard James is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →

Juvenile Law

William Richard James is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 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 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.

Looking for additional South Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Greenville or all attorneys in South Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Richard James

Where is William Richard James's law office located?
William Richard James's law practice is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The firm is The Dick James Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Richard James handle?
William Richard James focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, ssd, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has William Richard James practiced law?
William Richard James has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did William Richard James go to law school?
William Richard James earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (—).
How can I contact William Richard James for a consultation?
You can contact William Richard James 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.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1964
University of South Carolina B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1964

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