Atty. William S. Elder

Atty. William S. Elder

William S. Elder is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 7 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 58 Years Experience 58 year
Call (839) 213-4028

Profile Summary

About William S. Elder at a glance

William S. Elder is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Law Office of William S. Elder. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1968). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1968) and Duke University (A.B. Emory, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William S. Elder is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices at Law Office of William S. Elder in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

William S. Elder's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

William S. Elder is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in South Carolina →

Wills

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Trusts

William S. Elder is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in South Carolina →

Probate

William S. Elder is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Carolina →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William S. Elder is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 venue, 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 S. Elder

Where is William S. Elder's law office located?
William S. Elder's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Law Office of William S. Elder. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William S. Elder handle?
William S. Elder focuses on formation, wills, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has William S. Elder practiced law?
William S. Elder has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William S. Elder go to law school?
William S. Elder earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B. Emory, 1963).
How can I contact William S. Elder for a consultation?
You can contact William S. Elder 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 S. Elder received?
William S. Elder's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1968
A.B. Emory
Duke University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1968

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