What Is a Deposition in Legal Terms? A deposition is a formal legal process used during the pre-trial discovery phase of a…
Posts Published byAttorney Bill Connor William M. Connor V stands as a paragon of legal excellence and dedicated service. His background blends an impressive legal career with a distinguished military background to the rank of Colonel (with a career spanning various commands, including as senior US advisor to Helmand Province, Afghanistan). Bill was a runoff candidate for Lt. Governor of South Carolina in 2010, and in 2021 received the state’s highest award from SC Governor McMaster, the Order of the Palmetto. After only six years of legal practice (which included time deployed to combat), Bill was recognized by his peers as having the highest possible ranking ethical standards and competency, earning him the prestigious AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale- Hubbell®. In 2021, Bill was elected by fellow Citadel Alumni to serve on the prestigious Citadel Board of Visitors. Bill has attained several seven figure resolutions for clients, including a multi- million dollar settlement in 2023 and over a million dollar resolution in 2024
What is arbitration and how does it work?
Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that allows parties to resolve legal disputes outside the courtroom. Instead of going…
What Does Litigation Mean In Law?
In legal terms, litigation refers to the formal process of resolving disputes through the court system. It typically involves filing a lawsuit,…
On what grounds can a will be contested?
Yes, a will can be contested in South Carolina — but only under specific legal grounds. You can’t dispute a will simply…
Is there a difference between a living will and a last will and testament?
Yes, there’s a major difference between a healthcare power of attorney (in South Carolina, a healthcare power of attorney accomplishes the aim…
What is the difference between actual damages and punitive damages?
In a South Carolina personal injury case, damages refer to the money awarded to a plaintiff (the injured party) for the harm…
What is the best way to avoid probate?
So, what’s the best way to avoid probate? The best way to avoid probate in South Carolina is to create an estate…
What are the requirements for a valid will in South Carolina?
What are the legal requirements? Under South Carolina law (S.C. Code § 62-2-502), a will is valid if it meets the following…
Who Gets Your Property If You Die Without a Will in South Carolina?
The Shocking Reality of Dying Without a Will in South Carolina Many South Carolina families are shocked to learn that without a…
How do you make changes to an existing will in Charleston, Sc?
What’s the Proper Way to Update a Will in South Carolina? To legally change your will in South Carolina, you must either…