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Trademark attorneys in South Carolina

Compare 7 attorneys across South Carolina, from highly rated practices to the complete statewide list.

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Top picks in South Carolina

  1. No. 1

    Brewer Law Firm

    Mt Pleasant, SC 4.5 out of 5 (17)

    Brewer Law Firm is a Mount Pleasant, South Carolina law practice offering business, injury, defamation, intellectual property, insurance, real estate, and trial representation, with a 4.5-star average across 17 public reviews.

    Strengths

    • Barrett Brewer is repeatedly described as knowledgeable, professional, honest, and effective at explaining complex legal matters in understandable terms.
    • Reviewers frequently praise prompt communication, responsiveness, and being kept informed throughout their cases.
    • Several reviews highlight empathy, patience, and compassionate treatment in sensitive or high-conflict legal matters.
    • The firm covers a broad range of practice areas, including business and commercial litigation, defamation, personal injury, intellectual property, trade secrets, non-competes, insurance, real estate, construction, professional liability, and Qui Tam claims.
    • The website notes certified trial attorneys and mediators, alternative fee arrangements, and 24/7 contact availability.

    Considerations

    • Some negative reviews report poor intake experiences, including rude phone interactions and information being lost between calls.
    • A critical review expresses dissatisfaction with retainer billing, communication style, and the outcome of the matter, stating that other counsel was ultimately hired.
  2. No. 2

    The Law Firm of P. Jeffrey Martin, LLC

    North Myrtle Beach, SC 4.5 out of 5 (18)

    A North Myrtle Beach intellectual property practice handling patents, trademarks, copyrights, and licensing for small inventors and larger research, technology, and development clients nationwide.

    Strengths

    • Described in reviews as responsive and dependable, with clients noting timely follow-through on filings and deadlines.
    • Repeatedly praised for explaining patent and trademark procedures and timelines in terms clients can follow.
    • Reviewers describe up-front, transparent discussion of pricing and the filing process.
    • Technical background allows the firm to work across mechanical, chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and electronics subject matter.
    • Handles a broad lifecycle of work, from patent searches and provisional or utility applications through trademarks and licensing.

    Considerations

    • One reviewer alleges a missed continuation-in-part deadline, an abandoned patent, and an unresolved fee dispute.
    • Other clients praise prompt replies and clear pricing explanations, contrasting with that account of filing follow-through.
  3. No. 3

    Nantz Law

    Rock Hill, SC 4.1 out of 5 (92)

    Nantz Law is a client-focused South Carolina law firm providing business law, estate planning, probate, and real estate closing services from offices in Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and Charleston.

    Strengths

    • Provides a broad range of business law services, including formations, agreements, trademarks, registered agent services, and succession planning.
    • Offers estate planning and probate support, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate administration.
    • Maintains offices in Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and Charleston, with appointment-only weekday hours.
    • Many reviews praise prompt communication, clear explanations, and a client-focused approach.
    • Reviewers frequently mention smooth real estate closings and helpful online document and messaging tools.

    Considerations

    • Some reviews report difficulty reaching the office, delayed callbacks, or missed follow-up on requested documents.
    • A minority describe frustration with closing-related disbursement timing or document turnaround.
    • At least one reviewer felt the firm was not the right fit for a business law matter after an initial consultation.
  4. No. 4

    Dority & Manning, P.A.

    Greenville, SC 3.9 out of 5 (11)

    Greenville-based intellectual property firm handling patent portfolio management, post-grant proceedings, IP litigation, and trademark and copyright work for clients ranging from regional innovators to international associates.

    Strengths

    • Broad IP coverage spanning patent portfolio management, post-grant proceedings, litigation, licensing, and trademark and copyright work
    • Technology-focused practice groups covering chemistry and materials, life sciences, electrical engineering and computer science, software, energy, transportation, and consumer products
    • Team of more than 80 patent professionals, according to the firm's own description
    • Website published in five additional languages, indicating support for international clients and foreign associates
    • Documented public recognition, including attorney inclusion on the IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders list and a favorable Second Circuit outcome in a trademark matter

    Considerations

    • Written clients describe competent, friendly, professional service rather than repeated complaints about attorney explanations or the handling of patent matters.
    • European clients describe helpful representation during U.S. examination proceedings rather than recurring communication or case-handling disputes.
  5. No. 5

    Sausser Summers Trademark Attorneys PC

    Charleston, SC 5 out of 5 (39)

    Sausser Summers Trademark Attorneys PC is a Charleston-based U.S. trademark law firm offering flat-fee searches, federal filings, office action responses, renewals, monitoring, and enforcement support for businesses and brand owners.

    Strengths

    • Maintains a 5.00 rating across 39 reviews, with consistent praise for responsiveness and client communication.
    • Offers flat-fee trademark services, including searches, federal filings, office action responses, renewals, monitoring, and enforcement-related matters.
    • Handles a broad range of U.S. trademark needs, from applications and statements of use to oppositions, cancellations, assignments, and cease-and-desist letters.
    • Provides online ordering and remote service options, making the process accessible to U.S. and international clients.
    • Clients repeatedly describe the process as clear, efficient, and less time-consuming than expected, with attorneys explaining trademark classes and timelines in plain language.

    Considerations

    • Clients describe trademark registration taking months through USPTO review, even while praising the firm's handling of it.
    • Written feedback commends easy phone and email access and understandable guidance on filing choices rather than recurring communication problems.

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