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J. Samuel Scoville
J. SAMUEL SCOVILLE
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Location: Beaufort, SC
Phone: 843-524-3109
Fax: 843-524-6973
Sam Scoville grew up in Georgetown, South Carolina, and returned there following law school to practice law with his father’s firm, Jack M. Scoville, Jr., P.A. He moved to Beaufort, South Carolina in 2011 to join Harvey & Battey. Sam is an experienced civil trial, personal injury, and family law attorney. His practice focuses on litigating disputes between businesses and individuals, helping clients who have been injured by the negligence of others, and divorce. Outside of work, Sam’s passions are his two children, Miguel and Sophie, in addition to cycling and travel.
Areas Of Practice
Family Law
Tort, Wrongful Death and Personal Injury
Business Litigation
General Litigation
Medical Malpractice
Bar Admissions
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina, 2011
South Carolina, 2008
Education
Charleston School of Law, Charleston, South Carolina
J.D. – 2007
University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina
B.A. cum laude – 2003
Languages
Español
Family Law Articles
How to File for Divorce in SC: Your Go-To Legal Guide
Divorce is never an easy decision, and once you've made it, figuring out where to begin can feel overwhelming. If you've never navigated South Carolina's family court system before, you likely have questions about the legal process, how long it takes, what it costs,...
Child Support Laws in SC: Key Guidelines for Parents
Child support is designed to help ensure children receive financial support from both parents, even when parents are divorced, separated, or were never married. In South Carolina, child support laws and payment calculations follow statewide guidelines established by...
Division of Assets in Divorce: Understanding Marital vs. Separate Property in South Carolina
Divorce can involve many difficult decisions, and one of the most complex aspects is determining how assets and debts will be divided. In South Carolina, the division of assets in divorce is governed by a legal framework known as equitable distribution. This means the...