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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
Marital Property Laws in South Carolina: What Every Spouse Should Know
Understanding marital property laws in South Carolina is essential for anyone who is married, considering divorce, or planning for the future. These laws determine how assets and debts are classified and divided, which can have a lasting impact on your financial...
Alimony in SC: Understanding Spousal Support & Laws
No one enters a marriage expecting it to end in divorce. Yet when divorce becomes a reality, it often carries significant financial consequences. In South Carolina, when there is a large income disparity between spouses, the lower-earning spouse may be awarded...
Prenuptial Agreement Pros and Cons in SC: What to Know Before Seeking a Lawyer
Planning for your marriage brings joy, excitement, and anticipation for the future. While few couples enter a union expecting divorce or death, it is wise to think ahead about legal protections. In South Carolina, a prenuptial agreement can provide clarity, safeguard...