Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in South Carolina
The Hawkins Law Office is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal representation across multiple practice areas including family law, military law, personal injury, and workers compensation. With a focus on civil and criminal litigation, the firm prioritizes client needs through personalized guidance and strategic advocacy. The attorney brings extensive military experience and legal expertise to each case, emphasizing transparent communication and ethical representation.Recognizing the emotional complexity of legal matters, the firm commits to protecting client interests while maintaining professional integrity. When cases fall outside the firm's scope, referrals to qualified attorneys are provided to ensure clients receive appropriate support.
Services
Family Law
Military Law
Personal Injury
Workers Compensation
Civil Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined legal and military experience
- Our team specializes in collaborative law and Guardian ad Litem qualifications
- We serve 25+ South Carolina counties with local knowledge
- Our attorney holds multiple military commendations and deployments
- We provide referrals to specialized attorneys when needed
Services
Family Law
Handling divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, alimony determinations, and visitation rights modifications. Our practice addresses complex family dynamics with sensitivity while protecting client interests. We provide strategic legal counsel for modifying existing family court orders.
Military Law
Representing service members in administrative proceedings and Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) cases. We protect military careers from disciplinary actions while navigating unique legal challenges faced by active-duty personnel. Our practice addresses command investigations and adverse leadership impacts.
Personal Injury
Pursuing compensation for injuries caused by negligence in car accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and workplace accidents. We handle medical expense claims and lost wage recovery while negotiating with insurance providers. Our practice focuses on maximizing client compensation through settlement negotiations or litigation.
Workers Compensation
Assisting injured workers with workers' compensation claims for on-the-job injuries. We navigate claims processes to secure medical treatment coverage and wage replacement benefits. Our practice challenges denied claims and represents clients at all stages of the compensation process.
Civil Litigation
Providing representation in magistrate and common pleas court matters including landlord-tenant disputes and contract enforcement actions. We develop litigation strategies tailored to case specifics while pursuing favorable settlements. Our practice handles pre-trial motions and courtroom representation for civil matters.
People
David Hawkins
Attorney at Law
Colonel (ret) David Hawkins, Esq. combines 20+ years military experience with legal expertise in family, military, and personal injury law. A Charleston School of Law graduate, he serves as Guardian ad Litem and collaborates with local high school mock trial teams.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in family law, military law, personal injury, workers compensation, and limited civil litigation matters across South Carolina.
How do you handle cases outside your expertise?
When cases require specialized knowledge, we provide referrals to qualified attorneys while ensuring seamless transition of your legal matter.
What counties do you serve?
We serve 25+ counties across South Carolina including Charleston, Columbia, Florence, and Spartanburg with potential travel fees for remote locations.
Do you handle military legal matters?
Yes, we specialize in military law representing service members in UCMJ proceedings and administrative actions affecting military careers.
