Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Charleston, SC
Founded in 2016, Earhart Overstreet combines the extensive experience of its attorneys with a client-centric approach to legal representation. Our team, led by Ryan Earhart and David Overstreet, brings over 50 years of combined experience from large defense firms, offering strategic counsel tailored to each client's unique needs. We specialize in malpractice litigation, business disputes, and construction law, serving clients across South Carolina with a focus on creative problem-solving and tactical execution. Our practice extends to professional liability, employment litigation, and general litigation matters, ensuring comprehensive legal support for both individuals and businesses. We prioritize understanding client goals and budgets, employing alternative dispute resolution when appropriate while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy.Our attorneys regularly represent professionals in disciplinary actions and complex malpractice cases, leveraging deep industry knowledge to achieve favorable outcomes. With a commitment to transparency and personalized service, we guide clients through litigation, contract negotiations, and compliance matters. Our strategic counsel for businesses ranges from startups to Fortune 500 companies, addressing corporate governance, acquisitions, and employment law challenges. Located in Mount Pleasant, we serve the entire state with accessible, high-quality legal representation. Our track record in state and federal courts demonstrates our ability to navigate complex legal landscapes while maintaining an unwavering focus on client satisfaction.
Services
Professional Liability
Business Litigation
Construction Litigation
General Litigation
Employment Litigation
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined legal experience in South Carolina courts
- Our client-centric approach prioritizes individualized strategy development
- We represent both Fortune 500 companies and small businesses
- Our practice covers six core legal areas with specialized expertise
- We employ alternative dispute resolution to control costs when appropriate
Services
Professional Liability
We represent attorneys, accountants, and real estate professionals in complex malpractice cases. Our attorneys handle disciplinary actions and litigation in state and federal courts. With deep industry knowledge, we provide strategic defense and proactive risk management solutions for licensed professionals across South Carolina.
Business Litigation
Our firm represents businesses of all sizes in contract disputes, collections, and corporate conflicts. We combine courtroom readiness with practical business understanding to resolve disputes efficiently. Services include business dissolution, shareholder agreements, and alternative dispute resolution tailored to client objectives and budgets.
Construction Litigation
We assist construction industry participants with contract disputes, mechanic's liens, and project conflicts. Our services cover mediation, arbitration, and litigation for contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers. We provide proactive contract drafting and dispute resolution strategies to minimize project disruptions.
General Litigation
Our practice handles diverse civil matters including personal injury, product liability, and real estate disputes. We represent clients in wills, estates, and homeowner association conflicts. Our approach combines courtroom advocacy with negotiated settlements to achieve optimal outcomes across state and federal jurisdictions.
Employment Litigation
We handle employment disputes from administrative proceedings to courtroom litigation. Our services include wrongful termination defense, discrimination claims, and EEOC representation. We also provide compliance guidance, contract drafting, and internal investigation support for employers facing workplace-related legal challenges.
People
Ryan Earhart
Attorney
University of South Carolina law graduate with 16 years at major defense firms. Focuses on professional liability and business litigation. Combines big-firm experience with personalized client service since 2016.
David Overstreet
Attorney
Experienced litigator with background at large defense firms. Specializes in construction and employment litigation. Co-founder committed to client-focused legal solutions since firm establishment in 2016.
Steve Kropski
Attorney
Litigation specialist handling complex legal matters. Provides strategic counsel in professional liability and general litigation cases. Active participant in firm's client-centric approach to legal representation.
Mike McCall
Attorney
Experienced in business litigation and corporate matters. Represents clients in contract disputes and commercial transactions. Contributes to firm's comprehensive legal services for businesses of all sizes.
Elizabeth Garrett
Attorney
Focuses on employment litigation and compliance matters. Handles workplace disputes from administrative proceedings through courtroom litigation. Provides preventive guidance to business clients on employment law issues.
Questions
What areas of law does Earhart Overstreet specialize in?
We focus on professional liability, business litigation, construction law, general litigation, and employment disputes across South Carolina.
Do you represent both large corporations and small businesses?
Yes, our practice serves clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to local entrepreneurs in various legal matters.
Are your attorneys experienced in courtroom trials?
Our attorneys have extensive trial experience in both state and federal courts throughout South Carolina.
Can you handle complex professional malpractice cases?
Yes, we represent attorneys, accountants, and real estate professionals in complex malpractice litigation and disciplinary matters.
Do you offer alternative dispute resolution options?
We prioritize cost-effective solutions and employ mediation and arbitration when appropriate for our clients' needs.
