Business Details
26 Years
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Experienced Legal Representation in Beaufort County
Bauer & Metro, P.C. has been a trusted legal partner in Beaufort County and the South Carolina Lowcountry for over 25 years. Our firm specializes in personal injury, criminal defense, medical malpractice, and complex litigation, with a proven track record of securing significant settlements and verdicts for clients. We combine deep local experience with a commitment to personalized service, treating every client as a neighbor rather than just a case. Our attorneys are recognized for their expertise in navigating both civil and criminal justice systems, with a particular focus on cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and military family rights.We pride ourselves on taking on challenging cases others avoid, backed by decades of courtroom experience and a reputation for integrity. Our team maintains strong relationships with local judges and prosecutors, ensuring we can advocate effectively for our clients. With offices in Beaufort, Hilton Head, and Bluffton, we serve the Lowcountry community with the same dedication that has earned us the trust of clients and peers alike.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Medical Malpractice
Military Housing
Nursing Home Negligence
Dangerous Weight Loss Drugs
Class Actions
Defamation
School Abuse
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of experience handling complex legal cases in the Lowcountry.
- Our attorneys are recognized experts in personal injury and criminal defense litigation.
- We maintain strong relationships with local judges and prosecutors through decades of service.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
- Available 24/7 to assist clients during their most critical legal emergencies.
What people say
Amazing results
Trust them completely
Kind and supportive
Genuinely helpful
Top local legal team
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in car wrecks, boating accidents, and premises liability cases. Our attorneys secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With millions recovered in settlements, we focus on catastrophic injuries and wrongful death cases.
Criminal Defense
Our firm defends clients facing DUI charges, drug crimes, and other criminal allegations. We protect constitutional rights while developing strategic defenses tailored to each case. Our experience with local prosecutors helps achieve favorable plea bargains or trial outcomes.
Medical Malpractice
We handle cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and birth injuries. Our team works with medical experts to prove negligence and recover damages for ongoing care. Recent successes include a $3 million birth injury settlement.
Military Housing
Specialized representation for military families dealing with housing issues and toxic mold claims. We advocate for service members' rights while navigating unique legal challenges. Our attorneys have recovered millions for affected military families.
Class Actions
We represent clients in large-scale lawsuits against corporations for defective products and widespread negligence. Our experience includes pharmaceutical litigation and consumer protection cases. We've secured multi-million dollar settlements for class action plaintiffs.
People
Sam Bauer
Attorney, Partner
With decades of trial experience, Sam Bauer specializes in personal injury and complex litigation. He combines aggressive courtroom tactics with compassionate client service, focusing on catastrophic injury cases across the Lowcountry.
Rob Metro
Attorney, Partner
Rob Metro handles criminal defense and military housing cases, advocating for service members' rights. His expertise includes defending DUI charges and representing families in toxic mold litigation with a focus on community impact.
Virginia Ariail
Associate Attorney
Virginia Ariail supports the team with case preparation and client communication. She focuses on personal injury claims and class action litigation, ensuring thorough documentation and evidence gathering for complex cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Bauer & Metro specialize in?
We focus on personal injury, criminal defense, medical malpractice, military housing issues, and class action litigation.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations for all personal injury and criminal defense cases.
How are legal fees structured?
Most personal injury cases are handled on contingency, while criminal defense typically requires hourly billing with transparent rate agreements.
What makes your firm different from others?
Our combination of local court experience, 24/7 availability, and personalized case strategies sets us apart in the Lowcountry legal community.
Can you handle complex cases outside Beaufort?
While based in Beaufort, we regularly handle cases throughout South Carolina and have represented clients in multi-state class actions.
