How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Williamsburg County, South Carolina?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Williamsburg County.
We found 11 estate law firms serving Williamsburg County. Williamsburg County is part of the Pee Dee / Florence region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Williamsburg County Probate Court.
South Carolina allows informal probate, so many families settle straightforward estates in Williamsburg County without hiring an attorney. A probate attorney earns the fee when the estate is contested, includes a business or out-of-state real estate, has unclear or insolvent debts, or when beneficiaries disagree.
Probate attorney fees in South Carolina are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%S.C. Code § 62-1-111 (reasonable attorney's fees in formal proceedings); § 62-3-720 (litigation expense reimbursement)Verified May 27, 2026 to 4%S.C. Code § 62-1-111 (reasonable attorney's fees in formal proceedings); § 62-3-720 (litigation expense reimbursement)Verified May 27, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Williamsburg County firm to quote a structure up front.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Probate Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
Pee Dee / Florence Firms
Bledsoe Law Firm, LLC
Solo PracticeBledsoe Law Firm has served the Darlington County and Pee Dee region since 1973. The firm handles wills, powers of attorney, probate, and estate administration alongside personal injury and disability cases.
Location
325 West Home AvenueHartsville, SC 29550
Phone
(843) 332-2255
Established
1973
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Driggers Law Firm
FirmHartsville general-practice firm whose estate-side practice covers wills, powers of attorney, estate planning, and probate administration. Two attorneys staff the firm: Benson H. Driggers and Martin S. Driggers Jr.
Location
323 West Home AvenueHartsville, SC 29551
Phone
(843) 332-5151
Estate PlanningProbateWillsEstate AdministrationReal Estate
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Finklea, Hendrick & Blake, LLC
FirmFinklea, Hendrick & Blake has served the Pee Dee region since 2004 with offices in Florence, Marion, and Hemingway. The firm handles probate and estate planning alongside personal injury, real estate, family law, and criminal defense, with seven attorneys on staff.
Location
814 West Evans StreetFlorence, SC 29501
Phone
(843) 317-4900
Established
2004
Estate PlanningProbateWillsElder Law
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King, Love & Hupfer, LLC
FirmKing, Love & Hupfer is a Florence law firm providing estate planning, probate administration, and trust services. The firm prepares wills, living trusts, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, and represents clients in probate litigation and conservator appointments.
Location
135 South Dargan Street, Suite 201Florence, SC 29506
Phone
(843) 407-5525
Estate PlanningProbateWillsTrust Administration
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Lucas, White & Mitchell
FirmFlorence and Hartsville firm whose estate planning practice covers last will and testaments, powers of attorney, living wills, healthcare powers of attorney, and deed transfers, alongside personal injury, workers compensation, real estate, and family law.
Location
2917 W. Palmetto StreetFlorence, SC 29501
Phone
(843) 665-8187
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O'Bryan & O'Bryan
FirmFull-service Kingstree firm operating since 1914, serving the Kingstree and Williamsburg County area and surrounding counties. Practice includes probate and estate administration, preparation of wills, powers of attorney and advance health care directives, estate and probate litigation, and real estate.
Location
1 Court House SquareKingstree, SC 29556
Phone
(843) 355-7471
Service Area
1 county
ProbateWillsEstate AdministrationProbate LitigationReal Estate
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Firms from Neighboring Regions
These firms are based in other regions but serve Williamsburg County.
Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout South Carolina.
Kirby Law, LLC
FirmKirby Law, LLC is a boutique Estate Planning and Probate law firm serving the entire state of South Carolina. Since 2005, the principal attorney has been designated by the Supreme Court of South Carolina as a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning and Probate Law. Angela Kirby is both a CPA and an Attorney, and was an Associate Probate Judge for Richland County Probate Court for over five years.
Location
828 Woodrow StreetColumbia, SC 29205
Phone
(803) 256-6401
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationElder LawAsset ProtectionBusiness SuccessionProbate Mediation
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Parker Law, LLC
FirmParker Law handles estate planning, probate, estate and trust litigation, guardianship, and conservatorship matters from offices in Columbia and Chapin. Gregory E. Parker, Jr. is recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in estate and trust litigation.
Location
1314 Lincoln Street, Suite 210Columbia, SC 29201
Phone
(803) 784-4203
Established
2019
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateEstate AdministrationProbate LitigationTrust AdministrationGuardianshipConservatorship
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Stratton & Reynolds, LLC
FirmStratton & Reynolds, LLC serves individuals and families with a special emphasis on the elderly and aging populations. The attorneys offer estate planning services for personal estates and businesses, as well as expertise in elder law, Medicaid and skilled nursing care planning, and probate avoidance.
Location
905 Old Cherokee RoadLexington, SC 29072
Phone
(803) 358-7214
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateElder LawMedicaid PlanningBusiness Planning
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Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A.
FirmTurner Padget is one of South Carolina's largest full-service law firms, established in 1903. Their Wealth & Estate Planning practice includes nine members of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), attorneys with SC Supreme Court certified specialist designations, and a former Probate Court Judge.
Location
1901 Main Street, 9th FloorColumbia, SC 29201
Phone
(803) 254-2200
Established
1903
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationProbate LitigationTax PlanningBusiness Succession
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The South Carolina self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
South Carolina uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Williamsburg County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: June 2026.
Probate Court
Williamsburg County
147 West Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
Phone:
843-355-9321Fax:
843-213-6997
Email:
probatecourt@wc.sc.govHours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Paper Filing Available
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