Practice Areas

  • Administrative & Regulatory

    At Sowell Gray, we handle regulatory and administrative proceedings before a wide range of regulatory agencies and administrative courts.  We have represented clients opposing rate increases proposed by various water and sewer companies as well as natural gas and electricity entities.  As these and other regulated industries continue to evolve, we provide legal assistance to help companies and consumers deal with current changes and... » Read more about Administrative & Regulatory

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution

    In addition to their litigation practices, several Sowell Gray attorneys are effective mediators and respected arbitrators.  We recognize that many individuals and businesses choose to negotiate their cases outside of the courtroom and, in fact, South Carolina state and federal courts often require the parties to mediate. At Sowell Gray, our mediators offer experience and balance to assist you in resolving disputed matters whether... » Read more about Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Appellate Practice Group

    At Sowell Gray, we understand that a case is not over until it is over, which in many instances means after an appeal.  No matter the result in the trial court, the appellate phase of a case is just as important as the trial, and often is even more so.  Getting the right result on appeal requires insightful analysis, thorough research, persuasive writing and articulate oral argument.  Sowell Gray takes pride in its abilities in... » Read more about Appellate Practice Group

  • Commercial Litigation and Business Dispute Resolution

    Sowell Gray's business litigators handle a wide variety of business issues, focusing both on complex commercial litigation and resolution of commercial disputes. Our experience ranges from securities litigation, banking and financial services litigation, class actions, intellectual property, insurance disputes, business torts, real property and title insurance, to all types of commercial disputes and corporate counseling. We regularly... » Read more about Commercial Litigation and Business Dispute Resolution

  • Commercial Transportation and Trucking

    Historically, commercial vehicle accidents result in serious injuries and/or deaths.  Time is of the essence in responding to an accident and preserving evidence that will be critical in the aftermath of the initial investigation.  Sowell Gray has extensive experience in handling the logistics associated with transportation-related accidents as our attorneys are available on a twenty-four hour basis to investigate accidents in South... » Read more about Commercial Transportation and Trucking

  • Construction Litigation

    When litigation is necessary, Sowell Gray has lawyers with the knowledge and experience to handle complex construction litigation. Our attorneys have experience in the prosecution and defense of construction claims brought by or against owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, construction managers, suppliers, manufacturers, design professionals, builders risk insurers, and sureties.  Our experience includes a variety of projects... » Read more about Construction Litigation

  • General Litigation

    Some cases defy description.  They may involve one-of-a-kind issues, issues that cut across multiple practice areas, or issues common to all practice areas.  Regardless of the case, Sowell Gray attorneys are experienced litigators who are well qualified to handle both routine litigation and "bet the company" cases. We understand the big picture and know the importance of thorough trial preparation.  We recognize the value of... » Read more about General Litigation

  • Healthcare Litigation

    Sowell Gray's Health Care Liability team consists of trial lawyers committed to defending Physicians, Hospitals, Extended Care Facilities and all types of Health Care Professionals and institutions in a wide variety of specialties throughout the state of South Carolina.  Our experience includes handling claims arising from alleged professional negligence and malpractice, disciplinary actions before the South Carolina Medical Board, and... » Read more about Healthcare Litigation

  • Non-Routine Litigation

    Sowell Gray attorneys have wide experience in a variety of areas that may not regularly arise in South Carolina courts.  Because these non-routine matters are often procedurally complex or involve unique or niche issues, these matters may require special treatment, dedication of resources, and creative litigation management by attorneys who know how to handle these types of cases.  And when these cases are brought, they may take a... » Read more about Non-Routine Litigation

  • Probate and Estate Litigation

    As the population ages, increasingly more individuals find themselves, their businesses or organizations involved in a probate or estate dispute.  This can be an emotional and confusing time as clients attempt to implement the wishes of decedents and others.  Sowell Gray's probate and estate litigation team are trial lawyers who can handle a wide range of probate and estate disputes including challenges to a will or trust, life... » Read more about Probate and Estate Litigation

  • Products Liability

    At Sowell Gray, we are aware that corporate clients are under constant scrutiny in the design, manufacture, and distribution of their products.  When this scrutiny results in a demand or suit, our experienced attorneys are prepared to advise and defend clients in any forum, whether pre-suit mediation, the courtroom, or boardroom.  We are knowledgeable of the state and federal venues in South Carolina, and this knowledge is critical... » Read more about Products Liability

  • Professional Liability and Ethics

    Sowell Gray's professional liability team consists of trial lawyers who handle a wide range of suits defending professionals against claims ranging from administrative and ethics proceedings to professional negligence and disciplinary actions.  We find that the professionals we represent, including directors and officers, accountants, attorneys, brokers, real estate professionals and engineers have unique needs, and we understand... » Read more about Professional Liability and Ethics

  • Workers' Compensation

    Sowell Gray takes workers' compensation seriously.  After all, a business casual attitude is just not going to win your case.  We aggressively seek a favorable outcome for our clients---the employers, insurance carriers, self-insureds, and third-party administrators who have workers' compensation concerns in South Carolina. We are proud of the workers' compensation team we have assembled.  We have the skill,... » Read more about Workers' Compensation

  • Workers' Compensation Mediation

    With decades of experience in all stages of workers' compensation cases, Grady Beard can be a tremendous asset to both employers and workers eager to resolve claims more efficiently and cost effectively through mediation. Beard co-authored The Law of Workers' Compensation Insurance in South Carolina. Since its first edition, the treatise has been considered the preeminent resource on the complex legal issues associated with workers'... » Read more about Workers' Compensation Mediation