Personal Injury Lawyers in Columbia, SC
There are 45 personal injury attorneys and law firms in Columbia, South Carolina. Compare them side by side — ratings, hours, and contact details — and call the right one first.
- 4.7★ average Google rating across 45 rated firms
- 27 rated 4.5+ on 10 or more reviews
4.4 (201 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Civil LitigationPersonal InjurySocial Security & Disability
+1 803-281-6054
Legal help in South Carolina
- South Carolina courts’ self-help resourcesOfficial court guides and forms for people without a lawyer
- Lawyer referral serviceSouth Carolina Bar Lawyer Referral Service
- Personal injury filing deadline: generally 3 years — S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530(5)
Exceptions and details
Wrongful death is also 3 years, running from the date of death (§ 15-3-530(6)). Claims against governmental entities under the SC Tort Claims Act: 2 years from when the loss was or should have been discovered, or 3 years if the claimant first filed an administrative claim under the Act (§ 15-78-110).
URL is the SC Bar's public 'Get Legal Help' page, whose LRS section gives the referral phone line and links to the online request form (hosted by vendor scbar.intouchondemand.com). Participating lawyers charge no more than $50 for a 30-minute consultation.
Checked September 25, 2026 against official sources. General information, not legal advice — deadlines and limits have exceptions, so confirm with a lawyer.
Personal Injury Lawyers in Columbia — FAQ
How many personal injury lawyers are in Columbia, SC?
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Lawyers Near Me lists 45 personal injury attorneys and law firms in Columbia, South Carolina. Each listing includes ratings, hours, and contact details.
How do I choose the best personal injury lawyer in Columbia?
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Compare each Columbia firm's Google rating, reviews, and location, then call two or three to compare. Ask about experience with cases like yours and how they charge; some offer a free or low-cost first consultation.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Columbia, SC?
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Most personal injury lawyers work on contingency: no fee upfront, and a percentage of any settlement or award only if you recover money. The percentage is set in a written fee agreement you sign, and some states cap it. Ask how case costs are handled if you lose. For work billed by the hour, our free Lawyer Cost Estimator shows average lawyer rates by practice area and state (Clio, 2026). Get the fee agreement in writing before work begins.
Is this legal advice?
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No. This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Always consult a licensed South Carolina attorney about your specific personal injury matter.