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Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega LLCFounding Partner
William L. Smith II

William L. Smith II

4.6
3 reviews

2801 Devine Street, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29205 + 3 locations

Workers Compensation and Mediation

About William L. Smith II

William L. Smith II is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, mediation. William L. received a B.A. degree from Limestone College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. William L. practices at Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega LLC in Columbia, SC and 3 others locations.

William L. Smith II (Columbia, South Carolina)

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William L. Smith II got this award in 2021

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Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
March 12, 2017
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Attorney Smith is a unique,intelligent,knowledgeable and trustworthy lawyer.He is very kind and caring. He puts the interest of his client above money.He is a defender of truth and justice.He is always ready to use his professional expertise to make justice available to his client.I am a beneficiary of such justice. I hereby recommend this God-fearing lawyer to anyone in need of Justice.

 
Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
April 15, 2011
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If I ever need a lawyer for this matter again I will always chose him!

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October 15, 2011
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Services

Areas of Law

  • Workers Compensation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Mediation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Contingency Fee: 30%
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founding Partner
    Firm Name
    Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega LLC

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1984, South Carolina
    Memberships
    Richland County Bar Association
    South Carolina Bar (Past Chairman)
    American Bar Association
    American Trial Lawyers Association
    Association of South Carolina Workers' Compensation Claimants' Attorneys (President, 1999-2001)
    South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Legislation Committee)
    Work Injury Litigation Group, SC Injured Workers' Advocates.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of South Carolina
    Class of 1984
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Limestone College
    Class of 1981
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1959
    Gaffney, South Carolina, August 12, 1959

William L. Smith II

Founding Partner at Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega LLC
4.6
3 reviews

2801 Devine Street, Suite 300Columbia, SC 29205U.S.A.

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