About Max Nathan Pickelsimer

I am a Member of the firm, Gillen & Pickelsimer, LLC, where I focus my practice on matters involving the family. I have been fortunate to receive an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree from Newberry College, and my Master of Criminal Justice and Juris Doctor degrees from the University of South Carolina.

Whether the issue is a divorce; child custody; parenting time; spousal and child support; property division; division of retirement benefits; tax consequences of divorce; mediation and arbitration; annulments; paternity; prenuptial and postnuptial agreements; change of domicile; or post-judgment proceedings, the investigative and conflict resolution skills I developed during my 16+ years as a law enforcement officer, coupled with my knowledge and experience in family law, equip me well to serve the best interests of my clients.

I know that the legal process can be confusing. Keeping this in mind, I am committed to ensure that my clients know what to expect along each step of their cases, and I am sensitive and responsive to all questions my clients may have concerning the legal process. Having personally experienced a divorce, I understand the emotional impact a divorce has on both parents and their children. I make it a point to keep my clients focused on their children and how their decisions and actions throughout the case will impact them. Because of my concern for children, I am also privileged to serve as a Guardian ad litem in cases, where I advocate for best interests of children in custody disputes.

While in law school, I served as a member of the South Carolina Law Review, which is the principal legal publication in South Carolina. My article "Attorney Malpractice in Will Drafting: Will South Carolina Expand Privity to Impose a Duty to Intended Beneficiaries of a Will?" was published in South Carolina Law Review and has been cited by the South Carolina Supreme Court, in a published opinion, and various legal publications. I have also served as an adjunct faculty member for Newberry College and Piedmont Technical College, and I have made presentations at Continuing Legal Education courses on the topics of Securities Fraud, Expert Witness Testimony, and Spyware. I have several published decisions in the South Carolina Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of South Carolina.

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Family Law
Posted by Vanessa
December 21, 2023
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I have had several attorneys over the years to help with different aspects of my divorce. Max came highly recommended and he did not disappoint. He was kind and helpful and got me a favorable outcome. I appreciate him and Elizabeth! Thank you for all you did.

Divorce
Posted by JoBeth
September 08, 2021
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Max Pickelsimer’s representation helped me BIG TIME in my challenging divorce. I was in the middle of my divorce and had just fired my previous counsel. Max took on my case with confidence, expertise, and a fine toothed comb from day one. Elizabeth his paralegal is helpful, timely, and professional. Max kept me in the correspondence between the opposing parties attorney, and also the guardian ad litem. NOT all attorneys do this. Mediation is NO joke. Max’s calm empathetic demeanor helped me make the best decisions possible for myself and my children. He represented me with determination. His honesty and boundaries saved me money and helped me keep myself in check . Max Pickelsimer is proof that some attorneys truly help others. Max has integrity and heart. As accolades pour in for him I won’t be the least bit surprised! Max is respected by so many for his character. I will NEVER forget how much he helped me during this extremely challenging time. Max Pickelsimer is the absolute best!

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
January 29, 2021
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Max came highly recommended from a trusted friend and delivered on a multitude of levels. My divorce was a difficult one – even without children. Max is well-rounded with a diverse professional background that makes him a very effective attorney. Prior to my divorce, I’d never had to rely on an attorney, and let me tell you, having the right one is paramount. He treated my case like it was his own, was very prompt on communication, kind, understanding and most importantly, diligent. It was clear to me early in the process that without the right attorney that truly took the time to understand my specific situation, things could have gone south quickly. Max worked with me to get a clear picture of the situation and was highly effective in how he handled my case every step of the way. I can’t stress enough how professional and exceedingly effective he was during the entire process.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 25, 2020
Hired Attorney

Max brings everything you want in a lawyer and then some. Aside from being a very nice guy, he is responsive, knowledgeable, and cuts through the BS. He can also call you out when you need to be but also will fight for you when the time comes. I have nothing but praise for him and feel honored to have had him as a person representing me and as a friend.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 10, 2020
Hired Attorney

Max was extremely diligent and helped me through a very difficult divorce. He has continued to assist me quickly whenever a problem arises.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 09, 2020
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Needed a family law expert for a custody dispute that began in another State and had to be renegotiated. Max is knowledgeable and patient. He did not try to prolong the case or be confrontational, but instead helped us to reach a quick agreeable consensus. Max has solid values and genuinely wants to help people.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 07, 2020
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I have had the opportunity to work with several attorneys in the past, Max is far superior to all. He has that unique ability to quickly get to the core issue and in court he is a master at articulating ‘your’ story in a way that leveraged the law to your advantage, really inspiring to see in action. I would highly recommend Max. Bob G.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 06, 2020
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Max Pickelsimer has always gone above and beyond for our family. He was attentive to our desire to have all issues resolved quickly, took much care to ensure the children involved were heard and was always available when we called with questions. Family Court is not for the faint of heart. Retaining a respected and caring family court attorney (and their staff) is something every family dealing with the court system must have to ensure a resolution that's best for their situation. We are forever grateful to Mr. Pickelsimer and would highly recommend him to anyone dealing with the family court system. Couldn't have asked for better representation.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 06, 2020
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I have used Max twice and he has been wonderful. My issues needed prompt attention and needed to be resolved quickly. Max delivered on his promises. He is a man of his word.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 06, 2020
Hired Attorney

I worked with Max a few years ago on my divorce. Max was easy to work with and I confident he was covering all angles for me. Max helped to make my process as smooth as possible and was always calm. He helped to keep me calm and confident. I have used him subsequently and have also recommended him to several friends. I would definitely recommend Max!

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 7
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Divorce
    • Child Support
    • Child Custody
    • Spousal Support
    • Visitation Rights
    • Paternity

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  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2008, South Carolina
    Memberships
    Richland County, Lexington County and York County Bar Associations
    South Carolina Bar.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of South Carolina
    Class of 2008
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of South Carolina - Columbia
    Class of 1997
    M.S.
    Criminal Justice

    Newberry College
    Class of 1993
    B.A.
    Sociology

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Max Nathan Pickelsimer was admitted in 2008 to the State of South Carolina.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Max Nathan Pickelsimer has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Max Nathan Pickelsimer will accept Visa, Discover, MasterCard and American Express.