Chuck McDonald
ADMISSIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
South Carolina 1996
United States District Court for the District of South Carolina, 1996
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, 1997
ABOUT
Chuck McDonald’s practice is focused on three primary areas: (1) serving as outside general counsel to clients in the construction industry; (2) representing clients in business and commercial litigation matters; and (3) representing clients in select personal injury and property damage claims. Chuck also brings his trial experience to bear in assisting other firm attorneys and firm clients in complex estate and trust litigation matters.
Chuck maintains an active trial practice having tried numerous cases to verdict in all state and federal courts in South Carolina. He has also represented clients in many private arbitration proceedings and administrative hearings over the years. In addition to his trial practice, Chuck has significant appellate experience. During his many years of practice, he has been involved in significant appeals that have shaped the law of arbitration, insurance coverage, and surety bond claims in South Carolina.
A native of Hartsville, South Carolina, Chuck received a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University. He received his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he was a member of the Order of the Wig and Robe.
Chuck and his wife, Deb, are members of Shandon Presbyterian Church and are active in local community and charitable endeavors. Outside of his law practice, Chuck enjoys bird hunting, following college sports, snow skiing, travel, and spending time with his family and friends.
RECOGNITIONS
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Member, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
South Carolina Super Lawyers, Construction Litigation
Best Lawyers in America (Since 2014):
Construction & Construction Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Lawyer of the Year, Construction & Construction Litigation
Published Works, Classes & Seminars
Chuck has authored many articles and presented at numerous seminars over his years of practice primarily on topics relating to the construction industry.
Chuck has worked with legislators in helping to draft key legislation relating to the Construction Industry in South Carolina.