65/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 107 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Business Lawyers in Charleston, SC: 2026 rankings
17 business lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Charleston: Law Office Of Alexandru Juncu, LFR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 107 Google reviews.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Morgan & Morgan, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 17.
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Most-reviewed: Morgan & Morgan, 1,138 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 17 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
17 Charleston business lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 17 rated law firms.
Top 10 business lawyers in Charleston at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Law Office Of Alexandru Juncu | 65 | 5.0★ (107) | Charleston | — | Top score |
| 2 | Morgan & Morgan | 63 | 4.8★ (1,138) | North Charleston, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 3 | Henderson & Henderson, LLC | 56 | 4.8★ (198) | Charleston | — | — |
| 4 | Futeral & Nelson, LLC | 55 | 4.9★ (159) | Mount Pleasant, 3 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Beth Santilli Law | 54 | 5.0★ (47) | Charleston | — | — |
| 6 | Harris Law Firm, LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (38) | Charleston | — | — |
| 7 | Gem McDowell Law Group | 54 | 4.7★ (56) | Charleston | — | — |
| 8 | STREHLE Law Firm | 53 | 5.0★ (46) | Mount Pleasant, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Steadman Law Firm, P.A. | 52 | 4.8★ (74) | North Charleston, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Brewer Law Firm | 52 | 4.5★ (17) | Charleston | — | — |
All 17 business lawyers in Charleston, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in North Charleston, 7 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,138 Google reviews, the most in Charleston.
Based in Charleston
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 198 Google reviews.
Based in Mount Pleasant, 3 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 159 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based in Charleston
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Charleston
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Charleston
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Mount Pleasant, 5 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based in North Charleston, 11 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
#10 Brewer Law Firm
Based in Charleston
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#11 Nantz Law
Based in Charleston
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#12 Bogdan Law Firm
Based in Charleston
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Charleston
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Charleston
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Insurance attorney”.
#15 Halversen Law
Based in Mount Pleasant, 6 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Insurance attorney”.
Based in Charleston
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Summerville, 22 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Also serving Charleston
20 more business lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anastopoulo Law Firm | 4.7★ (411) | In Charleston |
| Bringardner Injury Law Firm | 5.0★ (228) | In Charleston |
| Chris Jacob Family Law, LLC | 5.0★ (200) | In Charleston |
| Crantford Meehan, Attorneys at Law, LLC | 5.0★ (166) | In Charleston |
| Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC | 5.0★ (472) | In Charleston |
| Evan Guthrie Law Firm | 4.9★ (137) | In Charleston |
| Gregory S. Forman, P.C. | 4.9★ (134) | In Charleston |
| J. Brooks Davis Law Firm | 5.0★ (248) | In Charleston |
| Joe Cunningham Law | 5.0★ (152) | In Charleston |
| John W. Molony Law Firm, LLC | 5.0★ (460) | In Charleston |
| Mastantuno Law Firm | 4.9★ (161) | In Charleston |
| Mickelsen Dalton LLC | 4.9★ (150) | In Charleston |
| O'Reilly Law Firm | 5.0★ (129) | In Charleston |
| Pandev Law - Immigration & Startup Lawyer | 5.0★ (238) | In Charleston |
| Peper Law Firm | 4.9★ (134) | In Charleston |
| Sahn Law Firm - Attorneys at Law | 5.0★ (530) | In Charleston |
| Taylor Anderson Law Firm | 5.0★ (185) | In Charleston |
| Trey Harrell Law Office | 5.0★ (389) | In Charleston |
| Ty Robinson Personal Injury & Car Accident Law Firm | 4.9★ (150) | In Charleston |
| Yarborough Applegate Law Firm | 4.9★ (149) | In Charleston |
How we ranked Charleston business lawyers
We scored 17 Charleston business lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Charleston data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a business lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many business law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask for a written estimate or flat fee for a defined piece of work before it starts.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a business lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Which of my contracts most need a review?
- Can you work on a flat fee or a monthly retainer?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Business lawyers in Charleston: frequently asked questions
Which business lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Charleston?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked business lawyer in Charleston, SC is Law Office Of Alexandru Juncu with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 107 Google reviews. Morgan & Morgan (#2) and Henderson & Henderson, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 17 business lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many business lawyers are there in Charleston?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 17 business lawyers serving Charleston, SC. 11 of them are based in Charleston; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which business lawyers in Charleston are open 24/7?
1 ranked business lawyer in Charleston posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Morgan & Morgan (#2). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which business lawyers in Charleston work on weekends?
1 of 17 ranked business lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Morgan & Morgan (#2). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Charleston business lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 17 rated business lawyers in Charleston is 5.0★, with a median of 38 reviews. Morgan & Morgan has the most, 1,138 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank business lawyers?
Each business lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do business lawyers outside Charleston count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Charleston city center, our service radius for business lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can business lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do business lawyers in Charleston, SC charge?
Business lawyers bill hourly for disputes and complex deals and often offer flat fees for company formation, standard contracts or a monthly general counsel arrangement. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $400 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When should a small business talk to a lawyer?
Common points are choosing a business structure, partner or shareholder agreements, signing a lease or major contract, buying or selling a business, and when a dispute starts. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of business lawyers in Charleston, SC ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Charleston?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Charleston
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 17 business lawyers serving Charleston.
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