66/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 299 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Real Estate Lawyers in Myrtle Beach, SC: 2026 rankings
44 real estate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Myrtle Beach: Tide Law Firm, LFR Score 66/100; 4.8★ from 299 Google reviews.
- 21
Open 24 hours (per Google): McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #21 of 44.
- 15
Most-reviewed: Scott B. Umstead, P.A., 1,003 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 44 ranked; ranked #15.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
44 Myrtle Beach real estate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 44 rated law firms.
Top 10 real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach 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 | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tide Law Firm | 66 | 4.8★ (299) | Myrtle Beach | Top score |
| 2 | Michele Paddy Refosco, Attorney at Law | 65 | 4.8★ (19) | Myrtle Beach | — |
| 3 | Barnett & Wright, P.A. | 64 | 5.0★ (64) | Myrtle Beach | — |
| 4 | Grand Strand Law Group, LLC - North Myrtle Beach Office | 64 | 5.0★ (292) | North Myrtle Beach, 13 mi away | — |
| 5 | Murray Law Group, LLC | 63 | 4.5★ (80) | Myrtle Beach | — |
| 6 | Jackson Miller Law, LLC | 62 | 4.9★ (27) | Myrtle Beach | — |
| 7 | Dunes Law Firm - Conway | 62 | 4.9★ (121) | Conway, 14 mi away | — |
| 8 | Dunes Law Firm, PA | 62 | 4.3★ (53) | Myrtle Beach | — |
| 9 | Murray Law Group LLC | 62 | 4.3★ (47) | Myrtle Beach | — |
| 10 | Corbett Law PA Law Office | 61 | 4.5★ (22) | Myrtle Beach | — |
All 44 real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach, 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.
Based in Myrtle Beach
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in North Myrtle Beach, 13 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 292 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Conway, 14 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Socastee, 10 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#12 Cox Law Firm PC
Based in Myrtle Beach
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#13 MGC Real Estate
Based in Myrtle Beach
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,003 Google reviews, the most in Myrtle Beach.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#18 Emery Law LLC
Based in Myrtle Beach
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in North Myrtle Beach, 15 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Myrtle Beach
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 561 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in North Myrtle Beach, 12 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
All 44 real estate lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Butler & College, LLC | 58 | 4.8★ (419) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 27 | McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. - North Myrtle Beach | 56 | 4.7★ (82) | 15 mi |
| 28 | Floyd Law Firm PC | 53 | 4.5★ (143) | 8 mi |
| 29 | Long Bay Law | 52 | 4.4★ (35) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 30 | Willcox, Buyck & Williams, P.A. | 52 | 4.7★ (21) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 31 | The Law Office of Ray H. Winters, P.C. | 52 | 4.8★ (13) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 32 | Murray Law Group | 51 | 4.3★ (72) | 8 mi |
| 33 | Joye, Nappier, Risher, & Hardin LLC | 51 | 4.9★ (39) | 12 mi |
| 34 | Janes and Pitcher PA | 50 | 4.4★ (28) | 7 mi |
| 35 | Law Office of Leah Petree-Angone | 50 | 5.0★ (4) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 36 | The Hyman Law Group | 50 | 4.7★ (49) | 14 mi |
| 37 | The Bellamy Law Firm | 50 | 3.5★ (33) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 38 | John R Richardson, PC Attorney at Law | 50 | 3.7★ (9) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 39 | Rigney Law Firm | 50 | 5.0★ (11) | 7 mi |
| 40 | Ohanesian Law Firm | 49 | 3.0★ (4) | In Myrtle Beach |
| 41 | Taylor Law Group | 49 | 5.0★ (11) | 13 mi |
| 42 | James T Feldman Attorney at Law | 48 | 4.3★ (21) | 14 mi |
| 43 | Land Title Agents LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (4) | 15 mi |
| 44 | RiverTown Law | 48 | 3.9★ (35) | 14 mi |
Also serving Myrtle Beach
20 more real estate 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 | 4.8★ (689) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Axelrod & Associates, P.A. | 4.8★ (408) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Bespoke Estate Law LLC | 5.0★ (177) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Chambers Law Firm | 4.9★ (399) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC | 5.0★ (1,545) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team | 4.9★ (138) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Grooms & Thomas | 5.0★ (81) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Hopkins Law Firm | 5.0★ (81) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Lam Law Firm, LLC | 4.8★ (138) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Law Firm of Regina B. Ward, LLC | 4.6★ (85) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Lucas Law, LLC | 4.9★ (150) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Maguire Law Firm Injury Lawyers | 5.0★ (475) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Morgan & Morgan | 4.8★ (711) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Morris Law, LLC - Myrtle Beach Accident and Injury Lawyers | 5.0★ (178) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Natasha Hanna Law | 4.9★ (130) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Sansbury Law Firm, LLC | 5.0★ (260) | In Myrtle Beach |
| South Carolina Criminal Law | 5.0★ (156) | In Myrtle Beach |
| Sutton Law Firm, PC | 5.0★ (128) | In Myrtle Beach |
| T. Kirk Truslow, P.A. | 4.9★ (119) | In Myrtle Beach |
| The Lovely Law Firm Injury Lawyers | 4.9★ (1,452) | In Myrtle Beach |
How we ranked Myrtle Beach real estate lawyers
We scored 44 Myrtle Beach real estate 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 Myrtle Beach 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 real estate lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many real estate 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 what the closing fee includes and which disbursements are charged on top.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a real estate 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?
- What does your closing fee include?
- Will you review the purchase contract before I sign?
- 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.
Real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach: frequently asked questions
Which real estate lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Myrtle Beach?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked real estate lawyer in Myrtle Beach, SC is Tide Law Firm with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.8★ from 299 Google reviews. Michele Paddy Refosco, Attorney at Law (#2) and Barnett & Wright, P.A. (#3) follow. We ranked 44 real estate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many real estate lawyers are there in Myrtle Beach?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 44 real estate lawyers serving Myrtle Beach, SC. 28 of them are based in Myrtle Beach; 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 real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach are open 24/7?
2 ranked real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. (#21). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach work on weekends?
2 of 44 ranked real estate lawyers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. (#21). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Myrtle Beach real estate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 44 rated real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach is 4.5★, with a median of 28 reviews. Scott B. Umstead, P.A. has the most, 1,003 reviews, and ranks #15. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank real estate lawyers?
Each real estate 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 real estate lawyers outside Myrtle Beach count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Myrtle Beach city center, our service radius for real estate 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 real estate 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 real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach, SC charge?
Real estate lawyers often charge a flat fee for a residential closing and hourly rates for disputes and commercial work. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $399 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer to buy a house?
It depends on the state: some states require or customarily use an attorney for closings, others use title or escrow companies. A lawyer can still review the contract before you sign. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of real estate lawyers in Myrtle Beach, 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 Myrtle Beach?
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 Myrtle Beach
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 44 real estate lawyers serving Myrtle Beach.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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