Bankruptcy Exemptions: What Property Can You Keep?
Exemptions protect your home, car, retirement accounts, and household goods from liquidation in bankruptcy. This guide covers the 2025 federal exemption amounts and how state exemptions compare.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in South Carolina to discharge most unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, and personal loans. The process typically completes in 3 to 6 months. Our directory lists 35+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across South Carolina who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 35 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in South Carolina

Daniel A. Stone
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 24 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2001). Awards: Appointed by US bankruptcy Court - 2013, Mentor to 2 first year attorneys - 2013, Announcement on website- PRO BONO help - 2012.

John R. Cantrell Jr.
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1987). Awards: Member of the Month - 2010.

Kevin Campbell
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 52 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1973). Awards: Certified as a Business Bankruptcy Law Specialist - 2019, Certified as a Bankruptcy Specialist - 2019, Super Lawyer - 2014.

Conrad L. Falkiewicz
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1979).

Christopher M. Edwards
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2002). Awards: President of Student Bar - 2001.

Pamela Lee Tripp
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.0/10 (Very Good). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2003). Awards: AV Preeminent - 2015, Client Rating - 2015.

Barbara Ellen Brunson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.0/10 (Superb). 36 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1989). Awards: BV Rated - 2015, BV Rated - 2014.

Malinda Mcaleer Pennington
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2009). Awards: Administrative Law Scholarship - 2009.

Dana E. Wilkinson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 40 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1987). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2012, Super Lawyer - 2011, Pro Bono Service Award - 2003.

Daniell Stokes Landers
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 44 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2000), Georgia (1981).

Michael Glen Matthews
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2007).

Christine E. Brimm
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1994). Awards: Legal Elite of the Midlands - 2016, Certified Bankruptcy Specialist - 2015.

Janne Berry Osborne
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.7/10 (Very Good). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1987).

Edward L. Bailey
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1979). Awards: William Robinson Award (twice) - 2012.

Randy A. Skinner
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1991).
Richard A. Steadman Jr.
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 44 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1981). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2016.

Heather Samantha Bailey
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 13 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2012).

Dean S Haskell
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 49 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1988).

D. Nathan Davis
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 50 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1975). Awards: Client Rating - 2013, Client Rating - 2011, Super Lawyer - 2009.

Felix B. Clayton
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 55 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1979).

Pheobe Annette Clark
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2006).

Cedric Antwon Cunningham
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 13 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2012).

Michael R. Culler Jr.
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (1990).

Russell A. DeMott
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: South Carolina (2005), Michigan (1993). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2024, AV Peer Review Rating - 2013, Peer Review Rated - 2012.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across South Carolina and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in South Carolina, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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