Wayne Patterson Attorney at Law is a South Carolina-based legal practice specializing in probate, estate planning, and elder law matters. With a focus on providing clear guidance through complex legal processes, the firm stands out for its dedicated expertise in navigating the intricacies of South Carolina probate court and helping clients protect their legacies efficiently and confidentially.
The firm takes a client-centered approach, emphasizing thorough preparation and personalized strategies to avoid unnecessary court involvement and minimize family stress. It assists individuals, families, and trustees in managing estate administration, planning for future needs, and resolving matters related to incapacity or death. With extensive experience in both testate and intestate cases, the practice is particularly valuable for those seeking to simplify asset transfer, protect vulnerable family members, or serve as executors or personal representatives.
Services Offered
- Probate administration
- Estate planning
- Last will and testament drafting
- Living trust creation and administration
- Elder law
- Special needs trusts
- Guardianship and conservatorship establishment
- Power of attorney documentation
- Advance healthcare directives (living wills)
- Intestate succession guidance
- Spousal elective share claims
- Wrongful death settlement assistance
- Estate and trust litigation
- Estate tax and income tax filing guidance
- Asset protection strategies
- Trustee representation
- Executor support and checklist guidance
Serving clients across South Carolina, including Greenville, Anderson, Spartanburg, Pickens, Laurens, Oconee, Richland, and Charleston counties, the firm offers knowledgeable support for a range of probate and planning needs, ensuring compliance with state laws and promoting family harmony during challenging times.
