About Keith Robert

Keith Robert Powell practices business law at Duff & Childs LLC in Columbia, South Carolina — He has been a member of the South Carolina Bar since 1997. The firm specializes in various legal regions, including appeals and appellate law, construction law, education law, government and regulatory law, and municipal law. His diverse practice lets in him to address many legal issues for each people and businesses. He earned his J.D. from Vanderbilt University in 1996, following his undergraduate studies at Tulane University, the place he received a B.A. in History and Philosophy in 1993.

During his educational adventure, he also spent a year as a traveling scholar at Mansfield College, Oxford University, specializing in modern records. This instructional background offers him with a unique perspective that he applies to his legal practice. Most of his work includes advising clients on business formation, adherence with restrictions, and contract negotiations. He additionally represents clients in appeals and different legal proceedings things, dealing with the necessities of the legal system. Cases typically contain detailed legal research, drafting of briefs, and oral arguments in courtroom — His experience in various legal fields complements his ability to handle multifaceted instances. Before establishing himself as a solo attorney in 2016, he held numerous meaningful positions.

He served as a shareholder and lawyer at an outstanding company from 2000 to 2016. Prior to that, he was the Director of Policy Services and a staff lawyer, the place he targeted on developing legal strategies and policies. His career began as an associate lawyer in 1997. This gives a solid foundation in legal practice — His role as special counsel since 2018 has further expanded his expertise. This lets the lawyer provide specialized legal advice to clients. He is actively concerned within the legal community and keeps memberships in a number of professional institutions.

His dedication to staying knowledgeable about modifications within the regulation guarantees that he can provide the most effective possible representation for his clients. Keith Powell is licensed to practice in South Carolina, Kansas, and Missouri. His broad jurisdictional reach enables him to help clients with legal issues throughout state lines. His commitment to his clients and his in depth legal knowledge make him a respected determine in the Columbia legal community.

Education

Vanderbilt University

J.D. (1996)

1993

Mansfield College, Oxford University

Visiting Student - Tulane Junior Year Abroad Program | Modern History

1991

Tulane University

B.A. (1993) | History, Philosophy

1989

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) French (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Special Counsel

Duff & Childs LLC
2018

owner / sole practitioner

Powell Counsel LC
2016

Shareholder / Lawyer

Childs & Halligan P.A.
2000

Director of Policy Services / Staff Lawyer

Missouri School Boards Association
1998

Associate Lawyer

Fields & Brown Law Office
1997

Accepted Jurisdictions

South Carolina
Kansas
Missouri

Court Admissions

Supreme Court of South Carolina State Supreme Court
Kansas Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Missouri Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

business law appeals and appellate law construction law education law government and administrative law municipal law

Legal Services Scope

Advising Litigation Appeals Contract negotiations