About Us

In 1973, two attorneys, Donald V. Richardson, III, and Charles N. Plowden, Jr., founded Richardson Plowden law firm. More than 30 years later, Richardson Plowden has grown from one office in Columbia, S.C., to include a second office in Myrtle Beach, S.C. As one of the 20 largest firms in South Carolina, we have more than 30 attorneys and more than 75 support staff.

At Richardson Plowden, our people are what set us apart from the competition. Our attorneys have been recognized as Best Lawyers in America®, South Carolina Super Lawyers, professional leaders, and leaders within our community. We are a diverse group that offers a range of perspective, but shared core values of integrity and honesty. We work hard, and work smart in a perceptive, practical and results-oriented manner.

Richardson Plowden has a broad-based service offering, encompassing more than 25 practice areas. The depth and range of our experience is a true benefit to our clients, particularly those whose cases are complex.With our multi-disciplinary approach that spans more than 30 practice areas, clients can benefit from the simplicity of having one firm for all their legal needs.

Our practice groups work as integrated, multidisciplinary teams. Along with broad and specialized legal experience, our attorneys have extensive backgrounds in related areas such as accounting, architecture, construction, engineering, taxation, healthcare administration, nursing, and insurance. We also have experienced, certified mediators and arbitrators on staff. To learn more about our attorneys, click here.

Our success primarily stems from our loyal client base, many of whom have been our clients for more than 20 years. The same continuity exists among our shareholders. These attributes are testaments to the Firm's quality service, leadership and vision.

We invite you to contact us and learn more about how we can be of service to you.