Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partners in Greenville, SC
At Laws & Laws, we pride ourselves on delivering legal excellence rooted in honesty, transparency, and client-centered service. Founded in 1989, our Greenville-based boutique firm specializes in residential and commercial real estate transactions, business formations, estate planning, and probate law. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience, with Courtnay M. Laws leading complex negotiations in real estate and corporate matters, while Scott E. Lawrence focuses on construction lending and commercial transactions. We emphasize wholehearted client relationships, ensuring personalized guidance through every legal challenge. Our teams expertise extends to contract review, business sales, and estate administration, serving individuals, families, and corporations across South Carolina.With a legacy of integrity established by the late J. Terry Laws, we maintain a commitment to community service and ethical practice. Our approach combines technical proficiency with compassionate counsel, reflecting our belief that legal representation should empower clients with clarity and confidence. We prioritize open communication, ensuring clients understand every step of their case while fostering long-term trust. Our dedication to excellence has earned us recognition in Marquis Who's Who in American Law and the enduring loyalty of clients weve served for generations.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Business Formations
Estate Planning
Probate Law
Commercial Contracts
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We provide over 35 years of experience in real estate and business law.
- Our attorneys prioritize transparent communication and personalized legal strategies.
- We combine technical expertise with compassionate, wholehearted client relationships.
- Our team serves individuals and corporations across South Carolina's legal landscape.
- We maintain a legacy of ethical practice recognized in Marquis Who's Who in American Law.
Associations and certifications
- Marquis Who's Who in American Law
Services
Real Estate Transactions
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions with expertise in purchases, sales, leasing, and financing. Our attorneys ensure compliance with South Carolina regulations while protecting client interests. With decades of experience in title examinations and contract negotiations, we streamline complex processes for individuals and corporations.
Business Formations
Our firm specializes in business entity creation, including LLCs, corporations, and partnerships. We provide tailored guidance on legal structures, tax implications, and operational agreements. From startups to established companies, our services cover contract drafting, mergers, and acquisition strategies to support sustainable growth.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans addressing wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our approach ensures asset protection and smooth succession planning for families and business owners. With personalized consultations, we align legal documents with clients' unique financial and familial circumstances.
Probate Law
Our team guides executors through probate processes, handling estate settlements and dispute resolutions. We manage asset distribution, debt settlement, and court filings with attention to legal compliance. Our goal is minimizing family conflicts while honoring the deceased's wishes.
Commercial Contracts
We draft, review, and negotiate contracts for business transactions, including purchase agreements and partnership terms. Our focus is on risk mitigation and clear contractual language. With experience in construction lending and development deals, we address industry-specific legal challenges effectively.
People
Courtnay M. Laws
Attorney & Owner
Courtnay Laws, a Greenville native, specializes in real estate and business law with 15+ years of experience. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina and joined Laws & Laws in 2008, becoming partner in 2018. Her practice includes commercial transactions and estate planning.
Meredith C. Noon
Attorney
Meredith Noon brings 25+ years of real estate law experience, merging hospitality and legal expertise. After founding her own firm in 1998, she joined Laws & Laws in 2021. Her focus on client relationships has built lasting connections in Greenville's legal community.
Scott E. Lawrence
Attorney
Scott Lawrence specializes in commercial real estate and construction lending with 35 years of legal experience. A Wake Forest Law graduate, he joined Laws & Laws in 2024 after 20 years as a solo practitioner. He previously chaired the SC Bar's Real Estate Section.
Questions
What areas of law does Laws & Laws specialize in?
We focus on real estate transactions, business formations, estate planning, probate law, and commercial contracts. Our attorneys have decades of experience serving individuals and corporations in South Carolina.
What makes Laws & Laws different from other law firms?
We combine technical expertise with personalized service, emphasizing transparent communication and long-term client relationships. Our attorneys have been recognized in Marquis Who's Who in American Law for legal excellence.
Do you handle both residential and commercial real estate matters?
Yes, we represent clients in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, leasing, and financing across South Carolina.
Can you assist with business succession planning?
We provide comprehensive estate and business succession planning services, including wills, trusts, and corporate transition strategies to ensure smooth ownership transfers.
