Attorney Referrals and Co-counsel Arrangements
Reputation for skill & integrity
The attorneys from Shelton Law Firm have practiced extensively in South Carolina courts and surrounding Lowcountry counties. We have earned a reputation for our skill, integrity, and our ongoing commitment to our clients. In addition to our long-term clients, our firm also represents numerous clients graciously referred to us by other clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and respected members of the judiciary.
We welcome the referral of:
Legal matters outside your area of expertise
Legal matters where there is a conflict of interests with clients such as litigation involving multiple parties
Legal matters across South Carolina that are either prohibitive by location or outside of your firm’s license to practice in South Carolina.
In all of our cases, we strive to protect your relationship with your individual client while providing you with case updates and progress along the way. The legal team at Shelton Law Firm is also committed to honoring fee-sharing arrangements with you that are consistent with the SC rules of professional conduct
Benefits of Referring a Case or Working with Shelton Law Firm
Our co-counsel services and joint representation are an important part of our firm's work. Here are just a few of the many benefits of working with Shelton Law Firm:
We work hard to preserve your relationship with your client.
We are not interested in taking clients from you, but rather here to help. We do just that by stepping in to resolve the client's difficult legal matter, then stepping out.
We are battle-tested and ready for trial.
Shelton Law Firm handles cases across South Carolina, state-wide. Not only do we not shy away from trying cases, but we have won trials in cases where other attorneys told our clients it couldn't be done.
We have effective and collaborative casework.
This means that YOU and YOUR CLIENT can benefit from the skill of the entire Shelton legal team.
Some Basics of Co-counsel Arrangements
There are many benefits of co-counseling and referrals between law firms in the Lowcountry. Before you sign any sort of agreement to collaborate with another law firm, whether you choose to work with Shelton Law Firm or not, there are a few things to first consider.
3 Essential Elements for Co-counsel Partnership
Research: It can be a great feeling to find a law firm to act as your co-counsel partner, but remember not to rush into any agreement. Take your time to thoroughly review the law firm that wants to team up with yours to learn their track record for similar cases, what attorneys they assign to the case and their reputation.
Timelines: An co-counsel agreement needs to also include timelines for managing the case along with deadlines for important filings and casework. Co-counseling can become troublesome if you do not establish your plan and strategy upfront, particularly regarding court filing timelines.
Agreement: A co-counsel agreement needs to be in writing to establish a reliable, enforceable legal contract.
Our Co-Counsel Process
Since 2020, Shelton Law Firm has helped countless numbers of clients recover millions of dollars in damages for personal injuries, commercial litigation, and business disputes. Our professional team of experienced attorneys in Hilton Head, South Carolina provides personal, effective, and responsive services to its clients.
Our Co-counsel Relationship is Simple
After receiving your referral, we will discuss the terms of our co-counsel relationship, including percentages of the fee split, and establish all terms upfront.
Together, we will discuss the details of our co-counsel relationship with your client so that you are fully informed and comfortable with the arrangement.
We will present a fee agreement that establishes the nature of this co-counsel relationship and any respective responsibilities in this matter.
When the case is resolved, we will clearly document the nature of our co-counsel relationship in the settlement statement.
Next Steps for Retaining Counsel
If you or your firm is interested in working with an experienced South Carolina Litigation Attorney, please contact The Shelton Law Firm today. Our courteous legal staff will work with you to collect the information needed to determine whether a referral or co-counsel arrangement is the best option for the client, you, and their team. Along with counsel-to-counsel experience, The Shelton Law Firm has an experienced team of Lowcountry, South Carolina injury trial lawyers that can examine your case and assist you in pursuing justice on solid legal ground.
Call 843.802.0087 to schedule a consultation.