Patterson & Associates

Welcome to Patterson & Associates, P.A., a law firm dedicated to serving the legal needs of individuals, families, and businesses in Upstate South Carolina since 2005. Our firm takes pride in providing knowledgeable, professional, and personal representation to all of our clients. At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we believe in building long-lasting relationships with our clients, and we strive to serve as their trusted advisors for all of their legal needs.

Our team is led by Jackie Patterson, a seasoned attorney with over 25 years of experience in various areas of the law. Jackie received her J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1996 and is licensed to practice in South Carolina and the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina. She is a member of the Greenville County Bar Association and the Greenville Estate Planning Council.

Jackie is joined by Cherith Whitaker, our Real Estate Assistant, and Laura Phillips, our Legal Assistant. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest level of service and expertise to all of our clients.

Practice Areas

At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we offer a wide range of legal services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our practice areas include:

Probate and Trusts

Dealing with the death or incapacity of a loved one is never easy. At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we understand how difficult this time can be, and we are here to help. Our attorneys have extensive experience in probate and trust matters, including probate administration, guardianship and conservatorship appointments, probate litigation, trust administration, and trust litigation. We are committed to guiding our clients through the legal process with compassion and expertise.

Estate Planning

Proper estate planning is essential to ensuring your assets are protected and distributed in accordance with your wishes. At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we work closely with our clients to evaluate their assets and liabilities and determine the estate plan that best suits their needs. We prepare various estate planning documents, including living wills, healthcare powers of attorney, financial powers of attorney, last wills and testaments, simple wills, wills with testamentary trusts, pour-over wills, revocable or irrevocable trusts, living trusts, and special needs trusts. We collaborate with our clients' accountants and financial planners to ensure that their wishes are carried out in the most tax-efficient manner possible.

Business/Corporate

At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we represent businesses of all sizes, from small start-ups to large corporations. Our attorneys have experience in various business and corporate matters, including business formations, mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting and negotiation, and business litigation. We work closely with our clients to understand their business goals and provide legal guidance to help them achieve those goals.

Real Estate

Real estate transactions can be complex and fraught with potential legal pitfalls. At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we represent clients in various real estate matters, including commercial and residential real estate transactions, leasing, and landlord-tenant disputes. Our attorneys have extensive experience in real estate law and are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service and expertise.

At Patterson & Associates, P.A., we are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service and expertise in all of our practice areas. We believe in building long-lasting relationships with our clients and serving as their trusted advisors for all of their legal needs. If you are in need of legal services, we encourage you to contact us to schedule a consultation.