Andrew Nathan Safran, Appellate Attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
MemberatAndrew N. Safran, LLC
Columbia, SC
Practicing appellate in Columbia since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Andrew Nathan Safran is a member based in Columbia, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Andrew has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Andrew N. Safran, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Columbia, SC
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Appellate, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Columbia, SC.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Andrew Nathan Safran: Andrew Nathan Safran is a member based in Columbia, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Andrew has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Andrew N. Safran, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Andrew takes on
Andrew concentrates on appellate, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Appellate cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Andrew takes appellate matters in Columbia, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Andrew takes personal injury matters in Columbia, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Andrew takes workers comp matters in Columbia, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Andrew Nathan Safran — appellate lawyer in Columbia
Andrew Nathan Safran is a member based in Columbia, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Andrew has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Andrew N. Safran, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Andrew Nathan Safran is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, appellate practice. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Andrew practices at Andrew N. Safran, LLC in Columbia, SC.
Working with Andrew on a appellate matter
Andrew Nathan Safran is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, appellate practice. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Andrew practices at Andrew N. Safran, LLC in Columbia, SC.
Clients Andrew works with
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Columbia and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1983
Duke University
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Andrew's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
South Carolina
1983 · ACTIVE
Andrew studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in Duke University.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in Duke University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Andrew has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Andrew's professional memberships and bar associations
South Carolina Bar South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association Association of South Carolina Claimant's Attorneys for Workers Compensation
membership
Locations
Office locations for Andrew Nathan Safran in Columbia, South Carolina
Andrew's primary office is at Columbia, SC, 29211. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Andrew Nathan Safran — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Andrew. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Columbia.
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How to hire Andrew Nathan Safran — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andrew
Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrew Nathan Safran
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrew offer a free consultation?
Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Columbia?
Andrew is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andrew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Andrew?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrew accepting new appellate clients right now?
Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Columbia, Charleston and Greenville in South Carolina
Andrew handles appellate matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Spartanburg583 attorneys
- Myrtle Beach506 attorneys
- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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