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Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III, Employment Attorney in Greenville, South Carolina

focused on Employment, Litigation, and Trusts

Greenville, SC

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Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Trusts.

Based in
Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Litigation · Trusts
  • Handles Employment, Litigation, and Trusts matters from Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville) (2026).

About Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III: Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Trusts.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Arthur takes on

Arthur concentrates on employment, litigation, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Arthur handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Arthur takes employment matters in Greenville, 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 Arthur agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Arthur takes litigation matters in Greenville, 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 Arthur agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Arthur takes trusts matters in Greenville, 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 Arthur agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III — employment lawyer in Greenville

Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Trusts.

Mac McLean has been a Certified Tax Specialist for over 25 years and practices as a tax attorney in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd's Greenville office. He works primarily in the areas of estate planning, corporate tax planning and retirement program planning. Mac has significant experience in structuring retirement plans for governmental bodies, including plans that provide specific groups of employees with the ability to make contributions in excess of regular deferral limits.

Working with Arthur on a employment matter

Mac McLean has been a Certified Tax Specialist for over 25 years and practices as a tax attorney in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd's Greenville office. He works primarily in the areas of estate planning, corporate tax planning and retirement program planning. Mac has significant experience in structuring retirement plans for governmental bodies, including plans that provide specific groups of employees…

Who Arthur represents

Arthur reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and trusts matters in Greenville and the surrounding South Carolina area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of South Carolina School of Law

    J.D. · 1988

Arthur studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Arthur completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Arthur runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Arthur has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Greenville)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville)

    2015

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Greenville) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Greenville) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA (2026).

Locations

Office locations for Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III in Greenville, South Carolina

Arthur's primary office is at Greenville, South Carolina, 29602-2048. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Greenville, South Carolina 29602-2048

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Hiring guide

How to hire Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Arthur usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Arthur charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Arthur'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; Arthur will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Greenville, South Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Arthur

Arthur discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Arthur confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Arthur's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Arthur F. "Mac" McLean III

  • How much does it cost to hire Arthur for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Arthur walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Arthur offer a free consultation?

    Arthur charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Arthur's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Arthur's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in South Carolina typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Arthur gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Arthur take my case if I'm outside Greenville?

    Arthur 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 — Arthur 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 Arthur?

    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. Arthur will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Arthur accepting new employment clients right now?

    Arthur's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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