
Carol Brittain Ervin, Employment Attorney in Charleston, South Carolina
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Entertainment, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratClement Rivers, LLP
Charleston, SC
Practicing employment in Charleston since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Carol Brittain Ervin is a partner based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and Insurance. Carol has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clement Rivers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Charleston, SC
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Employment · Entertainment · Insurance
- Handles Employment, Entertainment, and Insurance matters from Charleston, SC.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Carol Brittain Ervin: Carol Brittain Ervin is a partner based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and Insurance. Carol has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clement Rivers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Carol's practice areas in Charleston
Carol concentrates on employment, entertainment, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carol handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Personal Injury
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Employment cases in Charleston, South Carolina
Carol takes employment matters in Charleston, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Charleston, South Carolina
Carol takes entertainment matters in Charleston, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Charleston, South Carolina
Carol takes insurance matters in Charleston, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Charleston, South Carolina
Carol takes litigation matters in Charleston, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Charleston, South Carolina
Carol takes personal injury matters in Charleston, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Biography
Carol Brittain Ervin, employment attorney serving Charleston
Carol Brittain Ervin is a partner based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and Insurance. Carol has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clement Rivers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Carol works from Charleston, South Carolina and takes on employment matters across the region.
Carol Brittain Ervin is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment law, professional negligence and 3 other areas of law. Carol received a B.A. degree from University of the South, and has been licensed for 44 years. Carol practices at Clement Rivers, LLP in Charleston, SC.
Working with Carol on a employment matter
Carol Brittain Ervin is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment law, professional negligence and 3 other areas of law. Carol received a B.A. degree from University of the South, and has been licensed for 44 years. Carol practices at Clement Rivers, LLP in Charleston, SC.
Clients Carol works with
Carol reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, entertainment, and insurance matters in Charleston and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Carol studied and practices
Duke University
J.D. · 1982
University of the South B.A. summa cum laude University of the South B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions
Carol's state bar admissions
South Carolina
1982 · ACTIVE
Carol studied at J.D. in Duke University and — in University of the South B.A. summa cum laude University of the South B.A. Phi Beta Kappa.
Law school and academic background
Carol completed J.D. in Duke University and — in University of the South B.A. summa cum laude University of the South B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carol runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Carol's legal honors and published work
Carol has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Carol's professional memberships and bar associations
American College of Trial Lawyers. Board of Directors, Past-Chair and Current Steering Committee Member, Employment and Labor Law Practice Group, American Law Firm Association
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Associate, American Board of Trial Advocates. Member: Charleston County Bar (President, 2004-2005
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President Elect, 2003-2004
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Member, Executive Committee, 1986 and 1994) and American Bar Associations
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South Carolina Board of Grievances and Discipline
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South Carolina Bar (Member, Judicial Screening Committee, 1997-2002)
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Locations
Carol Brittain Ervin's office in Charleston
Carol's primary office is at 25 Calhoun Street, Suite 400, Charleston, SC, 29402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Carol Brittain Ervin — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Carol. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Charleston.
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1 client review
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How to hire Carol Brittain Ervin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carol usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carol charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carol'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; Carol will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Charleston, 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 Carol
Carol 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. Carol confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carol'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 Carol Brittain Ervin
How much does it cost to hire Carol for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carol walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carol offer a free consultation?
Carol charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carol's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Carol'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. Carol gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carol take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
Carol 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 — Carol 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 Carol?
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. Carol will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carol accepting new employment clients right now?
Carol's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Charleston, Columbia and Greenville in South Carolina
Carol handles employment matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 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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