Glenn Fishburne Givens, Business Attorney in Sumter, South Carolina
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning
MemberatKolb & Givens, Attorneys at Law, LLC
Sumter, SC
Practicing business in Sumter since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Glenn Fishburne Givens is a member based in Sumter, SC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Glenn has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kolb & Givens, Attorneys at Law, LLC.
- Based in
- Sumter, SC
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment, and Estate Planning matters from Sumter, SC.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Glenn Fishburne Givens: Glenn Fishburne Givens is a member based in Sumter, SC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Glenn has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kolb & Givens, Attorneys at Law, LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Glenn takes on
Glenn concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, irs, and poa. Each area below outlines the kind of case Glenn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Sumter, South Carolina
Glenn takes business matters in Sumter, 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Sumter, South Carolina
Glenn takes employment matters in Sumter, 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Sumter, South Carolina
Glenn takes estate planning matters in Sumter, 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
IRS cases in Sumter, South Carolina
Glenn takes irs matters in Sumter, 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Sumter, South Carolina
Glenn takes poa matters in Sumter, 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 Glenn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Glenn Fishburne Givens — business lawyer in Sumter
Glenn Fishburne Givens is a member based in Sumter, SC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Glenn has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kolb & Givens, Attorneys at Law, LLC.
Glenn F. Givens is a native of Sumter, South Carolina and joined Kolb & Givens Attorneys at Law, LLC in November, 2010. Mr. Givens provides legal advice on Business Entities, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills, Probate Administration and Taxation.
Mr. Givens is a 1991 graduate of Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he received a degree in business (B.S.) with honors. He earned a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1994. Following law school, Mr. Givens attended Villanova University near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he received a Master in Taxation graduated law degree (LL.M) in 1996, followed by a Master in Taxation graduate accounting degree (MTAX) from the University of South Carolina in 1998.
Since 1998, Mr. Givens has practiced as an attorney and an accountant in Florence, Columbia, and Sumter, South Carolina. As an attorney, Mr. Givens has practiced in the areas of business law, nonprofit law, all types of taxation, estate planning, wills, trusts, probate administration and litigation and civil litigation.
Mr. Givens is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the State of South Carolina and the United States District Court. He is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Sumter County Bar Association.
Mr. Givens is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a member of the South Carolina Association of CPAs.
Mr. Givens is single and lives in Sumter. He is a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Sumter.
Glenn's approach to business cases
Glenn F. Givens is a native of Sumter, South Carolina and joined Kolb & Givens Attorneys at Law, LLC in November, 2010. Mr. Givens provides legal advice on Business Entities, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills, Probate Administration and Taxation. Mr. Givens is a 1991 graduate of Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he received a degree in business (B.S.) with honors. He…
Clients Glenn works with
Glenn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and estate planning matters in Sumter and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Villanova University
LL.M. Wake · 1996
University of South Carolina MTax Wake Forest University
B.S. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Glenn's state bar admissions
South Carolina
1995 · ACTIVE
Glenn studied at LL.M. Wake in Villanova University and B.S. in University of South Carolina MTax Wake Forest University.
Law school and academic background
Glenn completed LL.M. Wake in Villanova University and B.S. in University of South Carolina MTax Wake Forest University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Glenn runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Glenn's professional memberships and bar associations
South Carolina Bar American Bar Association
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Locations
Glenn Fishburne Givens's office in Sumter
Glenn's primary office is at 107 North Main Street, Sumter, SC, 29150. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kolb & Givens, Attorneys at Law, LLC
107 North Main Street
Sumter, SC 29150
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How to hire Glenn Fishburne Givens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Glenn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Glenn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Glenn'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; Glenn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Sumter, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Glenn
Glenn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Glenn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Glenn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Glenn Fishburne Givens
How much does it cost to hire Glenn for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Glenn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Glenn offer a free consultation?
Glenn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Glenn's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Glenn's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple business 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. Glenn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Glenn take my case if I'm outside Sumter?
Glenn 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 — Glenn 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 Glenn?
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. Glenn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Glenn accepting new business clients right now?
Glenn'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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