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Ian D. Maguire, Personal Injury Attorney in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Over 33 years of legal practice

Maguire Law Firm

Myrtle Beach, SC

Practicing personal injury in Myrtle Beach since 1993.

33+
Years practicing
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Ian D. Maguire is an attorney based in Myrtle Beach, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Ian has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Maguire Law Firm.

Based in
Myrtle Beach, SOUTH CAROLINA
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Myrtle Beach, SOUTH CAROLINA.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston (SC) (2021).

About Ian D. Maguire: Ian D. Maguire is an attorney based in Myrtle Beach, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Ian has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Maguire Law Firm.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Ian takes on

Ian concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Ian takes personal injury matters in Myrtle Beach, 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 Ian agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Ian D. Maguire — personal injury lawyer in Myrtle Beach

Ian D. Maguire is an attorney based in Myrtle Beach, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Ian has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Maguire Law Firm.

Ian D. Maguire was born in Dublin, Ireland and raised in New York City. He and his wife, Jennifer, have four children: Erin, Brendan, Liam and Saoirse. He attended Le Moyne College in Syracuse, NY, where he received his B.S. in Business Administration. Thereafter, Ian received his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1993. Since arriving on the Grand Strand in 1994, Ian has dedicated himself to seeking justice for injured individuals and their families.

Ian Maguire is a trial lawyer and practices in the areas of personal injury and workers’ compensation. He primarily represents individuals injured due to automobile collisions, trips and falls, and nursing home negligence. He has represented injured workers in South Carolina and North Carolina for over two decades. His law practice is predicated on the core stance that consumers should be protected from unsafe products and individuals should receive fair treatment from the big powerful insurance companies. Ian is dedicated to holding corporations that refuse to abide by their duties accountable for the injuries and damages they cause.

How Ian handles personal injury matters

Ian D. Maguire was born in Dublin, Ireland and raised in New York City. He and his wife, Jennifer, have four children: Erin, Brendan, Liam and Saoirse. He attended Le Moyne College in Syracuse, NY, where he received his B.S. in Business Administration. Thereafter, Ian received his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1993. Since arriving on the Grand Strand in 1994,…

The kind of cases Ian takes

Ian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Myrtle Beach and the surrounding South Carolina area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of South Carolina

    J.D. · 1993

  • Le Moyne College

    B.A.

Jurisdictions

Ian's state bar admissions

  • South Carolina, U.S.

    ACTIVE

  • North Carolina, U.S.

    ACTIVE

  • North Carolina

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • South Carolina

    1993 · ACTIVE

Ian studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina and B.A. in Le Moyne College.

Law school and academic background

Ian completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina and B.A. in Le Moyne College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ian runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Ian has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston (SC)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston (SC) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026).

Locations

Ian D. Maguire's office in Myrtle Beach

Ian's primary office is at 1600 North Oak Street, Suite B, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29577. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Maguire Law Firm

1600 North Oak Street, Suite B

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577

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Hiring guide

How to hire Ian D. Maguire — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Ian

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Ian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Ian D. Maguire

  • How much does it cost to hire Ian for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Ian offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in South Carolina typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Ian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Ian take my case if I'm outside Myrtle Beach?

    Ian 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 — Ian 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 Ian?

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

  • Is Ian accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Myrtle Beach, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina

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