
Joshua Tate Thompson, Appellate Attorney in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 15 verified client reviews
PartneratBoulier Thompson & Barnes, LLC
Spartanburg, SC
Practicing appellate in Spartanburg since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 15 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Joshua Tate Thompson is a partner based in Spartanburg, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. Joshua has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boulier Thompson & Barnes, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
- Based in
- Spartanburg, SC
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Appellate · General · Insurance
- Handles Appellate, General, and Insurance matters from Spartanburg, SC.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Joshua Tate Thompson: Joshua Tate Thompson is a partner based in Spartanburg, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. Joshua has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boulier Thompson & Barnes, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Joshua Tate Thompson
Joshua concentrates on appellate, general, insurance, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joshua handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Appellate cases in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Joshua takes appellate matters in Spartanburg, 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 Joshua agrees to represent you.
General cases in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Joshua takes general matters in Spartanburg, 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 Joshua agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Joshua takes insurance matters in Spartanburg, 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 Joshua agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Joshua takes litigation matters in Spartanburg, 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 Joshua agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Joshua takes medical malpractice matters in Spartanburg, 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 Joshua agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Joshua Tate Thompson — Over 16 years of South Carolina appellate experience
Joshua Tate Thompson is a partner based in Spartanburg, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. Joshua has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boulier Thompson & Barnes, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
Josh has been practicing law since 2010. His practice focuses on civil litigation and encompasses a broad range of areas including medical malpractice, health care law, product liability, personal injury, insurance litigation, business litigation, governmental litigation, and appellate law. Josh also counsels healthcare providers on regulatory compliance and represents health care providers before professional licensing boards and administrative agencies. Josh is dedicated, honest, and innovative, three qualities which assure he focuses on his clients' best interests in every matter he undertakes.
Josh is a magna cum laude graduate of both Wofford College and the University of South Carolina School of Law. At Wofford, he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and received the David Duncan Wallace History Award. While in law school, he served as the Associate Managing Editor of the South Carolina Law Review and was inducted into the Order of the Coif and the Order of the Wig and Robe. He is a graduate of the Spartanburg Regional Fellows Leadership Program (2012), the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association Trial Academy (2014), and Leadership Spartanburg (2016). Josh also is honored to have been recognized on Spartanburg's inaugural Forty Under 40 list (2020).
Josh is a native of Union, South Carolina, having earned his Eagle Scout Award through Troop 42. He now lives in Spartanburg with his wife Beth and sons Caleb and Tate.
How Joshua handles appellate matters
Josh has been practicing law since 2010. His practice focuses on civil litigation and encompasses a broad range of areas including medical malpractice, health care law, product liability, personal injury, insurance litigation, business litigation, governmental litigation, and appellate law. Josh also counsels healthcare providers on regulatory compliance and represents health care providers…
Who Joshua represents
Joshua reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, general, and insurance matters in Spartanburg and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Joshua Tate Thompson's legal education and bar admissions
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 2010
Wofford College
B.A. · 2007
Jurisdictions
Joshua's state bar admissions
United States Court
2013 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
2011 · ACTIVE
South Carolina
2010 · ACTIVE
Joshua studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in Wofford College.
Law school and academic background
Joshua completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in Wofford College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joshua runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Joshua Tate Thompson
Joshua has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Joshua's professional memberships and bar associations
South Carolina Bar Spartanburg County Bar Seventh Circuit Young Lawyers Division of South Carolina Bar Association
membership
Locations
Joshua Tate Thompson's office in Spartanburg
Joshua's primary office is at 101 W. St. John Street, Suite 300, Spartanburg, SC, 29306. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Boulier Thompson & Barnes, LLC
101 W. St. John Street, Suite 300
Spartanburg, SC 29306
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Client reviews of Joshua Tate Thompson — 5.0/5 rating from 15 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Joshua. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Spartanburg.
5.0
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How to hire Joshua Tate Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joshua usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joshua charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua'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; Joshua will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Spartanburg, 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 Joshua
Joshua 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. Joshua confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joshua'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 Joshua Tate Thompson
How much does it cost to hire Joshua for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joshua walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joshua offer a free consultation?
Joshua charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Joshua'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. Joshua gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joshua take my case if I'm outside Spartanburg?
Joshua 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 — Joshua 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 Joshua?
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. Joshua will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joshua accepting new appellate clients right now?
Joshua'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 Spartanburg, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina
Joshua handles appellate matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
- Spartanburg583 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Myrtle Beach506 attorneys
- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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