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R. Nick Felix, Business Attorney in Charleston, South Carolina

focused on Business and Litigation

Charleston, SC

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R. Nick Felix is an attorney based in Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

Based in
Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Litigation
  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About R. Nick Felix: R. Nick Felix is an attorney based in Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters R. takes on

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

Business cases in Charleston, South Carolina

R. takes business 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Charleston, South Carolina

R. 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 R. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet R. Nick Felix — business lawyer in Charleston

R. Nick Felix is an attorney based in Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

With over thirty years in practice exclusively focused on litigation, Nick honed his trial skills as a prosecutor and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney while a JAG Officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, then in his current practice representing clients in litigation in State and Federal Courts.

Working with R. on a business matter

With over thirty years in practice exclusively focused on litigation, Nick honed his trial skills as a prosecutor and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney while a JAG Officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, then in his current practice representing clients in litigation in State and Federal Courts.

Who R. represents

R. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Charleston and the surrounding South Carolina area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of South Carolina School of Law

    J.D. · 1992

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

Law school and academic background

R. 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 R. runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

R. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

Locations

R. Nick Felix's office in Charleston

R.'s primary office is at 25 Calhoun Street, Suite 250, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

25 Calhoun Street, Suite 250

Charleston, South Carolina 29401

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Hiring guide

How to hire R. Nick Felix — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Charleston, 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 R.

R. 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. R. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

R.'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 R. Nick Felix

  • How much does it cost to hire R. for a business case?

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

  • Does R. offer a free consultation?

    R. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain R.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check R.'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. R. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can R. take my case if I'm outside Charleston?

    R. 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 — R. 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 R.?

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

  • Is R. accepting new business clients right now?

    R.'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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