James L. "Jay" Ward, Jr.
About James L. Ward, Jr.
James L. Ward, Jr. is a lawyer based in Mount Pleasant, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. James L. Ward, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips LLC
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Mount Pleasant, SC
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