Jim Atkins
About Jim Atkins
Jim Atkins is a lawyer based in Charleston, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Jim Atkins is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Clawson & Staubes
Education: Campbell University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Charleston, SC
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