John Scott focuses his practice on business representation and tax planning as a shareholder and tax attorney in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd's Florence office. His practice includes providing advice and counsel to his clients on a number of general corporate issues including the formation of business entities such as limited liability companies and corporations, mergers and acquisitions, succession planning and contractual matters.
John M. Scott III
Awarded Practice Areas
Tax Law Trusts and Estates
Awarded Practice Areas
Tax Law Trusts and Estates
Biography
Locations
Florence, South Carolina
Education
- The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1999
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Tax Law, Columbia, SC (2023)
- Trusts and Estates, Columbia, SC (2023)
- Tax Law, Florence (2014)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Special Focus:
- Business and Succession Planning
- Corporate
- Limited Liability Companies
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Partnership
- Restructurings
- Subchapter S Corporations
- Tax Planning
- Trusts and Estates
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