William Leighton "Leighton" Lord III
About William Leighton Lord III
William Leighton Lord III is a lawyer based in Columbia, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. William Leighton Lord III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Economic Development Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Columbia, SC
It takes just a few minutes to optimize your profile for prospective clients and lawyers ready to refer.
Log in to your account or continue as a guest to view annual subscription pricing.
Nearby Lawyers
Travis Dayhuff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Travis practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Travis Dayhuff since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Travis Dayhuff is held by other lawyers.
Shannon Till Poteat is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Shannon Till practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Shannon Till Poteat since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Shannon Till Poteat is held by other lawyers.
Kelly Morrow is an experienced workers’ compensation attorney and certified mediator with more than twenty years of involvement in South Carolina workers’ compensation matters. Based in Columbia, South Carolina, she represents employers in Workers’ Compensation Law, assisting businesses with claim management, dispute resolution, and compliance within the state’s regulatory framework. Kelly is recognized within the workers’ compensation community for her professio...
John Boyd chairs Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Environmental Group and practices in the areas of environmental, regulatory, administrative and general corporate law in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Columbia office. John's environmental practice includes permitting, enforcement, due diligence and risk assessment, real estate transactions, environmental audits, voluntary cleanup contracts, brownfield redevelopment and traditional issues surrounding toxic substances, hazardous and solid wast...
Reginald P. Corley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Financial Services Regulation Law and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law. Reginald P. practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Reginald P. Corley since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Reginald P. Corley is held by other lawyers.
Nick is a litigator focusing his practice in workers’ compensation defense. He has experience representing businesses, insurance companies, captives, third-party administrators and self-insured employers before the Workers’ Compensation Commission, the South Carolina Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of South Carolina. Nick serves on the planning committee for the Annual Medical Conference of the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association, and places a...
Grady focuses his practice on workers’ compensation, workers’ compensation mediation and appellate advocacy. He is a co-author of The Law of Workers’ Compensation Insurance in South Carolina, Sixth Edition, a comprehensive book analyzing this complex area of law. Grady is a Fellow in The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers and is a member of the National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network. He serves on the Board of the South Carolina Workers' Compensation...
Jarrett Coco is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law. Jarrett practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Jarrett Coco since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jarrett Coco is held by other lawyers.
J. Eric Cavanaugh is a Founder of Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, an award-winning personal injury law firm in South Carolina. Since Eric and Joe established Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC in 2017, the firm has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for victims of truck accidents , car accidents , on-the-job injuries, wrongful death , and other accident cases throughout Columbia , Charleston , Greenville, and the state of South Carolina. Eric has received numerous awards and accolades in...
Bernard F. Hawkins, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental. Bernard F. practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Bernard F. Hawkins, Jr. since 2001. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Bernard F. Hawkins, Jr. is held by other lawyers.
Explore and Learn
What AI Visibility Means for Lawyers
by Bryan Driscoll and Josh Rupall
AI tools increasingly interpret lawyers public information. Clear, consistent and credible sources help ensure they describe legal expertise accurately.
The Best Lawyers in Canada 2027: Recognizing the Nation's Top Legal Talent
by Jamilla Tabbara
Honoring established leaders and rising practitioners across Canada's legal profession.
Recognizing Legal Leaders: The 2027 Best Lawyers Awards in Australia, Japan and Singapore
by Jamilla Tabbara
Market drivers, diversity trends and the elite practitioners shaping the legal landscape.
2027 Best Lawyers Awards: Honoring Excellence in the Legal Profession
by Jamilla Tabbara
Recognizing the outstanding attorneys leading top practice areas nationwide.
Musk v. Altman: The Lawyers Behind the Case
by Jamilla Tabbara
Meet the Trial Lawyers Shaping One of AI's Biggest Legal Disputes.
Announcing the 2027 Best Lawyers Awards: Austria, Germany and Switzerland
by Jamilla Tabbara
Celebrating the legal professionals throughout Central Europe.
The Legal Teams Behind the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni Settlement
by Grace Greer
A closer look at the legal teams and attorneys involved in the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni litigation and its resolution.
The Best Lawyers in France 2027: Peer-Reviewed Excellence
by Jamilla Tabbara
Seventeen editions of peer trust, a growing profession and a dynamic legal market.
Rules on Gifting Money to Family: What to Know
by Bryan Driscoll
Generosity often runs ahead of paperwork. Here's how to give to loved ones without surprising the IRS, your estate plan or your relationships.