Social Security Disability

Do you know what the abbreviations AOD, DLI, and ODAR stand for? If not and you have a Social Security Disability claim, then you need the services of an attorney experienced in Social Security Disability cases.

Sam Jefcoat handles Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security (SSI) cases at all levels up through Appeals Council. Sam follows a systematic approach to the development and presentation of Social Security Disability cases. As a result, Sam has been successful in obtaining Social Security Disability benefits for hundreds of clients over the years.

Sam is a member of several professional organizations of disability law practitioners, including the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR) and the National Association of Disability Representatives (NADR). These affiliations enable Sam to keep abreast of the latest developments in Social Security Disability law.

Sam takes cases for clients living throughout the midlands and upstate of South Carolina, including Newberry, Laurens, Fairfield, Union, Saluda, Lexington, Richland, Kershaw, Greenwood, Edgefield, McCormick, Aiken, Greenville, Spartanburg, Oconee, Anderson, Cherokee, Chester, and Pickens counties.

If you have a Social Security Disability or SSI claim and need legal representation, please contact us for a free consultation regarding your case. Social Security Disability cases are handled on a contingency fee basis.

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Real Estate

In today's world, real estate is often the most valuable asset of a family. You need an experienced real estate attorney to help you navigate the sale or purchase of a significant investment.

Sam Jefcoat has practiced real estate law all his legal career. Sam handles closings big and small, from vacant lots to small starter homes to multi-million dollar commercial properties. Of course, Sam also handles closings for refinances and equity lines.

Real estate law sometimes involves going to court. Sam is well-versed in resolving title defects resulting from unadministered estates (i.e., "heir property"). Sam also has a wealth of experience with partition lawsuits (cases in which there are multiple owners of real estate and agreement cannot be reached regarding its division or disposition).

Sam is an agent for Stewart Title Guaranty Company. If you are contemplating the sale, purchase, or refinance of real estate in the midlands or upstate of South Carolina and need legal representation, please contact us for a free consultation.

Social Security Disability - Real Estate - Estate Planning - Probate - Business Formation - Family Law

Estate Planning

Someone once said "Death and Taxes are Inevitable." Like it or not, there is truth to the adage. That said, taxes can often be minimized, and what happens after your death can often be directed, with proper estate planning.

Sam Jefcoat has extensive experience with estate planning. Sam will meet with you, assess your estate planning needs, and make recommendations regarding your planning.

Your situation may be addressed by what Sam considers to be a "standard" estate plan consisting of a Last Will and Testament, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Declaration of a Desire for a Natural Death (Living Will).

Your needs may be more adequately addressed by a Revocable Trust Agreement (also known as a Living Trust).

You may need to transfer assets by means of deeds (including life estate deeds).

Regardless of your estate planning needs, Sam is well versed in the proper preparation of a wide variety of estate planning techniques. If you are considering estate planning and need legal representation, please contact us for a free consultation.

Social Security Disability - Real Estate - Estate Planning - Probate - Business Formation - Family Law

Probate

The death of a loved one can be a trying time in many ways. Often, the skills and expertise of a lawyer are necessary for the administration of an estate.

Since 1993, Sam Jefcoat has handled the probate of countless estates, both big and small. Regardless of the size of the estate, Sam's handling of the estate includes making sure all assets are properly accounted for and distributed according to law, all required paperwork is filed with the probate court, and all required tax returns filed.

Frequently, Medicaid files a claim in an estate to attempt to recover amounts paid for a deceased individual's nursing home care. There are procedures which can reduce or even eliminate these Medicaid claims.

Sometimes, "probate" law involves living people and not the dead. If an individual has not prepared a power of attorney, then it may be necessary to bring a Conservatorship and/or Guardianship proceeding in the event the individual becomes incapacitated.

No matter the nature of your particular probate issue, if you are in need of a probate attorney, please contact us for a free consultation.

Social Security Disability - Real Estate - Estate Planning - Probate - Business Formation - Family Law

Business Formation

Are you thinking of going into business? Has your CPA told you need to incorporate? Confused about whether you need a "S Corporation" or an LLC? If so, then you may need an attorney trained in the formation of business entities.

Sam Jefcoat works closely with tax preparers and other advisors to guide clients on the proper choice of business entity, and then prepares the necessary documents.

Please contact us for a free consultation.

Social Security Disability - Real Estate - Estate Planning - Probate - Business Formation - Family Law

Family Law

Divorce… Custody and Visitation… Child Support… Alimony… Words that frequently make a person's skin crawl in distaste.

Almost everyone has experienced the fallout of a marital breakup, either directly or indirectly. Anyone dealing with a family court issue should have a good family court attorney.

Sam Jefcoat has years of experience in family court and is Board Certified as a Family Court Mediator. Sam frequently serves as guardian ad litem in private custody cases. Sam also handles adoptions, a much more pleasant side of family court.

Sam now takes family court cases on a limited basis. If you are in need of family court representation, please contact us. If Sam's caseload at that point does not allow for adequate time to devote to your case, we will be happy to make a referral for you.

Social Security Disability - Real Estate - Estate Planning - Probate - Business Formation - Family Law