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Joshua S. Whitley

Joshua S. Whitley is a trial lawyer representing national and regional companies in state and federal courts throughout South Carolina. His practice focuses on complex civil litigation, including high-exposure and medically intensive matters. He is also a sought-after mediator, frequently selected to resolve sophisticated disputes involving healthcare providers and corporate defendants.

Contact

jwhitley@smythwhitley.com

ph. 843-606-5633

fx. 843-654-4095

Education

  • William & Mary, J.D., 2008

    • Order of the Coif ​

    • Order of the Barristers

  • Wofford College, B.A., 2005

    • Summa Cum Laude

Admissions

  • South Carolina, 2008

  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, 2009

  • U.S. District Court, South Carolina, 2010

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About

A native of Berkeley County, Josh served three terms on Berkeley County Council. During his tenure, he chaired the Finance Committee, overseeing the County’s budget and playing a leading role in economic development initiatives. He also served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the Charleston Regional Development Alliance.

 

Josh is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate and Trustee of Wofford College. He earned his law degree from William & Mary Law School, where he was inducted into the Order of the Coif and the Order of Barristers and received national advocacy awards. Following law school, he clerked for the Honorable Dennis W. Shedd of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

 

He lives on Daniel Island with his family and their golden retrievers, Luna and Styles, who are frequent visitors to the office and known for welcoming clients and colleagues alike.

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