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J. Calhoun Watson

Recognized by Best Lawyers® since 2008.
1310 Gadsden Street, P.O. Box 11449 Columbia, South Carolina 29211
(803) 929-1400
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Firm: Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC
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Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC


Years In Practice


Phone Number (803) 929-1400

Cal is a litigator with experience in complex business and insurance disputes, class actions, and professional liability and ethics. During his 30 years of practice, Cal has represented numerous individuals, local and national businesses, partnerships, insurance companies, and financial institutions. Named by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly as 2015 Lawyer of the Year, Cal has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Chambers USA. Active in the South Carolina Bar, Cal has served as President of the South Carolina Bar, President of the South Carolina Bar Foundation, and President of the John Belton O’Neall Inn of Court. Cal is the managing member of the firm.

ADMISSIONS

  • South Carolina Bar
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina

EDUCATION

  • University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., cum laude (1987) - Order of the Coif, Order of the Wig and Robe, Student Works Editor of the South Carolina Law Review, Legal Writing Instructor (1986-1987)
  • Wofford College, B.A., summa cum laude (1984) - Phi Beta Kappa, President of the Student Body

JUDICIAL CLERKSHIPS

  • The Honorable Robert F. Chapman, Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit (1987-1988)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Bar Association
  • Richland County Bar Association
  • South Carolina Bar - President (2014-2015), Board of Governors (1998-2000, 2009-2016), House of Delegates (1997-present), Conventions Committee (2003-2008), Nominating Committee (2001-2004), Long Range Planning Committee (2000-2001), President, Young Lawyers Division (1997-1998), Member, Long Range Planning Committee, Young Lawyers Division (1995-1996)
  • South Carolina Bar Foundation - President (2006-2007), Member, Board of Directors (2000-2008)
  • International Association of Defense Counsel - Chair, Professional Liability Committee (2016-2018), Chair, Professional Liability Roundtable (2017-2019), Chair, Technology Committee (2010-2012), Chair, Website Task Force
  • National Conference of Bar Presidents (2014-present) - Member, Communications Committee (2014)
  • John Belton O'Neall Inn of Court - President (2010-2011)
  • Fellow, American Bar Foundation (2014-present)
  • Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America (2014-present)
  • South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys' Association (1996-present)
  • Defense Research Institute (1996-present)
  • Southern Conference of Bar Presidents (2014-present)
  • Claims & Litigation Management Alliance
  • Access to Justice Commission (2006-2012)
  • South Carolina Lawyer Magazine - Member, Editorial Board (2000-2007)
  • Supreme Court of South Carolina Certified Mediator

PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

  • Panelist, "Legal Ethics: 10 Hot Topics in Conflicts of Interest" webinar presented by Attorney Protective (July 25, 2018)

AWARDS

  • South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law Awards Lawyer of the Year (2015)
  • Best Lawyers in America - Bet-the-Company Litigation (2010-2020), Lawyer of the Year (2016), Commercial Litigation (2008-2020), Professional Malpractice Law, Defendants (2008-2020)
  • South Carolina "Super Lawyer" - Professional Liability Defense (2010-2012), Business Litigation (2008-2018)
  • Chambers U.S.A. America’s Leading Lawyers for Business (2009-2017)
  • Litigation Special Report Top Rated Lawyer in Commercial Litigation (2012)
  • Historic Columbia Innovative Leadership Award (2010)
  • USC Law School Alumni Association Compleat Lawyer Award Silver Medallion (2001)
What legal services does this lawyer offer?
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Awards
Lawyer of the Year recognition for J. Calhoun Watson
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
Bet-the-Company Litigation, Columbia, SC (2015)
Languages
English
Contact Details and Office Locations
Other: (803) 929-1400
1310 Gadsden Street, P.O. Box 11449
Columbia, South Carolina 29211
Columbia, South Carolina 29211
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