Practice Areas

Real estate law is one of the pillars of our practice at McLain & Associates in Florence, South Carolina. Our real estate practice includes commercial and residential transactions, real estate brokerage law, bank representation, and counseling buyers, sellers and land developers. Our clients include individuals and businesses, commercial and residential developers, contractors, closing companies, property managers, community associations, resorts, landlords, and real estate agents and brokerages.

Estate planning is one of the most important steps any person can take. Planning for your estate will ensure that your final property and health care wishes are honored, and that loved ones are provided for in your absence. McLain & Associates can help make sure your final wishes are in order, and to make sure that a comprehensive estate plan is put in place to resolve any number of legal questions that may arise whenever someone passes.

At the law firm of McLain & Associates, we provide small and mid-sized South Carolina businesses with comprehensive, reliable and cost-effective legal advice and representation. For a free consultation about our ability to serve as your general counsel or to resolve a particular legal issue, contact our office in South Carolina.

We currently serve as the Marion county attorney. We have held this position for over 10 years.

About Our Firm

For over 17 years, McLain & Associates, LLC has practiced Residential and Commercial Real Estate Law in the Pee Dee and throughout South Carolina.

Charles L. "Chuck" McLain, III

University of South CarolinaJuris Doctor, 2001 Francis Marion UniversityBachelor of Arts (Political Science), 1994

McLain & Associates, LLCAttorney; Shareholder Represent clients, from individuals to large local and regional companies in a variety of transactional matters including commercial transactions, corporate matters, land use, and commercial and residential real estate matters. April 2006 until Present Marion CountyCounty Attorney Represent the County of Marion in all governmental matters excluding civil litigation. March 2008 until Present Aiken BridgesAttorney; Associate Represented clients, from individuals to large local and regional companies in a variety of transactional matters including commercial transactions, corporate matters, land use, and commercial and residential real estate matters. February 2003 until April 2006 White & WhiteAttorney; Associate Represented clients, from individuals to small companies in a variety of transactional matters including commercial transactions, corporate matters, land use, and commercial and residential real estate matters. May 2002 until February 2003 The Honorable James E. Brogdon, Jr.Law Clerk Assisted Judge Brogdon in all matters including, legal research, drafting, scheduling, and lawyer and judge liaison. August 2001 until May 2002

Supreme Court of South Carolina

Florence County Bar Association, Member Marion County Bar Association, Member and President 2005 – 2011 American Bar Association, Member Marion County Board of Zoning Appeals, Past Member Realtor Association of the Greater Pee Dee, Member and Preferred Service Provider Realtor Association of the Greater Pee Dee, Past Board Counsel South Carolina Home Builders Association, Member Ducks Unlimited, Member and Bronze Sponsor South Carolina Waterfowl Association, Life Member and Chapter Chairman 2007 - 2011 Coastal Conservation Association, Member National Rifle Association, Member Pee Dee Academy - Board Member 2011-2017 Realtor Association of the Greater Pee Dee - 2018 Affiliate of the Year Marion County attorney 2008 - Current

Our Team

You've found the right home,now choose the right closing attorney.

We make closings easy!

Commercial & Residential Real Estate Law

At McLain & Associates, LLC we use in-depth knowledge in a broad range of practice areas to achieve exceptional results for our clients. Managing the legal matters that affect businesses and individuals, we bring a multidisciplinary approach to the practice of law. Working as a team, our Florence South Carolina, law firm creates solutions to even the most complex legal challenges. Scheduling an Appointment To set an appointment with our firm for your real estate matter, just call us at (843) 661-7373.

Charles I. "Chuck" McLain, III, Esq

Over 17 years assisting clients in real estate legal matters.

Our firm is committed to providing exemplary service to our clients.

We are always available to address client questions and concerns.

We always maintain open communication with our clients.