Firm Overview

Buist, Byars & Taylor, LLC, is a Charleston, S.C.-based law firm that focuses on real estate, representing clients in the purchase, sale, use and development of residential and commercial properties, including real estate-related litigation and community association law. Firm attorneys have a depth of experience and guide customers through the entire real estate process with ease.

The firm preserves the values of founder Thomas G. Buist, whose family has provided legal services to the Charleston community for over 100 years. Though rooted in tradition, attorneys also employ state-of-the-art systems and technology to offer clients the best service at competitive rates. The firm holds an AV rating from the esteemed legal organization Martindale-Hubbell. An AV rating is the highest ranking, which reflects the professional accomplishments and integrity of the attorneys.

The attorneys at Buist, Byars & Taylor assist clients with a number of real estate issues, including land acquisition and development, residential and commercial closings, master planned communities, foreclosure and condemnations, tax-free exchanges and other types of real estate finance. Attorneys also represent homeowners' associations and provide counsel on the formation of corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies, and handle litigation related to property matters and estate planning.

Three locations serve North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Kiawah and Seabrook Islands and offer convenience and access for clients across the Lowcountry.

Attorney Spotlight

G. Hamlin O'Kelley

Hamlin O’Kelley manages the litigation practice for Buist, Byars & Taylor, LLC.  Hamlin practices in areas related to real property including ... » More

Latest News

10/01/08 - Mike Switzer interviews Gray Taylor

Mike Switzer interviews Gray Taylor, a LEED accredited attorney with Buist, Byars & Taylor ... » More

07/15/08 - Buist, Byars & Taylor LLC attorney Earns LEED accreditation

CHARLESTON, S.C. - Attorney Gray B. Taylor has earned the designation of LEED Accredited Professional.  ... » More

04/16/08 - Buist, Byars & Taylor Names Principals

Charleston, S.C. - Buist, Byars & Taylor, LLC, a real estate law firm based ... » More