Andrew P. Arnold, Business Attorney in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Litigation
Mount Pleasant, SC
Practicing business in Mount Pleasant since 2014.
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Andrew P. Arnold is an attorney based in Mount Pleasant, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Andrew has over 12 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Mount Pleasant, SOUTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Mount Pleasant, SOUTH CAROLINA.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance and Compliance Law (2026).
About Andrew P. Arnold: Andrew P. Arnold is an attorney based in Mount Pleasant, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Andrew has over 12 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Andrew's practice areas in Mount Pleasant
Andrew concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Andrew takes business matters in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Andrew takes litigation matters in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Andrew P. Arnold, business attorney serving Mount Pleasant
Andrew P. Arnold is an attorney based in Mount Pleasant, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Andrew has over 12 years of legal experience. Andrew works from Mount Pleasant, South Carolina and takes on business matters across the region.
Andrew Arnold concentrates his practice on investigating and developing securities fraud class actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, merger and acquisition litigation, and consumer fraud on behalf of institutional investors, public pension funds and individuals.
He joined Motley Rice co-founder Joe Rice in negotiations in the Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Fraud class action for consumers whose vehicles were allegedly designed to bypass regulations. The $15 billion settlement for 2.0-liter vehicles is the largest consumer auto-related consumer class action in U.S. history, and among the fastest reached of its kind.
Prior to joining Motley Rice, Andrew practiced commercial litigation and investor-state dispute settlement in the Washington, D.C. office of a large international law firm. He was recognized on the 2014 Capital Pro Bono High Honor Roll for serving 100 pro bono hours in the D.C. area. While attending the University of North Carolina School of Law, Andrew was a member of the North Carolina Law Review and served as a judicial intern for the North Carolina Court of Appeals and as a research assistant for Professor Thomas Lee Hazen, a prominent securities regulation scholar.
Andrew also has an extensive background in software development, primarily in the healthcare industry, where he designed and developed software to ensure compliance with government regulations.
* Please remember that every case is different. Any result we achieve for one client in one matter does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients.
Andrew's approach to business cases
Andrew Arnold concentrates his practice on investigating and developing securities fraud class actions , shareholder derivative lawsuits, merger and acquisition litigation, and consumer fraud on behalf of institutional investors, public pension funds and individuals. He joined Motley Rice co-founder Joe Rice in negotiations in the Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Fraud class action for consumers whose…
Clients Andrew works with
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Mount Pleasant and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Andrew studied and practices
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
J.D. · 2013
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Andrew's state bar admissions
South Carolina
2016 · ACTIVE
New York
2014 · ACTIVE
Andrew studied at J.D. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed J.D. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Andrew's legal honors and published work
Andrew has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance and Compliance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance and Compliance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).
Locations
Andrew P. Arnold's office in Mount Pleasant
Andrew's primary office is at 28 Bridgeside Boulevard, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, 29464. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Andrew P. Arnold — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andrew
Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrew P. Arnold
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrew offer a free consultation?
Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Mount Pleasant?
Andrew is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andrew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Andrew?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrew accepting new business clients right now?
Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Mount Pleasant, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina
Andrew handles business matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
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- Spartanburg583 attorneys
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- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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