Brian Critzer, Business Attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
Over 9 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice
Columbia, SC
Practicing business in Columbia since 2017.
- 9+
- Years practicing
- 9
- Bar admissions
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Brian Critzer is an attorney based in Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Brian has over 9 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 9 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation · Medical Malpractice
- Handles Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice matters from Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA.
- Over 9 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Brian Critzer: Brian Critzer is an attorney based in Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Brian has over 9 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on business, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Brian takes business matters in Columbia, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Brian takes litigation matters in Columbia, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Brian takes medical malpractice matters in Columbia, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Brian takes personal injury matters in Columbia, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian Critzer — business lawyer in Columbia
Brian Critzer is an attorney based in Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Brian has over 9 years of legal experience.
Brian Critzer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
Brian, who practices law in Columbia, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Brian handles business matters
Brian Critzer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Brian, who practices law in Columbia, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brian is held by other…
The kind of cases Brian takes
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and medical malpractice matters in Columbia and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of South Carolina Upstate
J.D. · 2017
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
2017 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina Upstate.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina Upstate. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Brian Critzer's office in Columbia
Brian's primary office is at 807 Gervais Street, Suite 301, Columbia, South Carolina, 29201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian Critzer
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How to hire Brian Critzer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Columbia, 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 Brian
Brian 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian'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 Brian Critzer
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brian'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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Columbia?
Brian 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 — Brian 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 Brian?
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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new business clients right now?
Brian'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 Columbia, Charleston and Greenville in South Carolina
Brian handles business matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Spartanburg583 attorneys
- Myrtle Beach506 attorneys
- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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