Carmen Sessions Scott, Civil Rights Attorney in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, General, and Health Care · 4.6/5 rating from 16 verified client reviews
MemberatMotley Rice Llc
Mount Pleasant, SC
Practicing civil rights in Mount Pleasant since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 16 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Carmen Sessions Scott is a member based in Mount Pleasant, SC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Health Care. Carmen has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Motley Rice Llc. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 16 client reviews.
- Based in
- Mount Pleasant, SC
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · General · Health Care
- Handles Civil Rights, General, and Health Care matters from Mount Pleasant, SC.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Carmen Sessions Scott: Carmen Sessions Scott is a member based in Mount Pleasant, SC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Health Care. Carmen has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Motley Rice Llc. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 16 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Carmen Sessions Scott
Carmen concentrates on civil rights, general, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carmen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Civil Rights cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Carmen takes civil rights 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 Carmen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Carmen takes general 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 Carmen agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Carmen takes health care 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 Carmen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Carmen 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 Carmen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Carmen Sessions Scott — Over 27 years of South Carolina civil rights experience
Carmen Sessions Scott is a member based in Mount Pleasant, SC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Health Care. Carmen has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Motley Rice Llc. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 16 client reviews.
With a focus on women's health and rights, Carmen Scott represents victims of harmful medical drugs and devices, medical negligence, corporate misconduct. She also represents survivors of sexual abuse and advocates for human trafficking victims who seek to hold hotel franchises and other corporate entities accountable for allegedly enabling trafficking for profit.
Carmen helps lead Motley Rice's mass tort pharmaceutical litigation by managing complex personal injury and economic recovery damages cases. She has been on the forefront of national litigation, including multidistrict litigation pending in California for thousands of women who developed severe health complications allegedly caused by Bayer Corp.’s contraceptive device Essure . She previously litigated claims involving NuvaRing, Yaz and Yasmin birth control drugs and devices, and served on the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee in In re NuvaRing Products Liability Litigation. She also served as co-lead counsel in In re Mirena Product Liability state court consolidation in New Jersey, and as co-chair of the AAJ Mirena IUD Litigation Group. She served on the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee for the multidistrict litigation In re Power Morcellator Products Liability Litigation and currently In re Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation. Carmen also represented clients in a variety of drug product matters in state and federal courts, including serving as a member of the PSC and Co-Chair of Leadership Development Committee for In re: Zantac (Ranitidine) Products Liability Litigation.
Prior to joining Motley Rice in 2005 and concentrating her efforts on the medical practice area, Carmen represented numerous clients in jury trials, working on products liability, personal injury and business cases for both plaintiffs and defendants.
Carmen is a frequent speaker on medical litigation and topics involving women's products, regularly lecturing at both legal seminars and public advocacy events on such issues as plaintiffs' rights in medical negligence and dangerous drug cases. She has been quoted in numerous national media outlets and publications, including The Associated Press, NBC News New York, Marie Claire and MotherJones.
A South Carolina native and active in the community, Carmen served as a College of Charleston alumni board member. She also proudly served on the Board of the South Carolina chapter of Make-A-Wish for many years, fundraising and promoting the organization's mission, and continues to serve as a 'wish-granter' for families. She also formerly served as a board member for the nonprofit organization Charleston County Friends of the Library.
Awards, Accolades & Recognitions
Best Lawyers
Charleston, SC
2024 “Lawyer of the Year” Product liability litigation-plaintiffs
2022 “Lawyer of the Year” Personal injury litigation-plaintiffs
2018-2026 Charleston, S.C. Personal injury litigation-plaintiffs; Product liability litigation-plaintiffs
Chambers USA
2024-2025 Product Liability: Plaintiffs - Nationwide, Band 4
2021-2023 Product Liability: Plaintiffs - Nationwide, Band 3
Super Lawyers
2015-2020 South Carolina Super Lawyers list
Personal injury - products: plaintiff; Class action/mass torts: plaintiff
2013-2014 South Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Stars list
Lawdragon
2020-2026 Lawdragon 500 Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
Human Rights
Charleston Regional Business Journal
2013 Forty Under 40
Blog Posts
March 10, 2025
Does Baby Powder Cause Cancer?
by: Carmen S. Scott
July 15, 2020
Dirty Dancing: It’s time to put J & J’s Baby Powder in the corner! Causes, Not Just Cases
by: Carmen S. Scott
December 5, 2018
Spike in drug recalls warrant the question: How can medications be made safer? Causes, Not Just Cases
by: Carmen S. Scott
News
April 6, 2026
New Depo-Provera Study Finds Link to Meningioma
by:
Kristen M. Hermiz
March 24, 2026
Rhode Island AG’s Report Finds Hundreds of Children Abused by Catholic Priest
by: Motley Rice
How Carmen handles civil rights matters
With a focus on women's health and rights, Carmen Scott represents victims of harmful medical drugs and devices, medical negligence, corporate misconduct. She also represents survivors of sexual abuse and advocates for human trafficking victims who seek to hold hotel franchises and other corporate entities accountable for allegedly enabling trafficking for profit. Carmen helps lead Motley Rice's…
Who Carmen represents
Carmen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, general, and health care matters in Mount Pleasant and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Carmen Sessions Scott's legal education and bar admissions
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1999
College of Charleston
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Carmen's state bar admissions
South Carolina
1999 · ACTIVE
Carmen studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in College of Charleston.
Law school and academic background
Carmen completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in College of Charleston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carmen runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Carmen Sessions Scott
Carmen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Carmen's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •American Association for Justice, Exchange Advisory Committee Section and Litigation Group Coordination Committee •American Bar Association •South Carolina Association for Justice •South Carolina Women Lawyers Association
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Locations
Carmen Sessions Scott's office in Mount Pleasant
Carmen's primary office is at 28 Bridgeside Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Carmen Sessions Scott — 4.6/5 rating from 16 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Carmen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in Mount Pleasant.
4.6
16 client reviews
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How to hire Carmen Sessions Scott — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carmen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carmen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carmen'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; Carmen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Carmen
Carmen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Carmen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carmen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carmen Sessions Scott
How much does it cost to hire Carmen for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carmen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carmen offer a free consultation?
Carmen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carmen's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Carmen's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Carmen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carmen take my case if I'm outside Mount Pleasant?
Carmen 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 — Carmen 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 Carmen?
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. Carmen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carmen accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Carmen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Mount Pleasant, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina
Carmen handles civil rights matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Greenville2,449 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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