
Chris Siercks, Personal Injury Attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
Over 6 years of legal practice
AttorneyatDerrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC
Columbia, SC
Practicing personal injury in Columbia since 2020.
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Chris Siercks is an attorney based in Columbia, SC. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Chris has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC.
- Based in
- Columbia, SC
- Experience
- over 6 years
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- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Columbia, SC.
- Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Chris Siercks: Chris Siercks is an attorney based in Columbia, SC. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Chris has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Chris Siercks
Chris concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chris handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Chris 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 Chris agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Chris Siercks — Over 6 years of South Carolina personal injury experience
Chris Siercks is an attorney based in Columbia, SC. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Chris has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC.
Chris Siercks was born and raised in a small town in Central Florida. He attended the University of Florida where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 2010. Chris enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 2012, attaining the rank of Sergeant before completing his service in 2017.
Chris enrolled at the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he served as Vice President of the Student Bar Association and Treasurer of the Veterans in Law student organization. He served as a peer mentor for new law students and was a member of the Mock Trial team. Additionally, Chris was selected as a pupil member of the John Belton O'Neall Inn of Court.
After graduating from law school in 2020, Chris served as a judicial law clerk to The Honorable Walton J. McLeod, IV, where he gained invaluable insight into the judicial process and effective courtroom advocacy.
Chris then joined a well-respected regional civil defense firm. In that role, he represented businesses and individuals through all stages of the litigation process.
In 2025, Chris joined Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, where he applies his litigation experience and military work ethic to advocate for individuals who have been injured through no fault of their own.
Outside of his legal practice, Chris serves on the Richland County Planning Commission and is an active member of his church.
If he’s not at work or volunteering, Chris is probably spending time with his family and cheering on both his alma maters – the Florida Gators and the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Chris's approach to personal injury cases
Chris Siercks was born and raised in a small town in Central Florida. He attended the University of Florida where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 2010. Chris enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 2012, attaining the rank of Sergeant before completing his service in 2017. Chris enrolled at the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he served as Vice…
The kind of cases Chris takes
Chris reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Columbia and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Chris Siercks's legal education and bar admissions
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 2020
University of Florida
B.A. Political · 2010
Jurisdictions
Chris's state bar admissions
South Carolina
2020 · ACTIVE
Chris studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Chris completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chris runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Chris Siercks's office in Columbia
Chris's primary office is at 1500 Richland Street, Suite A, Columbia, SC, 29201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC
1500 Richland Street, Suite A
Columbia, SC 29201
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How to hire Chris Siercks — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chris usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chris charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chris'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; Chris will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Chris
Chris discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Chris confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chris's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chris Siercks
How much does it cost to hire Chris for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chris walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chris offer a free consultation?
Chris charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chris's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Chris's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Chris gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chris take my case if I'm outside Columbia?
Chris 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 — Chris 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 Chris?
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. Chris will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chris accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Chris's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Columbia, Charleston and Greenville in South Carolina
Chris handles personal injury matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury 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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