
Custis Moore Byars, Business Attorney in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Real Estate · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratBuist Byars & Taylor LLC
Mount Pleasant, SC
Practicing business in Mount Pleasant since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Custis Moore Byars is a managing partner based in Mount Pleasant, SC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Real Estate. Custis has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Buist Byars & Taylor LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Mount Pleasant, SC
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Real Estate
- Handles Business, General, and Real Estate matters from Mount Pleasant, SC.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Custis Moore Byars: Custis Moore Byars is a managing partner based in Mount Pleasant, SC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Real Estate. Custis has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Buist Byars & Taylor LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Custis takes on
Custis concentrates on business, general, real estate, residential, and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Custis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Custis 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 Custis agrees to represent you.
General cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Custis 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 Custis agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Custis takes real estate 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 Custis agrees to represent you.
Residential cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Custis takes residential 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 Custis agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Custis takes tax 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 Custis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Custis Moore Byars — business lawyer in Mount Pleasant
Custis Moore Byars is a managing partner based in Mount Pleasant, SC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Real Estate. Custis has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Buist Byars & Taylor LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Custis Moore Byars is a lawyer practicing closings, residential real estate, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Custis received a B.A. degree from College of Charleston in 1987, and has been licensed for 28 years. Custis practices at Buist Byars & Taylor LLC in Mount Pleasant, SC and 1 other location.
Working with Custis on a business matter
Mr. Custis Moore Byars is a lawyer practicing closings, residential real estate, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Custis received a B.A. degree from College of Charleston in 1987, and has been licensed for 28 years. Custis practices at Buist Byars & Taylor LLC in Mount Pleasant, SC and 1 other location.
Clients Custis works with
Custis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and real estate matters in Mount Pleasant and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of South Carolina
J.D. · 1998
College of Charleston
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Custis's state bar admissions
South Carolina
1998 · ACTIVE
Custis studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina and B.A. in College of Charleston.
Law school and academic background
Custis completed J.D. in University of South Carolina and B.A. in College of Charleston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Custis runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Custis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Custis's professional memberships and bar associations
South Carolina Bar Association
membership
Locations
Custis Moore Byars's office in Mount Pleasant
Custis's primary office is at 652 Coleman Boulevard, Suite 200, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464-4061. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Buist Byars & Taylor LLC
652 Coleman Boulevard, Suite 200
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464-4061
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Client reviews of Custis Moore Byars — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Custis. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Mount Pleasant.
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How to hire Custis Moore Byars — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Custis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Custis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Custis'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; Custis 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 Custis
Custis 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. Custis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Custis'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 Custis Moore Byars
How much does it cost to hire Custis for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Custis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Custis offer a free consultation?
Custis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Custis's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Custis'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. Custis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Custis take my case if I'm outside Mount Pleasant?
Custis 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 — Custis 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 Custis?
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. Custis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Custis accepting new business clients right now?
Custis'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
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- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
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- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
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