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Duffie Powers, Bankruptcy Attorney in Greenville, South Carolina

focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction

Greenville, SC

Trusted bankruptcy attorney serving Greenville.

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Duffie Powers is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction.

Based in
Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Bankruptcy · Business · Construction
  • Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction matters from Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026).

About Duffie Powers: Duffie Powers is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Duffie Powers

Duffie concentrates on bankruptcy, business, construction, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Duffie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Duffie takes bankruptcy matters in Greenville, 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 Duffie agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Duffie takes business matters in Greenville, 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 Duffie agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Duffie takes construction matters in Greenville, 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 Duffie agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Greenville, South Carolina

Duffie takes litigation matters in Greenville, 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 Duffie agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Duffie Powers — Attorney of South Carolina bankruptcy experience

Duffie Powers is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction.

Duffie Powers is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction.

Duffie, who practices law in Greenville, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Duffie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Duffie on a bankruptcy matter

Duffie Powers is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Duffie, who practices law in Greenville, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the…

Who Duffie represents

Duffie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and construction matters in Greenville and the surrounding South Carolina area.

Credentials

Duffie Powers's legal education and bar admissions

  • The University of South Carolina School of Law

    J.D. · 2005

Duffie studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Duffie completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Duffie runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Duffie Powers

Duffie has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).

Locations

Duffie Powers's office in Greenville

Duffie's primary office is at 55 Beattie Place, Suite 1200, Greenville, South Carolina, 29601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

55 Beattie Place, Suite 1200

Greenville, South Carolina 29601

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Hiring guide

How to hire Duffie Powers — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Duffie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Duffie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Duffie'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; Duffie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Greenville, South Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 Duffie

Duffie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy 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. Duffie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Duffie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Duffie Powers

  • How much does it cost to hire Duffie for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Duffie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Duffie offer a free consultation?

    Duffie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Duffie's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Duffie's current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in South Carolina typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy 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. Duffie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Duffie take my case if I'm outside Greenville?

    Duffie 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 — Duffie 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 Duffie?

    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. Duffie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Duffie accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    Duffie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Bankruptcy attorneys serving Greenville, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina

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