Kaye Hearn, Appellate Attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Litigation
Greenville, SC
Practicing appellate in Greenville since 1977.
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Kaye Hearn is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Kaye has over 49 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Litigation
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Litigation matters from Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).
About Kaye Hearn: Kaye Hearn is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Kaye has over 49 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kaye Hearn
Kaye concentrates on appellate, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kaye handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Kaye takes appellate 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 Kaye agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Kaye 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 Kaye agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Kaye 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 Kaye agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kaye Hearn — Over 49 years of South Carolina appellate experience
Kaye Hearn is an attorney based in Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Kaye has over 49 years of legal experience.
Kaye Hearn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation.
Kaye, who practices law in Greenville, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kaye is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kaye's approach to appellate cases
Kaye Hearn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Kaye, who practices law in Greenville, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kaye is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Clients Kaye works with
Kaye reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and litigation matters in Greenville and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Kaye Hearn's legal education and bar admissions
The University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1977
The University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1977
The University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1977
The University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Kaye's state bar admissions
South Carolina, Sout
1977 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
1977 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
1977 · ACTIVE
South Carolina, Sout
1977 · ACTIVE
Kaye studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law, and J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Kaye completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law, and 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 Kaye runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kaye Hearn
Kaye has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
Kaye Hearn's office in Greenville
Kaye's primary office is at 200 East Broad Street, Suite 400, Greenville, South Carolina, 29601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kaye Hearn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kaye usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kaye charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kaye'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; Kaye will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Kaye
Kaye discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Kaye confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kaye's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kaye Hearn
How much does it cost to hire Kaye for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kaye walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kaye offer a free consultation?
Kaye charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kaye's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Kaye's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Kaye gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kaye take my case if I'm outside Greenville?
Kaye 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 — Kaye 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 Kaye?
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. Kaye will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kaye accepting new appellate clients right now?
Kaye's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Greenville, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina
Kaye handles appellate matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 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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