O. Grady Query

O. Grady Query, ADR Attorney in Charleston, South Carolina

Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business

PrincipalatQuery Sautter & Associates

Charleston, SC

Practicing adr in Charleston since 1971.

55+
Years practicing
3
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O. Grady Query is a principal based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. O. has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Query Sautter & Associates.

Based in
Charleston, SC
Experience
over 55 years
Known for
ADR · Appellate · Business
  • Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Charleston, SC.
  • Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About O. Grady Query: O. Grady Query is a principal based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. O. has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Query Sautter & Associates.

Areas of practice

Legal matters O. takes on

O. concentrates on adr, appellate, business, contracts, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case O. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Charleston, South Carolina

O. takes adr matters in Charleston, 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 O. agrees to represent you.

Appellate cases in Charleston, South Carolina

O. takes appellate matters in Charleston, 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 O. agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Charleston, South Carolina

O. takes business matters in Charleston, 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 O. agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Charleston, South Carolina

O. takes contracts matters in Charleston, 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 O. agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Charleston, South Carolina

O. takes criminal defense matters in Charleston, 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 O. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet O. Grady Query — adr lawyer in Charleston

O. Grady Query is a principal based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. O. has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Query Sautter & Associates.

Mr. O. Grady Query is a lawyer practicing contract law, corporations' law, criminal law and 10 other areas of law. O. received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, and has been licensed for 55 years. O. practices at Query Sautter & Associates in Charleston, SC.

O.'s approach to adr cases

Mr. O. Grady Query is a lawyer practicing contract law, corporations' law, criminal law and 10 other areas of law. O. received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, and has been licensed for 55 years. O. practices at Query Sautter & Associates in Charleston, SC.

The kind of cases O. takes

O. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Charleston and the surrounding South Carolina area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina

    J.D. · 1971

  • University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina B.S. Biology and Psychology

Jurisdictions

O.'s state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1979 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court

    1973 · ACTIVE

  • South Carolina

    1971 · ACTIVE

O. studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina and — in University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina B.S. Biology and Psychology.

Law school and academic background

O. completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina and — in University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina B.S. Biology and Psychology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice O. runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

O.'s professional memberships and bar associations

  • South Carolina Bar Charleston County Bar

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Locations

O. Grady Query's office in Charleston

O.'s primary office is at The Wappoo Centre, 147 Wappoo Creek Drive, Suite 202, Charleston, SC, 29412. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Query Sautter & Associates

The Wappoo Centre, 147 Wappoo Creek Drive, Suite 202

Charleston, SC 29412

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Hiring guide

How to hire O. Grady Query — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Charleston, South Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 O.

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. O. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about O. Grady Query

  • How much does it cost to hire O. for a adr case?

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

  • Does O. offer a free consultation?

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

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

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

  • Can O. take my case if I'm outside Charleston?

    O. 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 — O. 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 O.?

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

  • Is O. accepting new adr clients right now?

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

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Charleston, Columbia and Greenville in South Carolina

O. handles adr matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

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