Thomas Guy Greaves III — Attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
Over 57 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Greenville, SC
Practicing law in Greenville since 1969.
- 57+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Thomas Guy Greaves III is an attorney based in Greenville, SC. Thomas has over 57 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Over 57 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Thomas Guy Greaves III: Thomas Guy Greaves III is an attorney based in Greenville, SC. Thomas has over 57 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Biography
About Thomas Guy Greaves III — Over 57 years of South Carolina legal experience
Thomas Guy Greaves III is an attorney based in Greenville, SC. Thomas has over 57 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Thomas Guy Greaves III is a lawyer. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Southwestern at Memphis, Rhodes College in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years. Thomas practices in Greenville, SC.
Clients Thomas works with
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Greenville and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Thomas Guy Greaves III's legal education and bar admissions
University of Alabama
J.D. · 1969
Southwestern at Memphis, Rhodes College
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1982 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1977 · ACTIVE
South Carolina
1974 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1974 · ACTIVE
Alabama
1969 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in University of Alabama and B.A. in Southwestern at Memphis, Rhodes College.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in University of Alabama and B.A. in Southwestern at Memphis, Rhodes College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Thomas Guy Greaves III
Thomas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Alabama State Bar South Carolina Bar Greenville County and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Thomas Guy Greaves III's office in Greenville
Thomas's primary office is at 105 Pine Forest Dr, Greenville, SC, 29601-4421. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Thomas Guy Greaves III — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Thomas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing legal attorneys in Greenville.
5.0
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How to hire Thomas Guy Greaves III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Guy Greaves III
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple legal 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Greenville?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new legal clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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