William Wharton Watkins
Law Offices of William Wharton Watkins Jr. • Charleston, SC
Construction DevelopmentGeneral PracticeInsurancePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(843) 994-6270
Address
Post Office Box 1200, Charleston, SC, 29402, US
Professional
About
William Wharton Watkins is a seasoned attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina, specializing in general practice, insurance defense, and personal injury law. Since his admission to the South Carolina Bar in 2005, William has dedicated his career to providing exceptional legal representation and guidance to his clients. William earned both his Bachelor of Science and Juris Doctorate degrees from the University of South Carolina, where he honed his legal expertise. He is recognized as an “AV Preeminent” rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, a testament to his high ethical standards and professional excellence in the legal community. With a strong focus on insurance defense, William has extensive experience in handling complex litigation, construction disputes, and serious personal injury cases. His background as a Surety Bond Underwriter for Travelers prior to his legal career enriches his understanding of the intricacies involved in the surety and insurance industries. Beyond his legal practice, William is committed to sharing his knowledge through teaching and writing. He has lectured on construction and surety topics for esteemed organizations, including the Carolinas Associated General Contractors and the American Bar Association’s Forum on the Construction Industry. William actively participates in various professional organizations, currently serving as president-elect of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association’s Young Lawyers and as a member of the South Carolina Bar’s Judicial Qualifications Committee. His dedication to the legal profession and community involvement makes him a respected figure in Charleston's legal landscape.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
2005 University of South Carolina School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1998 University of South Carolina BS - Bachelor of Science 1993 Woodberry Forest School High School
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2012 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2012 American Bar Association publication Construction Defects
Associations
2012 - Present Claims and Litigation Management Alliance Construction law sections 2010 - Present Charleston Metro Exchange Club Board of Directors 2007 - Present Woodberry Forest School Annual Fund Agent 2005 - Present Defense Trial Lawyers Association 2005 - Present American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry Member and Author
Speaking
2009 Surety Bonds and Mechanics Liens in South Carolina Construction Surety Bonds 2009 Contract Law in South Carolina Contract Law for Contractors 2008 What to do When Construction Projects Go Bad in South Carolina Types of Claims 2008 Surety Bonds and Mechanics Liens Performance and Payment Bonds 2007 What to do When Construction Projects Go Bad in South Carolina Surties Obligations and Rights
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Updated: Jul 28, 2026