Charles Harry McDonald

Charles Harry McDonald: Attorney with Belser Law Firm
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Biography

Chuck’s law practice focuses on serving clients in the construction industry. Chuck received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University in 1988. Prior to entering law school, Chuck worked as a project manager for several construction firms in Greenville, South Carolina gaining a wealth of practical experience. Chuck graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1996 with honors and has practiced continuously in Columbia since that time. Chuck is a member of the South Carolina Bar Construction Law Section having served on its executive committee for a number of years and as chairperson of the Section. He is also a member of the American Bar Association’s Forum on the Construction Industry.

For many years, Chuck maintained a diverse construction law practice where he represented many different public and private owners, design professionals, contractors and suppliers. Through these many and varied engagements, Chuck gained significant experience in the prosecution and defense of construction claims including those involving mechanic’s liens and payment bonds. Chuck has also represented clients in engineering and architectural malpractice claims, product defect claims, toxic mold claims, and business torts such as libel, interference with contractual relations, and unfair trade practice claims. He has significant trial experience in both state and federal court and has represented clients in contested matters before governmental agencies and hearing officers. In addition, Chuck has represented clients in many arbitration hearings over the years.

Feeling the need for change, and wanting to pursue a more creative and flexible way of serving his clients, Chuck left large firm practice behind and affiliated with the Belser firm in March of 2017. Chuck’s practice now focuses on three primary areas: (1) serving as outside general counsel to a select group of clients in the construction industry; (2) representing clients in litigation matters and advising on matters of significant importance to the client’s interests; and (3) advocating for the rights of individual consumers in the residential construction and home mortgage markets by pursuing individual and class action cases against large homebuilders and mortgage lenders. Recognizing that the traditional hourly billing model is often not in the best interest of his clients, Chuck encourages the use of flat fee agreements, contingency fee agreements, or other alternative fee arrangements to best suit his client’s needs.

Member, Editorial Board, Environmental Law Journal, 1994-1996.
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Areas of Practice (3)

  • Construction Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution

Education & Credentials

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 96, Columbia, SC 29201
University Attended:
Clemson University, B.S., 1988
Law School Attended:
University of South Carolina School of Law, 1996
Year of First Admission:
1996
Admission:
1996, South Carolina
Memberships:
American Bar Associations; South Carolina Bar.
Birth Information:
Hartsville, South Carolina, December 3, 1965
ISLN:
910257389

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Fixed Hourly Rates
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Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (40 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/24/13 in Construction Claims

    Chuck McDonald is a very fine lawyer. I have enjoyed working with and against him in a number of cases and am always impressed with his analytical skills and judgment.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/12/13 in Construction Law

    One of best construction lawyers I have work with in my 37 years of practice. He brings all the skills to the table and he is the consumate professional

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 06/28/13 in Contract Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 06/28/13 in General Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/24/13 in Construction Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 06/21/13 in Construction Litigation

    I have also used Mr. McDonald as a mediator. A fine fellow.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/17/13 in Construction Law

    Chuck is an outstanding lawyer, easy to get along with, zealous advocate for his client and reasonable. He is also a very good lawyer in trial

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 06/14/13 in Construction Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/13/13 in Construction Law

    I have tried cases against Mr. McDonald and he is trustworthy but a fierce advocate. Very good construction lawyer and well known in the construction law bar in SC

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/13/13 in Construction Law

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839-213-5586  Phone

803-744-1541  Fax

www.robinsonlaw.com

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