William L. Smith II
also known as Bill Smith
About William
Biography
WIlliam "Bill" Smith is a founding partner of Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC. He concentrates his practice in workers’ compensation and mediation. Bill graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law and was admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 1984. In his years of practice, he has handled thousands of cases for injured workers. He uses his knowledge and experience in workers’ compensation to pursue justice, obtain the compensation and improve conditions for workers.
Practice Area
• Workers’ Compensation
Admitted to Practice
• South Carolina, 1984
Education
• University of South Carolina School of Law, JD, 1984
• Limestone College, BA, summa cum laude, 1981
Professional Memberships, Awards and Accomplishments
• Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group, Board of Directors
• South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association, Past President
• Past President of Injured Workers’ Advocates, 1999-2001
• Legislation Committee of South Carolina Association for Justice
• Past Chairman of the Workers’ Compensation Section of the South Carolina Bar
• South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association representing the South Carolina AFL-CIO, Board Member
• Kids Chance of South Carolina (an organization that provides scholarships to children of workers who are killed or sustain permanent disability injuries as a result of on-the-job injuries), Board of Directors
• Governor’s Advisory Committee for Workers’ Compensation
• Best Lawyers in America, Recipient
• Limestone College, Board of Trustees, 2013
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 41 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC
2801 Devine Street, Suite 300, Columbia, SC, 29205
Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC
12 Parkway Commons Way, Greer, SC, 29650
Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC
601 West Evans Street, Florence, SC, 29501
Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC
322 Laurens Street NW, Aiken, SC, 29801
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William L. Smith II's Reviews
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4 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Leonard Bouknight | August 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Bill is and still will remain one of the most reliable and friendliest dependable lawyer you'll ever encounter.
Upon hiring and reviewing my case he showed the significance of supporting and handling the case to its fullest content in which the social concern what real consiration stands for. The best hands down!!
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Appreciate
Mr. William Smith II was an excellent lawyer. He explained the process of the case and what to expect.He told me what rights I have when dealing with workmans compensation.I appreciate what he and his law firm did for me.
Posted by Bassey | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
workers Compensation
Attorney Smith made sure he followed my case every step of the way until justice was rendered to me.He is a perfect lawyer.
Posted by Sandra | February 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Workers' Compensation Attorney
If you want a lawyer that is sincere and honestly concerned for his client's welfare, you should get in contact with Mr. William L. Smith, II with Chappell, Smith & Arden. He was always there when I had questions or needed him in anyway. Let him help you too.
William L. Smith II's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is one of the top workers' comp lawyers around, and one of the nicest people you will ever meet. I have referred injured workers to him and will continue to do so."
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"I have worked as opposing counsel on cases with Bill and he is an excellent advocate and a highly skilled attorney. I highly endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Bill Smith for over 20 years, and I am proud to provide my endorsement. When I was an insurance defense attorney, I litigated cases with Bill. He was a tremendous adversary, but as importantly, he always impressed me with his genuine concern for his clients. Now that I am a plaintiff's attorney, I try to emulate his courtroom skills along with his sincere compassion. Best to you, Bill...Robert Reeves"
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Experience
Honors
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Founding Partner, Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC
1993 - 2023
Founding Attorney, Chappell Smith & Arden
Associations
2017 - Present
College of Workers' Compensation LawyersMember
2017 - Present
College of Workers' Compensation LawyersMember
2017 - Present
Workers Injury Law and Advocacy GroupTreasurer
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Legislation Committee
Chairman
Council
1999 - 2001
South Carolina Workers Compensation Claimant Attorneys AssociationPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
$2,000,000 Settlement
$1,620,000 Settlement
Education
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Workers Compensation
Languages
English