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Biography
David Pearlman has lived in Charleston, South Carolina all his life and spent his entire life observing the dignity and respect of the law thanks to his father. David’s father, the Honorable Gus H. Pearlman, was Probate Judge for Charleston County for 35 years. “He taught me that everybody deserves respect, dignity, and equal justice no matter their background.”
David attended the University of Georgia and George Washington University. He obtained his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law and joined the Steinberg Law Firm in 1976 following his law school graduation. Four years later, he became Partner at Steinberg Law Firm.
David has been a member of the South Carolina Bar Association for over 45 years. He has won landmark cases before the South Carolina Court of Appeals and the South Carolina Supreme Court. He also served as an adjunct professor of Workers’ Compensation Law at the Charleston School of Law. David is an avid member of multiple legal associations. He is on the Executive Board for the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group, is the Legislative Chairman for Injured Workers’ Advocates, and is a past chairman of the Workers’ Compensation section of the Charleston County Bar Association.
He has been named to the Super Lawyers list for 15 years in a row (2008-2022) and has been included in the Best Lawyers in America publication for Workers’ Compensation Law-Claimants for 17 years straight (2005-2022). His other notable awards and honors include the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award (2022), a Top 10 Workers’ Compensation Attorney by Attorney & Practice (2022), a Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney by Best of the Best Attorneys (2021), a South Carolina Leadership in Law honoree (2017), and the Charleston, SC Lawyer of the Year: Workers’ Compensation by Best Lawyers in 2011.
David is not only highly respected by his peers but is deeply loved by his staff because of his sincere and remarkable character. His passion and heart for people is why he is the right lawyer for you.
David and his wife, Janet, live on Sullivan’s Island and have two children, both of whom have followed in his footsteps and are attorneys as well.
Whether you have been hurt at work, at home, or on the road, we can help you protect your rights!
Whether you have been hurt at work, at home, or on the road, we can help you protect your rights!
Whether you have been hurt at work, at home, or on the road, we can help you protect your rights!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
50%
Personal Injury
15%
Wrongful Death
15%
Car Accident
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022
Licenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 49 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Location
Steinberg Law Firm
(843) 722-1190
Fax
61 Broad Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
steinberglawfirm.com/attorney/david-t-pearlman/Steinberg Law Firm - Goose Creek
(843) 572-1871
Fax
118 Goose Creek Blvd S, Goose Creek, SC, 29445
steinberglawfirm.com/attorney/david-t-pearlman/Steinberg Law Firm - Summerville
(843) 871-8565
Fax
103 Grandview Drive, Summerville, SC, 29483
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David T. Pearlman's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 14 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Javon | February 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thorough.
I contacted the Stienberg law firm a couple days after being severely burned on the job. After being mis-diagnosed and clearly mistreated by my employers care providers I knew I would need some "know-how" and guidance in my corner. From the very first interaction Mr. Pearlman and his staff, ...
Posted by Burney OCain | January 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
One of the best Workmans Compensation
David is a very professional and is regarded by other attorneys as one of the best in Workmans Compensation. My claims company was terrible, and David leveraged this into a settlement that exceeded both of our expectations.
Posted by Pam | September 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very attentive to my needs
The whole staff seemed to genuinely care about me and my health. That made all the difference in the world to me!
Posted by Jeffrey S Quinn Sr. | September 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wcc case he helped me with.
Mr Pearlman was very straight forward with me about my case and the roads we had to go down to get there. My case was not easy from the get go, I got hurt and my employer thought he had insurance but it lapsed which is why it was a complicated case. Then COVID hit and the wheels stopped rolling for a...
Posted by J.H.D. | July 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing and Diligent
David, Shannon, Winnie, We’re amazing to address my work related injuries that were being denied. Extremely responsive team that gets the job done.
David T. Pearlman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"David is a lawyer's lawyer. He works extremely hard and his knowledge of our workers' compensation system is unparallelled. We have worked together as co-counsel on several cases and we've also worked on issues affecting the entire workers' compensation bar in South Carolina. His passion for helping injured workers is inspiring. It is truly his life's calling. I am proud to count him as a friend."
"David is the best attorney in town and I would highly recommend him to anyone. I endorse this lawyer."
"David is one of the top workers compensation attorneys in South Carolina. I have spoken to former clients of his (for other legal matters). They all sign David's praises, both for his competence and empathy."
Taylor Grooms
Personal injury lawyer
Catherine Meehan
Workers compensation lawyer
Thomas White
Workers compensation lawyer
Benjamin Akery
Workers compensation lawyer
Ryan LeBlanc
Workers compensation lawyer
Mark Joye
Personal injury lawyer
Kelly Alfreds
Workers compensation lawyer
Kenneth Harrell
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
Workers' Compensation Law-Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
Top 10 Workers' Compensation Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2022
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys
2021
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer
2020
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Honoree, SC Leadership in Law Awards
2017
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2013
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Chas. Lawyer of the Year Workers Comp (claimants), US News/Best Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Leadership in Law, South Carolina Lawyers Weekly
2011
Charleston, SC Lawyer of the Year: Workers Compensation, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Recognition for Outstanding Leadership and Dedication, Injured Workers' Advocate
2006
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants, Best Lawyers in America
Work Experience
1980 - Present
Partner, Steinberg Law Firm, LLP
2009 - 2011
Adjunct Professor of Workers' Compensation Law, Charleston School Of Law
1976 - 1980
Associate, Steinberg Law Firm, LLP
Associations
2010 - Present
Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy GroupExecutive Board
2004 - Present
Injured Workers' AdvocatesLegislative Chairman
Charleston County Bar Association
Past Chairman, Workers' Compensation Section
South Carolina Injured Workers Advocates
Legislative Chair
South Carolina Association for Justice
Past Chair, Past Chairman of Workers' Compensation Section
Charleston County Bar Association
Past Chairman, Workers' Compensation Section
Injured Workers' Advocates
Former Executive Board Member
American Association for Justice
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Committee to Establish Mediation in South Carolina by the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission
Member
Committee to Establish Commuted Value Table by South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
David T. Pearlman Obtains $550K Settlement Award in South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Case Using New Medical Technology
$550,000
Case Result: $3 Million Workers’ Compensation Settlement for 16-Year-Old Worker
Education
1976
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
George Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Workers' Compensation Symposium
Brain and Mental Injuries
2007
Annual Educational Conference on Workers' Compensation
Presentation: Workers' Compensation Reform in South Carolina
N/A
Guest lectures
Workers' Compensation
N/A
CLE Seminars
Workers' Compensation
Languages
English
Spanish