J. Michael DeTreville

J. Michael DeTreville

also known as J. Michael DeTreville

3.7
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Charleston, SC
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

306 Gamecock Ave, Charleston, SC

About J.

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 20 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2005

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

DeTreville Law & Mediation, LLC

306 Gamecock Ave, Charleston, SC, 29407

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J. Michael DeTreville's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dan | June 01, 2023

I have known Mike DeTrevile for 30 years...

I am a colleague and fellow attorney of Mr. DeTreville's as well as someone who has known him for thirty years. I am an attorney practicing in VA and I have referred several potential clients who needed assistance in SC to Michael. I have never heard a complaint from any of those referrals about hi...s services. If I was in a tough situation in South Carolina and needed an attorney, Mike DeTreville is the first, and only, call I would need to make. Beyond that, as an acquaintance I can personally vouch for Mike's character and honesty.

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Took our retainer, started to do some work and then disappeared

That pretty much sums it up. Made numerous calls to the office and heard every excuse as to why he simply could not pick up the phone and tell us what was going on with our case. He even missed some very important deadlines that ended up costing us more money and grief. This behavior as an attorney i...s unacceptable. Took another few months to get our retainer back. Hopefully he will get his act together.

Posted by Rachel | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Gentle and Tough!!!

It is with great pleasure that I give Mr. Michael DeTreville an outstanding 5-star review. Michael represented me in a serious custody issue when I learned my children's father was under the influence of narcotics while our children were in his care. While DSS was involved and helpful, I needed a ...dedicated, strong child advocacy lawyer and was referred to Mr. Detreville. In order to ensure the children's safety and well-being, our family needed to secure sole custody in our current home, where both my husband and I can care for and attend to their physical and emotional needs. Mr. Detreville and his staff were committed to protecting the children and through skillful negotiation managed to secure sole custody to me and my husband with ample child support. He was masterful in his craft, remained steadfast in his negotiating with my ex-husband's attorney, and mediated a successful outcome for our children. I had a great feeling about Michael from the first time that I met him. His paralegal Carole is a delight to communicate with too. She is charming and caring. Michael is knowledgeable, honest, and very effective at his craft. He's gentle and tough all at the same time. I genuinely believe he cares about his clients. My experience with Michael is that he is an outstanding lawyer and person.

Posted by Ashley St. Onge | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

As a young individual who has never been in trouble with the law before, this process of going through divorce and court was very scary for me. Mr. DeTreville walked me through the whole process and calmed me down when I was worried and concerned about going to court for my first divorce. He had the ...experience of many divorces and knew actually what to say and what to expect at this time of need. It was, however, hard to get ahold of Mr. DeTreville at times, but same went for me at the beginning due to being busy, so I can understand. Thank you for getting me through this rough and tough time in my life. I never could've done this alone. Thank you so very much.

Posted by Anthoney Fralix | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

he screwed me badly

he asked for everything i had to do with my chuld so i did...hes paralegal and him gave the gal papers she should have never received... they stole 4 grand from me and did. nothing to correcrt it... i even have a letrer from him stating the same as I have mentioned.. this will be deleted as he bloc...ks them all from me

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J. Michael DeTreville's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Harvill

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is one of the smartest people I have ever met. I have known him for over 20 years on a personal basis as well as a professional basis. I recommend every inquiry that I receive that is based in South Carolina to Mike DeTreville. I highly recommend his services."

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Julianne Stokes

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an excellent attorney to whom I refer cases when I can."

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Thomas Nelson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is one of the first people I call when I have an unusual or difficult situation and need creative ideas for a solution."

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Dannitte Dickey

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known him since law school, and I offer my most enthusiastic endorsement. Since starting his own practice, Mr. DeTreville has cultivated a reputation as a smart, thorough, and creative litigator whose calm demeanor and level-headed approach to the process serves him and his clients very well. Highly recommended."

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John Jackson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse J. DeTreville. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brian McElreath

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Jackson

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Daniel Harvill

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Patricia Detreville

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J. Benjamin Stevens

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Thomas Nelson

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Julianne Stokes

Divorce and separation lawyer

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William Watkins

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Contributor, Divorce, Avvo

2005

CALI Award, Products Liability, University of South Carolina

2005

Luther Lee Scholar, University of South Carolina

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Member, DeTreville Law & Mediation, LLC

2005 - 2011

Associate, Patricia O. DeTreville, PA

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Richardson Patrick Westbrook and Brickman

2003 - 2003

Law Clerk, Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms, LLC

Associations

2011 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2005 - Present

Charleston County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bennett v. Rector, 389 S.C. 274 (Ct.App. 2010)

Affirmed trial verdict for client.

Davis v. Davis, 372 S.C 64 (Ct.App. 2006)

Verdict for Plaintiff affirmed.

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Education

2005

University of South Carolina

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of South Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Guardian ad Litem Luncheon

10 Common Complaints About Guardians and How to Avoid Them

Publications

2010

South Carolina Trial Objections Manual Assistant Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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