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Amber C Ward

Licensed for 6 years

Family Lawyer at Pawleys Island, SC
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

Po Box 3146, 14361 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, SC

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Licensed in South Carolina for 6 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2020

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Lane and Ward Law Firm

Po Box 3146, 14361 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, SC, 29585-3146

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2.6 /5.0

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Posted by Haven's Mom | July 24, 2025 | Child Custody

Legal Mercenary

Amber Cox Ward’s conduct during my custody case was appalling. She wasn’t just aggressive—she was dishonest, unethical, and reckless. She made a knowingly false and malicious claim that I would harm my own child. That wasn’t legal strategy; it was a calculated character attack designed to provoke fea...r and chaos. She dragged out proceedings, escalated conflict, and thrived on emotional warfare. Her tactics had nothing to do with justice or resolution—only with “winning” at any cost, no matter how much damage it did to the child, the family, or the truth. She openly encouraged her client to disregard court orders and relied on games and manipulation instead of facts or fairness. There was no effort to resolve anything—just bullying and control. And the child paid the price. Even after the case ended, she continued to monitor my social media and sent screenshots to my former attorney. That kind of obsessive post-case behavior is invasive, predatory, and entirely unethical. No one should feel stalked by opposing counsel once court is over. Amber Cox Ward doesn’t just bend the legal process—she weaponizes it. And from what I’ve learned, this wasn’t an isolated incident. Others have experienced the same toxic, bullying tactics. If you’re considering hiring her, ask yourself: Do you want someone who tears families apart, enables misconduct, and shows zero regard for what’s best for the child? And if she’s on the other side of your case, be prepared—she doesn’t fight fair. She should be held accountable. Families deserve better. The courts deserve better. Avoid this attorney at all costs.

Posted by DanaRae | April 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Amber Ward is amazing!

Amber Ward and James Costanza at Lane and Ward Law Firm in Georgetown/Pawleys Island, SC are amazing. They have went above and beyond to get my family the results we desired. They worked diligently and with confidence and compassion. I am so very pleased and delighted to have been with them when they... took my case and made history. They are such amazing individuals and I appreciate all the work they do. Thank you guys so very much. We will be forever debted to you for all your hard work.

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Still very "green"

If you have a complex case with interstate relationships, or have any other agency involved- beware. She does not know the laws that apply. She is also completely unprofessional in correspondence. Does not review documentation prior to using it for filing.

Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

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Posted by JC | December 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Family Law

Very professional, discussed all parts of the case with me. Did not try to beat around the bush and tell me things that could not be possible. Very trustworthy and honest.

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2017

Charleston School of Law

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