Karen R. McManaway

Karen R. McManaway

4.1
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Greenville, SC
Practice Areas: Family, Elder Law, Personal Injury ... +2 more

819 E North St, Greenville, SC

About Karen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Divorces, marital agreements, child visitation, child custody, child support, alimony and child support modifications, name change, order of protection, certified family court mediator, prenuptials, grandparents rights, contempt issues

19 years

50%
Elder Law 15%

Power of attorney, Last Will and Testament, Living Wills, Heath care power of attorney, Last Will and Testament contest, Financial exploitation of vulnerable adults

19 years

15%
Personal Injury 15%

Car accidents, Truck accidents, Moped accidents, Motorcycle accidents, Slip and fall, Nursing home abuse, and medical malpractice

16 years

15%
Adoption 10%

Step-parent and grandparent adoptions

19 years

10%
Guardianship 10%

Guardianship and conservators for protected persons

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 18 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

McManaway Law, LLC

819 E North St, Greenville, SC, 29601-3101

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Karen R. McManaway's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Kathryn | August 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic Lawyer

She was my divorce lawyer and I had no issues with her service. She is reasonably priced and keeps you informed with what is going on with your case. She did a fantastic job at getting me what I wanted. She is witty, well dressed and organized in the courtroom. I would hire her again.

Posted by Clarence | July 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Custody Modification

I interviewed several attorneys about filing for a modification of visitation and I ended up choosing to go with Karen which was a very good choice. I was extremely nervous about the whole thing. Not only did she calm my anxiety but most importantly she helped me get everything I was asking for. I hi...ghly recommend her.

Posted by Ashley G. | May 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

unprofessional

She showed up to my divorce hearing wearing a skin tight dress that just passed her hips a item someone would wear to the club and trashy stiletto hills. She showed up unprepared and when the judge asked her questions she kept looking at me for answers. I would have been better off representing mysel...f. Her mind was on her son going to jail. She admitted that to me after the hearing, and instead of apologizing for making us loose the hearing ( I supplied her with PLENTY of evidence weeks prior to the court date) her response was "you married him".

Posted by Lindsay | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Integrity / ethical practices questionable

McManaway was hired for a child custody relocation case (2015). She was successful in winning the second temporary hearing granting the move. (Kudos) However, the pleadings stated child support was requested. The Judge granting the relocation forgot to address child support. Upon continuous follow...-up with McManaway she emailed stating it would've been deemed "exparte communication to address child support after the order" (that however is false). She had an obligation as counsel to file a temporary motion for "relief" to assist with this. She did not uphold her end of the contract. However, she did cash a check early for payment. She acknowledged doing so via email. After she accepted responsibility (via email in black and white) she sent the check to the Solicitor's office. The Solicitor's office was extremely nice and also saw fault on McManaway's behalf. I will not recommend her practice as I challenge her integrity and ethics. I have all the documentation supporting this

Posted by Samantha Prince | January 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Child Custody Case!

I had talked with other lawyers in the area about my child custody case and they didn't really want to take. So I meant with Mrs. Mcmanaway and right from the start I knew I wanted to hire her as my attorney. She was a blessing all the way through . Because of her I was able to gain fully custody of ...my Daughter and win my case. If you are looking for a good ATTORNEY HIRE MRS. MCMANAWAY!!!

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Karen R. McManaway's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marcus Meetze

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathan Earle

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karen is a conscientious, experienced, and dedicated attorney. I'm happy to recommend her."

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Dustin Davis

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Randy Chambers

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is a knowledgeable family court lawyer that represents her clients well."

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Nathan Earle

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Randy Chambers

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, McManaway Law, LLC

Associations

2015 - Present

Greenville County Board of Appeals

Board of Directors

2007 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

2007 - Present

Greenville County Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2012

South Carolina Woman Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2007 - 2013

Hollywild

Board of Directors

2006 - 2014

Greater Greer Rotary Club

Board Member/Member/Past President

Education

2016

University of South Carolina

Conferring Masters

2006

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Southern Indiana

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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