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4.8 /5.0
65 Client Reviews
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Raymond William Godwin
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About Raymond
Biography
In the 1980s I had the wonderful experience of becoming an adoptive parent. Erica, my older daughter, was born in 1988, and my experience with her birth mother took place over a period of four months. Although the adoption progressed smoothly,there were still many trying circumstances along the way. Approximately two and a half years later, I was blessed again to become the adoptive father to another little girl, Elizabeth, who joined our family in just three weeks.
As an adoptive parent, I can attest to the fact that the time, uncertainty, and emotional trials you will face during the adoption process are quickly forgotten once you hold your child in your arms for the first time. Because I experienced the same fears and concerns during my adoptions that you, too, may face, as your attorney I can offer you not only a unique understanding of the struggles related to your adoption but also a personal commitment to building your family through adoption.
Building Families Through Adoption For More Than 30 Years. Contact Us Today
Experienced & Compassionate Child Custody Attorney Protecting Your Parental Rights
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Adoption
85%
36 years
Family
10%
Child Custody
5%
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 43 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Raymond W. Godwin, Attorney at Law, PC
(864) 255-4342
Fax
1212 Haywood Road, Ste. 400A, Greenville, SC, 29615
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Posted by Whitney | April 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Great Experience!
Working with Ray and his team created an atmosphere of calmness, trust, and faith. They helped us from the beginning to the end, and were there every step of the way. I would recommend Ray Godwin and his team to anyone, and I have, many times.
Posted by Elizabeth | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Seamless
Ray’s and his office staff are kind , courteous and extremely knowledgeable. They respond to your emails and phone calls in a timely manner. When we had questions they always presented us with clear cut answers. Trust your instinct, his office is who you want helping you navigate this unfamiliar jou...
Posted by Christina | December 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
The greatest gift
From the first phonecall, to the day of adoption we felt the love, dedication and professionalism of Mr. Godwin, Ms. Horst and their entire team. We are forever grateful for their knowledgeable team who always kept us informed and updated. Thank you for our greatest gift!
Posted by Melissa | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Supportive and timely in all aspects!
We had the most amazing adoption experience and thoroughly enjoyed working with Ray, Lori, Marion, and the team! They are great communicators, timely in getting the ball rolling, and really held our hand through a process that can be very stressful and emotional. Paperwork was handled without difficu...
Posted by Ashley | October 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Exceptional Experience
We’ve had an exceptional experience with Ray and his team! We’re over the moon and grateful for all of the work completed to help us grow our family.
Raymond William Godwin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Mr. Godwin for 30 plus years and have worked with him on numerous cases. I have known him to be extremely knowledgeable and proficient in his area of practice and a man of great integrity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ray is skilled, ethical, and fair."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Ray in adoptions in the past 14 years. He is extremely knowledgeable and very professional."
"I endorse Raymond. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Raymond Godwin is an attorney with integrity. The area of law he has chosen to concentrate on must be handled with great care and he has proven time and again that he is the attorney to do it. His books are amazing resources for anyone considering going down the adoption path. I highly recommend Mr. Godwin."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
South Carolina Lawyers Hall of Fame, Lawyers Weekly
2010
Angels in Adoption, Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Owner, Raymond W. Godwin Attorney at Law PC
1994 - 1998
Attorney, Department Of Social Services, Division Of Legal Services
1994 - 1998
Attorney, Guardian Ad Litem Office Of The Governor
Associations
2000 - Present
Christian Legal SocietyMember
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
South Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2014
Children's Law Committee-SC Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2006
Compass of CarolinaChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Adoptive Couple v. Baby Girl (S.C. 2013) 404 S.C. 483, 746, S.E.2d 51 (aka Baby Girl Veronica Case)
Custody Awarded to Clients
Doe v. Baby Girl (S.C. 2008) 376 S.C. 267, 657 S.E.2d 455
Custody Awarded to Clients
Education
1981
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Bob Jones University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
South Carolina Bar Association
Adoption Matters
2016
B-annual Conference
Children's Records
2015
Yearly Conference
Adoption Law
2014
quarterly conference
Adoption
Publications
2005
Adams Media
The Complete Adoption Book
Languages
English