Business Law in South Carolina

South Carolina ( SC)

Average: $3,200

Last Updated: Mar 2026

Low Estimate

$1,000

Simple / Uncontested Cases

Average Cost

                        $3,200                    
Typical
                        Business Law Case
                    

High Estimate

$13,000

Complex / Contested Cases

Cost Component	Low	Average	High
Attorney Hourly Rate	$175/hr	$250/hr	$400/hr
Total Cost Estimate	$1,000	$3,200	$13,000
Court Filing Fee	$110

What to Know About Business Law Costs in South Carolina

South Carolina LLC formation costs $110 with no annual report requirement. Attorney fees range $1,000-$2,500. South Carolina has a 5% corporate income tax with no franchise tax for LLCs. The state's business-friendly climate has attracted major employers including BMW, Boeing, Volvo, and Samsung. SC Commerce offers extensive incentive programs including job development credits and fee-in-lieu-of-tax arrangements. Right-to-work status and low unionization rates attract manufacturing investment.

Sources: State Secretary of State (SC), MyLLC.com 2025