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Fender Law Firm
Fender Law Firm has been a family-first practice since it was founded in 2010. Our roots run deep and date back to the Dowling & Dowling firm founded in 1941. Three generations of clients have since trusted our family to expertly lead them through some of the most challenging times in their lives. And we continue to take that responsibility to heart.

From the moment you walk through the doors of our Beaufort family law office, you're greeted with kindness, respect and sometimes even a happy dog or two. The decision to seek legal representation in resolving a family matter can feel overwhelming. You want an attorney you can count on. You need an attorney who will give it to you straight.
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As a third-generation Beaufort attorney, I am proud to call the Lowcountry of South Carolina my home. My grandfather, Joab Mauldin Dowling, was a founding member of the Dowling & Dowling Law Firm, which stood for many years in downtown Beaufort. My uncle Joab "Jojo" Dowling Jr., and my mother Jane Dowling Fender were members of the firm.
Are you looking for an experienced and compassionate family lawyer? At Fender Law Firm in Beaufort, ou can count on our law office to treat you with respect, while finding swift resolutions to all your personal and family issues. Our South Carolina firm has been in the family for three generations and we are passionate about helping people just like you find a solution for even complicated legal matters.
You've kept it together for as long as you could-for the kids, for the life you built. When the time comes to end your marriage, you need a South Carolina divorce lawyer with experience, grit and compassion. Fender Law Firm will work with you every step of the way to ensure you get what's rightfully yours so you can move forward.
For some spouses, divorce may seem like a drastic step that should not be entered into lightly. For others, they have realized that the marriage is over, but they do not meet either the fault-based requirements (adultery, drug/alcohol abuse, abandonment, or physical abuse) to file for a divorce under South Carolina law.
Child custody cases are some of the most important, yet emotional cases that clients may find themselves involved in. Child custody disputes may arise as a consequence of a divorce, a separation between unmarried parents, or during a proceeding to modify an existing custody order. At the Fender Law Firm, we recognize what is at stake in child custody disputes and we approach every one of these types of cases with a child-centered approach.
Reviews (16)
Amanda Garcia
Amanda Garcia
Nov 20, 2021
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Addison, Tracy and Bob were all working hard together as a team to help me. I had gone through two lawyers and thousands of dollars prior to finding and hiring them. Before I obtained this law firm I had been dragged through court for about three years. Muddy waters should not be allowed in my personal opinion but this team cleared things up. A lot of lawyers seem to blow smoke in order for you to obtain them but then don't follow through after hiring them. NOT these guys. They are good. They stand up and fight for you. If I had not had them in my corner, I strongly feel we wouldn't be where we
Kurt Dumond
Kurt Dumond
Sep 21, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
Natalia and her team did awesome job. Thank you for everything
Kristin Malphrus
Kristin Malphrus
Sep 16, 2021
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Wonderful law firm! They are hard working, knowledgeable and very professional. They truly care about their clients. From the beginning they were upfront about the likely outcomes of my case. I never once felt like they were in it just for the money or that this was just another case to them. They were compassionate, level headed and extremely honest. I highly recommend this law firm!
Jake Fulcher
Jake Fulcher
Sep 14, 2021
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TALK ABOUT A MATTER OF FACT LAW FIRM THAT KNOWS THEIR STUFF AND BEEN IN BEAUFORT I THINK 3RD GENERATION NOW. ADDISON AND HIS STAFF HAVE BEEN WONDERFUL TO WORK WITH WHEN I HAVE NEEDED THEM. MAKE SURE TO GIVE THE FENDER LAW FIRM A CALL BEFORE ANYONE ELSE!!!
Shanta Mattis
Shanta Mattis
Sep 03, 2021
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I don’t usually leave reviews but for this amazing attorneys at The Fender Law firm I had to. I found myself in a situation with my kids that was the most unbelievable, horrific, stressful time of my life. I met up with these wonderful people and I felt safe from the time I met them. They were able to turn my whole life around in a matter of 6 months tops. If you want an attorney that make your situation their first priority trust me you have found them. They’re very busy and I never felt it because it was not ONE call I made that wasn’t answered or returned. If you find yourself in a life
Harry Waggerman
Harry Waggerman
Jul 29, 2021
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I most certainly recommend this Law Firm! They have literally helped changed my life with my son. For what they helped me achieve, I will always be grateful. No way could this have happened without these people. Y’all are the bees knees. 😀🙏🏻
Jennifer Anne
Jennifer Anne
Jun 22, 2021
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Hands down the best Family Law Practice in Beaufort. This firm has an amazing team that keeps going and pushes everything forward.
Sheria Prout
Sheria Prout
Jun 20, 2021
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Addison and his wife Stacy are an awesome team. Thanks for helping my mom. You made the impossible a possible and you deserve to be commended. Thank you for an outstanding job!!
Amber Davis
Amber Davis
Apr 20, 2021
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I cannot say enough how much my family and I appreciate Addison and Tracy Fender through this custody case!!! It’s not over, but we won temp custody...just one battle down. We were traveling but Addison, Tracy, and team showed us so much hospitality! Omg the level of comfort that they provided us was such a great feeling! They feel like family already! Addison is a bulldog in the courtroom and helped us do what’s right for my husband’s son. Husband and son are over the moon!!! Thank you Fender Law Firm!
Marcus V.
Marcus V.
Apr 14, 2021
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I cannot say enough positive things about this team. 6k miles away it felt as though we have been working side by side on my case for the past year. Brilliant tacticians and consummate professionals, they worked collaboratively with me every step of the way toward the desired outcome. Extremely fair and transparent billing, responsive, and a thorough understanding of military culture - which was critical in supporting my family. Highly recommended.
Jennifer Ballenger
Jennifer Ballenger
Mar 24, 2021
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I used Fender Law Firm for my case and they were wonderful. The one on one with Tracy and Addison was exceptional, their hard work and dedication won my case. I am so pleased with how personable, experienced and at home I felt with them. I would recommend Fender Law Firm to anyone needing family law. Thank you beyond words Addison and Tracy.
Chelsea Seronka
Chelsea Seronka
Jan 23, 2021
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I cannot say enough about my wonderful experience with the Fender Law Firm. Divorces are messy and emotional but from the beginning they were patient, compassionate, and professional with both myself and my spouse. Addison Fender worked with my husband and I to reach common ground in the settlement agreement and kept us focused on what was in the best interest of our child. Tracy Fender was fast to respond via e-mails and extremely patient with my questions regarding paperwork. This is truly a family friendly law firm that I would recommend to anyone in need of one.
Shelia Ellis
Shelia Ellis
Sep 19, 2019
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They are spot on with communication and knowing the law. Sometimes with children there are some sensitive situations and they were great. Highly recommend them.
Tracy Yocum
Tracy Yocum
Sep 30, 2018
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We have had our great nephew for 2 years we finally decided to adopt him. we went to see mr. Fender and he told us what we had to do they are awesome people to work with and they get the job done. now our little man is our little man thanks to Addison and Tracy and Nicole. we cannot thank you enough our family is complete
Alicia Sturgis Schramm
Alicia Sturgis Schramm
Sep 26, 2018
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We had spent years trying to complete a step parent adoption. Mr. Fender was recommended to us by a friend and they made this process so easy! They actually helped us and walked through the process with us. A… lot of other places drug the process out for years and we still go nowhere. They were so willing to help us and they were fantastic!
The photo was from adoption day!
Louis N. Amy Wright
Louis N. Amy Wright
Jun 30, 2017
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Talking to Addison and Tracy for 5 minutes will make you want to hire them even if you have no reason to. Very honest and sincere people. Knowing we have someone we can trust in South Carolina if we need them all the way from Arizona is a great feeling.