Heather Cairns

Heather M. Cairns is an experienced attorney specializing in real estate, probate administration, and estate planning at Cairns Law Firm LLC, located in Columbia, South Carolina. She has been practicing law since 2005 and focuses on helping clients navigate the complexities of estate planning and real estate transactions.

Background and Education

• Origin: Heather is originally from Cleveland, Ohio, and has lived in South Carolina for over twenty years.
• Education: She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) cum laude from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2004. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from Kent State University.

Professional Affiliations

Heather is a member of:

• The South Carolina Bar Association
• The Richland County Bar Association

She has also served on the Richland County Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals for over 15 years, retiring in 2022. Furthermore, she was previously involved with the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Chapter of the ACLU.

Personal Life

Heather resides in the Forest Acres area of Richland County with her wife, three dogs, and a cat. In her leisure time, she enjoys golfing, beach outings, and home remodeling projects.

Practice Areas

At Cairns Law Firm LLC, Heather provides comprehensive services including:

• Estate Planning: Drafting wills and trusts to ensure clients' wishes are honored.
• Probate Administration: Assisting families through the probate process.
• Real Estate Transactions: Guiding clients in residential real estate matters.

For more information about her practice or to contact her, you can find her LinkedIn profile under the username cairnslawfirm .12