Kenneth Moss
Little River
Summary
Skilled lawyer with background in corporate and litigation law, offering deep understanding of legal procedures and negotiation tactics. Known for ability to develop comprehensive case strategies and for persuasive communication skills, leading to successful outcomes in complex cases. Strong analytical thinker with aptitude for identifying key legal issues quickly and effectively communicating them to clients and colleagues. Contributed to positive impact on previous workplaces by streamlining legal processes, enhancing team efficiency, and mentoring junior lawyers.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Attorney
Wright, Worley, Pope, Ekster & Moss, PLLC
North Myrtle Beach
06.2001 - Current
- Managing Partner for a general practice firm.
- Managed busy real estate closing practice involving both commercial and residential transactions
- Represented hundreds of clients in matters of both trial and appellate litigation in the federal and state appellate, and trial courts in South Carolina.
- General Counsel to Horry Electric Cooperative, Inc. July 2019- Present
- Counseled the Board of Directors in all matters, providing counsel on fiduciary duties, and other corporate governance concerns.matters related to the cooperative's annual meetings and elections.
- Counsled the Cooperative's executive staff in matters of contract and tort liability
- Counseled various board-appointed committees, including the Credentials and Elections Committee, and the Nominating Committee.
- I represented the cooperative in various litigations in the South Carolina Circuit Court and Magistrate's Court.
- City Attorney for the City of Loris, SC, July 2019 - March 2024.
- Counseled the City Council in all matters, providing counsel on fiduciary duties, municipal corporation governance concerns, matters related to the City's campaigns and elections, planning, zoning, and ordinances, operations of the City's water and sewer utilities, operations of the City's Police and Fire Departments, and recommendations from the City's appointed Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- I represented the city in numerous matters of litigation in the South Carolina Circuit Court.
- Represented City in numerous acquisitions of real property by negotiated purchases
- City Attorney for Surfside Beach, SC, June 2010 – December 2019.
- Counseled the City Council in all matters, providing counsel on fiduciary duties, municipal corporation governance concerns, matters related to the City's campaigns and elections, planning, zoning, and ordinances, operations of the City's Police and Fire Departments, and recommendations from the City's appointed Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- I represented the city in numerous matters of litigation in the South Carolina Circuit Court.
- Represented City in numerous acquisitions of real property by negotiated purchases and by eminent domain
- Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis on various aspects of civil and criminal law to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Interpreted recent court opinions and current legal research to remain current with developments.
- Negotiated settlements in civil disputes, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and a keen understanding of client interests and legal implications.
- Prepared litigation strategies for clients in civil law cases.
- Provided advice on potential liability risks associated with business transactions.
- Gathered public records and interviewed witnesses relevant to cases.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective solutions to complex legal issues.
- Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law.
- Spearheaded negotiations to settle cases before trials.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings, and mediation sessions, effectively advocating on their behalf to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Liaised with government agencies, other attorneys, and parties involved in legal proceedings, maintaining professional relationships to facilitate case progress.
- Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
Associate Attonrey
Jeffcoat, Pike & Nappier, LLC
Myrtle Beach
12.1999 - 06.2001
- Undertook review and drafting of contracts concerning residential and commercial real estate transactions
- Represented contractors before hearings before the South Carolina Department of Labor Licensing and Regulatoins
- Counseled clients in matters of estate planning, including the drafting of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and related documents
- Represented clients in matters of litigation in the South Carolina Circuit Court, Probate Court and Magistrate's Court
Deputy County Attorney
Horry County, a Body Politic
Conway
12.1997 - 12.1999
- Routinely draft Ordinances, and reviewed drafts prepared by others, for consideration by the Horry County Council
- Counseled Horry County's appointed Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals
- Represented the County in numerous acquisitions of real property and easements, by both negotiated purchases and by eminent domain.
- Coordinated with outside counsel on matters of pending litigation and bond counsel concerning the financing of portions of the Horry County Government and Justice Center.
- Counseled department heads including but not limited to Police, Fire, Procurement and Finance on matters of federal and state law and Horry County's ordinances
Associate Engineer
Santee Cooper
Moncks Corner
05.1991 - 12.1997
- Coordinated with utility staff to analyze weather forecasts, anticipated river flows, and load forecasts in short-term operational planning for the commitment of nuclear, coal, hydro, and gas turbine generators in order to meet anticipated load.
- Coordinated with operation accounting staff to provide load metering data.
- Conducted a system-wide transmission voltage study to facilitate the minimization of voltage fluctuations and system losses.
- Drafted biannual Operating Study to guide System Controllers during peak loading and system contingencies involving the loss of generation or transmission assets.
- Undertook system power flow analyses in advance of requested and planned system outages, maintenance, and construction of system improvements.
- Investigated system outages for improved operational planning.
- Represented the utility in the VACAR-AEP-SOUTHERN-AEP (VAST) cooperating utility study group to plan for generational, transmission demands, and contingency operations during upcoming summer and winter peak loading conditions.
- Coordinated with engineers, staff, consultants and vendor representatives to design, program, test and implement Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system in the utility's Energy Control Center. Much of the activity was undertaken in San Jose, California.
Education
J.D. -
University of South Carolina School of Law
Columbia, SC12-1997
Master of Science - Electric Power Generation, Transmission & Distribu
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12-1997
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC12-1989
Skills
- Client representation
- Case analysis
- Real estate law
- Corporate and business legal issues
- Settlement negotiation
- Oral debate
- Corporate litigation
- Discovery processes
- Corporate transactions
- Business transaction analysis
- Oral advocacy
- Real estate transactions
- Fiduciary duties
- Legal research
- Contract negotiation
- Litigation strategy
Affiliations
- Flying
- Off-shore and in-shore fishing
- construction related background in both new construction and maintenance of existing structures
Certification
- Licensed and admitted to practice law in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
- Licensed and admitted to practice law in all federal and state courts located in South Carolina
- Licensed title insurance agent
- Licensed private pilot
Timeline
Attorney
Wright, Worley, Pope, Ekster & Moss, PLLC
06.2001 - Current
Associate Attonrey
Jeffcoat, Pike & Nappier, LLC
12.1999 - 06.2001
Deputy County Attorney
Horry County, a Body Politic
12.1997 - 12.1999
Associate Engineer
Santee Cooper
05.1991 - 12.1997
- Licensed and admitted to practice law in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
- Licensed and admitted to practice law in all federal and state courts located in South Carolina
- Licensed title insurance agent
- Licensed private pilot
J.D. -
University of South Carolina School of Law
Master of Science - Electric Power Generation, Transmission & Distribu
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
North Carolina State University
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