Jo Watson Hackl

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

5.0 (1 reviews)

Portland, South Carolina

16+ years experience

Updated: Dec 31, 2025

Contact Information

864-242-8200

https://wyche.com/what/attorneys/lawyer/jo-watson-hackl/

200 East Broad Street, Suite 400 Greenville SC US

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Bio

As a Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) attorney, Jo Watson Hackl has been serving South Carolina for over 15 years. Watson Hackl's 16 years of experience includes extensive work in Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) law. Clients value Jo Watson Hackl's honest assessments and practical legal solutions. Licensed to practice in South Carolina, Watson Hackl continues to serve the community with integrity.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

South Carolina

State Capital

Columbia

Highest Court

South Carolina Supreme Court

Bar Association

South Carolina Bar

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Compliance Law, Greenville (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Greenville (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Greenville (2019)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Greenville (2017)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Greenville (2016)
Lawyer of the Year: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Greenville (2015)
Recognized: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Recognized: Corporate Compliance Law
Recognized: Corporate Governance Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Named Greenville Corporate Law "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers, 2017
Recipient of the Greenville County Bar's Tommy Thomason Award, 2016
Named the Greenville Corporate Governance Law "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers, 2016
Listed in South Carolina Super Lawyers, 2015-Present
Recipient of the Community Foundation's Ruth Nicholson Award, 2013
Winner of the Greenville Chamber's ATHENA Leadership Award, 2013
Selected as a finalist for the United Way Mentor of the Year Award, 2013
Martindale-Hubbell AV rated, 2013
Selected as one of Greenville Business Magazine's 50 Most Influential, 2010-2011
Selected as a Woman of Achievement by the YWCA, 2010
Liberty Fellow, Class of 2008
Recipient of the Richard Riley and the South Carolina Bar Pro Bono Award, 1995
Selected as one of 35 in the inaugural class of "Best and Brightest" by Greenville Magazine, 1994

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009

Education

Yale University, J.D., graduated 1988
Millsaps College, B.A., graduated 1985

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Reviews

George Ramos

3 months ago

Exceptional Legal Guidance for Corporate Matters

My experience with Jo Watson Hackl at Wyche PA was nothing short of outstanding. As a business owner, I needed a lawyer who could navigate complex corporate compliance issues, and Jo's expertise was evident from our first meeting. Her deep understanding of corporate governance—highlighted by her recognition as Lawyer of the Year in this field—proved invaluable. Jo not only provided clear, actionable advice but also streamlined the entire process, ensuring my company remained in full compliance. Her professionalism, combined with a genuine personal touch, made what could have been a stressful experience remarkably smooth. Jo's ability to break down complex legal concepts into digestible terms was particularly impressive. I also appreciated her proactive approach in addressing potential risks, which ultimately saved my business from costly pitfalls. With over 16 years of experience and a degree from Yale, Jo's credibility is unmatched, and her dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients is clear. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking top-tier legal counsel in corporate law.