Andrew Fajardo

Andrew Fajardo is an experienced workers’ compensation attorney who has argued cases and handled appellate work before the State Workers’ Compensation Commission and the appellate courts. He has focused his legal career almost exclusively in the field of workers’ compensation. Andrew joined Chappell, Smith & Arden in July of 2015. He brought with him innumerable skills and diverse experiences that have aided the firm in helping protect and compensate workers. In his spare time, Andrew enjoys playing classical piano. He also appreciates most anything associated with motor sports and spending time on outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing. Andrew’s wife, Stephanie Fajardo, is also a practicing attorney in Columbia, SC. When not advocating for their clients, they enjoy spending time with their rescue dog, Stella.

University of South Carolina School of Law

J.D. (2010)

2010

University of South Carolina - Columbia

B.A. (2006) | Business Administration

2006

Attorney

Chappell, Smith & Arden

2015 - Current

Highest Ethical Standards & Professional Excellence

Top Lawyer in South Carolina

American Bar Association

Member

Current

South Carolina Bar Association

Member

Current

South Carolina Bar  # 80158

Member

Current

Richland County Bar Association

Member

Current

Injured Workers’ Advocates

Member

Current

National Society of Collegiate Scholar

Current

SC Department of Insurance

Licensed Instructor

Current

Lake Murray Presbyterian Church

Former Member

Current

South Carolina

Since 2010