Mary F. Schiavo

4.5 (8 reviews )

Mount Pleasant South Carolina United States

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2010

About Mary

Mary Jane Motley: Experienced Aviation Litigation Attorney in Mount Pleasant, SC

Mary Jane Motley is an accomplished aviation litigation attorney with over two decades of dedicated service to her clients. Known for her unwavering commitment to justice and relentless pursuit of the truth, Mary Jane has established herself as a respected advocate in the legal community.

Practice Areas

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Traffic and Criminal Defense
Aircraft Accidents, including Airplanes and Helicopters
Medical Malpractice
Automobile Accidents

Education & Credentials

B.A., Political Science, Harvard University (1985)
J.D., New York University School of Law (1989)
M.S., Aviation Management, The Ohio State University (1990)

Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2010

Bar Admissions:

New York, NY
South Carolina, SC

Firms

Motley Rice LLC, Charleston, SC (Current)

Affiliations

South Carolina State Bar Association
Aviation and Transportation Law Section of the American Bar Association
Society of Automotive Engineers, South Carolina Chapter

Languages

Spanish

Mary Jane Motley is fluent in Spanish and utilizes her multilingual skills to better serve clients who may have language barriers.

City: Mount Pleasant, State: South Carolina, Country: United States

Practice Areas

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Education

New York University

The Ohio State University

Harvard University

Professional Affiliations

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

8 Reviews

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Amara Okonkwo

Jan 18, 2026

Always Available and Kept Us Fully Informed

After my family was involved in a motorcoach accident, we were overwhelmed and confused. Mary Schiavo and her team were incredibly responsive from day one. They answered every question promptly, expla...

Henrik Johansson

Jan 18, 2026

Unmatched Knowledge in Aviation Safety Litigation

When my husband was injured in a private plane crash due to faulty maintenance, we needed someone who understood both aviation and the law. Mary Schiavo's expertise is unparalleled. Her background as...

Yuki Nakamura

Jan 18, 2026

Secured a Life-Changing Settlement for Our Family

Following a tragic commercial trucking accident that claimed my sister's life, Mary Schiavo fought tirelessly for our family. Despite facing a large corporation with endless resources, she negotiated...

Fatima Al-Rashid

Jan 18, 2026

Compassionate Guidance During Our Darkest Hours

Losing our son in a rail crossing accident was devastating. Mary Schiavo approached our case with profound empathy and understanding. She listened to our grief without rushing us, treated our son's me...

Diego Alvarez

Jan 18, 2026

Professionalism That Commands Respect in the Courtroom

As a fellow attorney, I referred a complex automotive defect class action to Mary Schiavo. Her professionalism is exceptional. She commands immediate respect from judges and opposing counsel through h...