Ariail B. Kirk

At Jolley Law Group in Columbia, South Carolina, Ariail B. Kirk stands out as a proficient health care litigator and seasoned administrative lawyer. With extensive experience navigating the South Carolina Administrative Law Court and dealing with both state and federal regulatory agencies, she excels in areas including:

·       Health care

·       Health care litigation

·       Administrative law

·       Civil litigation

Leveraging her regulatory background, Ms. Kirk adeptly assists professionals and corporations in matters before the Board of Medical Examiners, the Board of Pharmacy and other boards governed by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. She also advises hospitals and health care providers on obtaining necessary regulatory approvals for new facilities and services. 

Ms. Kirk's academic journey began with an undergraduate degree from Clemson University, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law in 2003. Admitted to the South Carolina Bar the same year, she has held leadership roles such as past chair (2015-2016) and Section Delegate to the House of Delegates (2017) of the South Carolina Bar Health Law Section Council. She is also an active member of the American Health Lawyers Association.

Peers acknowledge Ms. Kirk for her exceptional dedication and contributions to the legal profession. Her deep understanding of the law, unwavering work ethic and vigorous advocacy for her clients set her apart. Best Lawyers honored her as Lawyer of the Year for administrative/regulatory law in Columbia, South Carolina (2024). Additionally, she was listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2025 for her work in administrative/regulatory law, health care law and litigation – health care.