Fred W. (Trey) Suggs

Practice Areas

Fred W. “Trey” Suggs III maintains a broad litigation practice focused on representing businesses, insurers, and professionals in complex disputes. His practice includes commercial litigation, professional liability defense, medical malpractice defense, and insurance-related matters, with experience handling high‑stakes cases in both state and federal courts.

Trey regularly represents clients in matters involving business disputes, medical malpractice and professional liability claims, and complex tort litigation. He also advises clients on general business matters, risk management, and dispute avoidance strategies, helping organizations address potential exposure before litigation arises.

His approach is grounded in early case evaluation, practical judgment, and business‑minded strategy. Trey works closely with clients to develop tailored solutions that reflect both legal concerns and operational realities, whether resolving disputes efficiently or litigating matters through trial.

Career

Fred W. “Trey” Suggs III is a partner at Cassidy Coates Price, P.A., where he serves as the practice leader of the firm’s litigation group. He joined the firm early in his career and became a partner after demonstrating a consistent commitment to client service and the firm’s values.

He is a member of the firm’s Executive Committee and plays an active role in guiding the firm’s litigation practice and mentoring younger attorneys.

He spent his first three years practicing with a larger regional firm prior to joining Cassidy Coates Price, P.A.

Professional Memberships

American Board of Trial Advocates

International Association of Barristers

South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association, Past President

South Carolina Bar, Past President of Young Lawyer Division

Greenville County Bar

Upstate Inn of Court

Clients

Regional and national healthcare providers

Insurance carriers and professionals

National and International Manufacturers

Work Highlights

Defended healthcare providers and medical professionals in high‑stakes professional liability matters in both state and federal courts.

Advised businesses and insurers in complex commercial disputes and regulatory matters, including contract litigation, business torts, and coverage issues.

Represented businesses in complex commercial litigation, including contract disputes and business tort claims.

Experience

Trey has extensive experience representing clients in complex litigation across a range of industries. His practice includes handling matters in state and federal courts, as well as participating in alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including mediation and arbitration.

He regularly advises clients on litigation strategy, risk management, and dispute resolution, working closely with businesses, insurers, and professionals to develop practical solutions aligned with their operational and legal needs.

Industry Sector Expertise

Healthcare

Insurance

Expert in these Jurisdictions

South Carolina (state courts)

United States District Court for the District of South Carolina

United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit

Education

Awards