E. Sterling Moose Busbee

Sterling Moose Busbee is a tax lawyer whose practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, economic development, corporate law, and tax planning. She advises domestic and international companies on business formation, entity structure, and incentive matters, including fee in lieu of tax agreements and tax credits. Her work also includes trust and estate planning and nonprofit governance.

Sterling earned her LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law. She also received her J.D., cum laude, from the University of South Carolina and her B.S. in Accounting, cum laude, from Clemson University. Her education gave her a strong foundation in tax law, legal analysis, accounting, and business planning. That background supports her work in transactions, incentives, governance, and planning matters requiring careful legal and financial judgment.

Throughout her career, Sterling has advised clients on tax planning for domestic and international companies, mergers and acquisitions, and business formation matters. She drafts and negotiates operating agreements, bylaws, formation documents, and incentive agreements. She also works on conservation easements, charitable entity formation, and nonprofit governance. Clients benefit from her ability to combine tax knowledge with practical transaction support, helping businesses and organizations make informed decisions in complex legal matters.

Sterling Moose Busbee also assists clients with trust and estate planning, helping individuals and families plan for the future with clear and thoughtful strategies. Her broader work in corporate tax, nonprofit tax, and economic development reflects a well-rounded practice built on detail and precision. Clients value her clear communication and practical approach to planning and transactions. She remains focused on helping businesses, nonprofits, and individuals protect their interests and move forward with confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.
• Member, South Carolina Bar, Young Lawyers Division
• Young Lawyers Chair, Richland County Bar Association (2020-2021)

Licensed State

• South Carolina
• North Carolina

Education

• New York University
  Master of Laws (LLM)
• University of South Carolina
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Clemson University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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