National Commercial Services-Agency-Columbia

Jesse Cavett serves as Vice President and South Carolina State Manager for Old Republic Title, where he leads operations across the state and works closely with title agents to support their success. In this role, Jesse provides legal and underwriting guidance, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives growth through business development and relationship management.

He began his career with Old Republic Title in 2021 as underwriting counsel for the Commercial Agency Services team, focusing on complex national commercial transactions. In 2024, he was promoted to lead the South Carolina market, bringing with him a deep understanding of both the legal and operational sides of the title industry. He is licensed to practice in both South Carolina and Tennessee.

Prior to joining Old Republic Title, Jesse managed a team of title attorneys for a national real estate law firm and held legal and underwriting roles with another national title insurance underwriter. He is an active member of the American Land Title Association and previously served as President of the Palmetto Land Title Association.

Jesse earned his undergraduate degree in psychology from Rhodes College and his Juris Doctor from the Charleston School of Law. Based in Columbia, he enjoys spending his free time outdoors with his wife and two young sons, especially on a bike trail or a golf course.