By Tony Kukulich
The Post And Courier
BEAUFORT — When the National Trust for Historic Preservation purchased Beaufort’s historic Robert Smalls House late last month, those familiar with the home’s recent history may have hoped the sale signaled the end of lawsuit that’s been dragging on with no end in sight.
The home has been the focal point of legal wrangling involving the prior owners — brothers Billy and Paul Keyserling — and the Historic Beaufort Foundation.
While the suit is ongoing, there are indications that a resolution may be within reach.
“The lawsuit is not resolved to our knowledge,” said Billy Keyserling, former Beaufort mayor. “I believe the Trust has a better chance of bringing it to a positive conclusion than we do.”
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