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Helping my clients and their families get justice is why I love practicing law. From the early investigative stages onto litigation, my goal is to seek the truth: why a crash or incident happens, how it affects my client, and how an insurance carrier or a jury can help make up for the harm. I feel honored to help my clients through what can be one of the most difficult times in their lives.. My husband is with AgFirst Farm Credit Bank in Columbia, and we live in Irmo with our young twins and Basset Hound.. Any result our firm may achieve on behalf of one client in one matter does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients.

Free Case Evaluation.  Over $45 Million in Awards, Settlement and Verdicts*. As the son of a South Carolina trial lawyer, Jenkins has been in and around South Carolina Courtrooms since he was 16 years old. Jenkins' practice is primarily devoted to catastrophic personal injury, including traumatic brain injury and spinal injuries, car and trucking accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect, and wrongful death. On a daily basis, Jenkins represents clients in South Carolina courts in cases that involve:. Jenkins attended college and law school at the University of South Carolina. He began his litigation practice at Ellis, Lawhorne & Sims, PA, which he left in order to form Rogers Lewis Jackson Mann & Quinn, LLC, the parent law firm of Mann Blake & Jackson. Jenkins is married and has two children that attend Brockman Elementary School. He is an avid tennis player, and he enjoys volunteering his time as a youth soccer and basketball coach.. *WHILE WE ARE PROUD OF THE RESULTS OUR ATTORNEYS HAVE ACHIEVED FOR OUR CLIENTS, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT EVERY CASE IS DIFFERENT, AND OUR COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA-BASED ATTORNEYS AND THE COURT MUST EVALUATE EACH CASE ON ITS OWN MERITS. PLEASE CONTACT US TODAY TO DISCUSS YOU PARTICULAR SITUATION SO THAT OUR ATTORNEYS CAN HELP YOU PLAN A PATH FORWARD.

Former Prosecutor with over 25 years of experience in criminal law.  Former Adminsitrative Hearing Officer. Experience also as an Investigator for a State Agency. I love trying cases and get great satisfaction by working with clients and presenting their side to prosecutors or law enforcement to get great results without going to trial. Each client's case demands a unique approach, tailored to fit the situation. Clients deal directly with me, not a paralegal or answering service. Call me at to get a lawyer who works hard, knows the law, and a lawyer who cares.

For a Columbia, SC, criminal lawyer, work with Lir Derieg at Derieg Law Firm, LLC. We have the resources and skills to represent a variety of cases and legal needs. When you need a firm you can trust, we can protect your rights and best interests.. We represent criminal defendants. When you've been accused of committing a crime, we help you avoid unnecessary consequences by building strong defense cases that advocate for reduction or dismissal of your charges. We'll help you understand your rights under the law and your legal options, letting you make informed decisions.. We are proud to represent a wide variety of clients, both personal and commercial. We help you with everything from day-to-day operations to specific legal issue or disputes. We review and explain contracts, guide you through acquisitions and sales, and help you make plans for the future. You can trust that we'll provide knowledgeable advice and guidance that truly looks out for your business's bottom line.. We are also exceptional personal injury lawyers. We represent the needs of victims, helping you secure recovery and additional compensation so that you can get the care you need, pay your medical bills, cover your personal expenses, and move forward with your life. We will work aggressively to advocate for the maximum and work efficiently so that you won't have to wait.. As local Columbia, SC, personal injury lawyers, we want to make sure that you have high quality private representation. You have needs and we are here to meet them. To protect your rights, schedule your initial appointment today. We have flexible appointments available for your convenience.

F.Xavier Starkes is a native of Columbia, South Carolina he is an experienced attorney practicing since 1988. He has a proven track record of providing the highest quality legal services to his clients.. Xavier is licensed to practice in the State and Federal Courts of South Carolina and before the United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is committed to each client while serving them with dignity, honor, and integrity.

Eric is a founding member and partner at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC.  Prior to opening Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, Eric worked for over 5 years at a recognized defense firm where he focused his practice on personal injury and defending large trucking companies in cases involving serious injuries and death. In his 5 years of practice, Eric has handled over a hundred tractor trailer accident cases. He is now putting his experience and knowledge to use helping those injured in accidents.  During his time as a defense attorney, Eric also represented major retailers, medical providers, and insurance companies. Eric’s experience defending these cases provides his clients with invaluable resources and knowledge in bringing their cases to resolution.. Eric was selected as a Super Lawyer/Rising Star in 2016 and 2017. Over the past five years, he has tried a number of cases in both federal and state court. Eric is a lifelong resident of Columbia. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina in 1995 and his law degree from USC in 2011. Prior to obtaining his law degree, Eric worked in both the public and private sector including at one point working for a former South Carolina governor.. Eric is married to the former Andrea Freeman of Greenville, South Carolina. They have two daughters: Mary Elizabeth and Addie. Eric and his family are members of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia. Eric is an avid sports fan and especially enjoys football, baseball, and golf. Eric enjoys running and likes to participate in running events throughout the Midlands and the Southeast.

Dylan has focused his practice on small business law, probate and estate law, and medical malpractice law for clients across South Carolina although he has represented clients in Georgia and North Carolina also. He has a proven track record of achieving outstanding results. He has been recognized by his peers and listed in Super Lawyers as a top rated medical malpractice lawyer in South Carolina. He is a member of The South Carolina Association for Justice and the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.. Dylan is a native of Columbia, South Carolina. He received his undergraduate degree from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina in History in 2002. He earned his law degree at the University of South Carolina School of Law where he was President of the school's chapter of The Federalist Society and involved in veterans service organizations. He has been in private practice in Columbia since 2008. Dylan is admitted to practice in all courts in South Carolina.. Dylan is a combat veteran. He is proud to have served in Operation Enduring Freedom as a combat adviser where he trained Afghan forces in southern Afghanistan with United States Army Special Forces and forces from the United Kingdom. He earned the Bronze Star Medal and Combat Action Badge for his service in Afghanistan. He continues to actively serve in the South Carolina Army National Guard.. In 2010, Dylan was elected by a joint session of the South Carolina General Assembly to serve as a member of the Citadel Board of Visitors. He has served as Vice Chair of the Board and has chaired the Legal, Customs and Regulations, and Strategy, Vision and Governance committees of the BOV. He is a past Chairman of the Board of directors of Hidden Wounds, a non-profit veteran's service organization providing counseling services for combat veterans and their families. He is also a member of the South Carolina Advisory Committee for the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, an organization advocating strong U.S. leadership and involvement in the world.

DJ Carson is a native Columbia, South Carolinian growing up in Forest Acres. He studied law and graduated from Touro Law Center in Long Island, New York — recognized numerous times by preLaw Magazine as one of the country's best law schools for practical training and recognized as a high-ranking criminal law program. D.J. returned to South Carolina to pursue the field he is passionate about to this day.. Mr. Carson served as an assistant solicitor in the 5th Circuit, where many cases he prosecuted were drug offenses. This experience helped him realize and understand critical issues plaguing the community, from the lack of education-to-career opportunities leading to the continuing increase of gang-related activity. Mr. Carson’s focus on the youth creates a passion for him to help them overcome a mistake that can limit life opportunities for success.. Mr. Carson moved forward with his career as an associate of Whetstone Perkins & Fulda, LLC before opening The Carson Law Firm, LLC.

Dixon Robertson has practiced law in Columbia, South Carolina, since 1984. His business focuses exclusively on building construction. He tries cases for homeowners whose contractors fail to deliver, and for other building owners when their projects don't work the way they should. Dixon has been of counsel to McGowan, Hood & Felder, LLC, since April 2008. From 1996 to 2008 he ran a solo practice. Previously he was a partner in Bowers Orr & Robertson, and an associate with Nexsen Pruet Jacobs & Pollard. He was law clerk to the late Judge Randall T. Bell of the South Carolina Court of Appeals. Dixon has both undergraduate (B.A., 1980) and law (J.D., 1983) degrees from the University of South Carolina. He served in the United States Army as an infantryman from 1974 to 1976, and is thankful that he never saw combat. He is a member in the American Association for Justice and the South Carolina Association for Justice. Dixon balances practicing law with evaluating and developing software to help trial lawyers keep their stuff straight and try cases. He lives in downtown Columbia with his wife and teenage daughter.

Curtis Y. Chow is a member of the Immigration and International Practice Group of Ogletree Deakins, representing employers in all aspects of U.S. immigration law and compliance, as well as international employment matters.  Mr. Chow counsels employers in I-9 and E-Verify employment eligibility issues, including internal audits, government investigation, general compliance issues, and immigration related discrimination issues.  He also defends clients in federal employment discrimination claims, including actions alleging discrimination, retaliation, and harassment.  Mr. Chow also regularly assists employers with obtaining immigrant and nonimmigrant visas (“green cards” and temporary work permits) for their foreign employees.. In addition to his U.S. immigration practice, Mr. Chow advises multinational companies on a broad range of international legal issues, including global workforce mobility, compliance with foreign labor and employment laws, and other ancillary issues faced by companies with operations overseas.  Mr. Chow is proficient in spoken Mandarin, and possesses limited proficiency in Spanish.

Criminal defense attorney Taylor Bell serves as a crucial shield between individuals and the formidable government machinery, offering unwavering support to those facing legal challenges.. With a Bachelor's in business administration from UNC Wilmington and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law, Taylor Bell brings extensive expertise to his role. Formerly with the Richland County Public Defender’s office, Bell now excels at Jeffcoat Criminal Defense Lawyers, specializing in criminal defense, professional licensing defense, DUI defense, and domestic violence.. His relentless advocacy has led to numerous dismissals and sentence reductions, highlighting his commitment to justice.. Beyond his legal prowess, Bell's dedication extends to coaching wrestling at River Bluff High School and active involvement in the South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorneys’ Association, reflecting his holistic approach to positively impacting his community.. Contact Jeffcoat Criminal Defense Lawyers today for a free case evaluation.

Columbia divorce lawyer Ken H. Lester has offices in Columbia and Beaufort/Hilton Head, South Carolina. He received his B.S. and J.D. degree from the University of South Carolina. He is a Diplomat in the American College of Family Trial Lawyers, an organization limited to the top 100 family court trial lawyers in the United States. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and served as President of the South Carolina chapter. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers consists of 1,700 of the top matrimonial attorneys in the United States and Canada. For 25 years, Mr. Lester has served on the faculty of the National Family Law Trial Institute at South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas, which is held for nine (9) days each year where 48 lawyers from across the United States are taught to litigate family law cases. South Texas College of Law is nationally known for its award-winning trial advocacy program and holds more trial advocacy awards (over 100) than any other law school in the United States of America. Its advocacy program consistently ranks among the top ten in the United States each year by the US News and World Report.. Mr. Lester served as the Chairman of the Family Law Section of the South Carolina Bar and served as the Section Delegate to the South Carolina Bar House of Delegates. He served as Chairman of the Family Law Committee of the South Carolina Association of Justice and is currently a member of the South Carolina Association of Justice where he has served on the Board. He is also former Chairman of the Richland and Lexington County Bar Family Law Committees. He taught the Family Law portion of the South Carolina Bar Review course which is taught twice each year to lawyers preparing for the South Carolina Bar exam. Mr. Lester is the former Chairman of the South Carolina Child Support Guidelines Sub-committee and has served on all of the update committees.. Mr. Lester has written and continues to write on various issues dealing with South Carolina Family Law in addition to speaking, and coordinating numerous Continuing Legal Education and Judicial Continuing Legal Education Seminars locally and nationally. Mr. Lester served as the chairman of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Children Committee and served as a member on the five member Same-Sex Marriage Committee of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He was a member of the American Bar Association Same-Sex Marriage Committee and Products Development Committee. He is the author of the Chapter on Protection of Marriage by Statute and Constitutions on the American Bar Association’s White Paper on Same-Sex issues.

Christian E. Boesl was born and raised in Buffalo, New York, but after marrying a local Columbia girl, he quickly became a South Carolinian. Christian is a 1999 graduate of Brigham Young University and a 2003 graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law where he was a Moot Court Champion, on the National Moot Court Team, and served as an Honor Council Justice.. Prior to joining the Goings Law Firm, LLC, Christian was a shareholder and member of the management committee at Collins & Lacy, P.C. where he concentrated his practice on employment law and workers’ compensation. He chaired both the employment law and workers’ compensation practice group. Realizing he had a greater desire to represent individuals and those who were injured on the job, Christian joined, Of Counsel, with the Goings Law Firm to manage the firm’s expanding workers compensation practice.. Practicing law for a large defense firm for 14 years gave him extensive experience in trying cases for insurance companies, corporations and small businesses. This proven record allows Christian to be an effective advocate for injured workers and his clients. He knows how these companies operate and what it takes to get the best result for his clients.. Christian’s passion for the law comes from regularly representing clients before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission, in Federal Court, State Court, before the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, the South Carolina Human Affairs Commission, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. In addition to advocating for individuals before the South Carolina Workers Compensation Commission, Christian is also a certified workers compensation and circuit court mediator.. Christian’s reputation has earned him an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell, and he is honored by being included in the prestigious Best Lawyer’s list. Additionally, he is also a South Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Star. There are no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in the state named to the Rising Star list. He has regularly presented CLEs and spoken around the state on workers’ compensation and employment law topics.. Christian is a member of the South Carolina Bar, the Richland County Bar Association, U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. He holds a Board of Arbitrator and Mediator Certification, approved Circuit Court Mediator. He is also a charter representative for the Boy Scouts of America and an active member and serves as the current bishop of the local congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.. Christian’s greatest achievement and most important part of his life is his family. He is married to Emily Boesl, and they are the parents of four children, ages 5 to 16. In his time away from work, you will find him sideline coaching for his boys on the soccer field, watching his daughter’s vocal/theatre productions and cross country meets, and working around the house with his family.

Chris earned his Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees from the University of South Carolina.  In addition, he earned a Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Florida. From this multi-dimensional perspective, Chris counsels business and nonprofit clients on matters arising throughout the life cycle of an organization, including entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, operational and governance issues, and transactions involving termination or sale of the organization or business. He represents clients before federal, state and local tax authorities in tax controversy matters. Chris focuses a large part of his practice on tax credits and other incentives for real estate development, renewable energy investments, and commercial growth.. Chris is committed to community service and is actively involved in various organizations.  Among other activities, he is a member of the Lexington Kiwanis Club, where he has served as President and Treasurer, he serves on the Board of the Columbia Development Corporation, and he coaches his daughter’s youth soccer team.. In addition to his community service, Chris has been on the faculty of various continuing legal education seminars on topics such as tax exempt organizations, entity matters, and tax incentives. He is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association, the Columbia Tax Study Group, and the Richland County Bar Association.

Bryan Caskey assists buyers and sellers in real estate transactions, and represents individuals in domestic and real estate litigation.. In his litigation practice, Bryan handles a wide variety of family court issues, including divorce, alimony, child custody, child support, and equitable division. He also has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in real estate litigation, such as landlord/tenant disputes, breach of contract claims, mechanics lien actions, and other civil litigation. His experience includes both trial and appellate practice in South Carolina state courts.. In his transactional practice, Bryan assists buyers and sellers in residential and commercial real estate transactions. He assists clients with all aspects of buying and selling real estate in South Carolina, from the initial drafting of purchase contracts through closing to ensure smooth and orderly real estate transactions.. He is admitted to practice law in both federal court for the District of South Carolina and the State of South Carolina. Prior to law school, Bryan graduated from Washington and Lee University in 2003, where he received a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in both Economics and Philosophy. After graduating from the Valparaiso University School of Law in 2006, he practiced law in Columbia for ten years prior to co-founding Caskey & Imgrund.. Bryan grew up in Columbia, South Carolina, and is married to Mary McFarland Caskey. Bryan and Mary have a son, Henry, and a daughter, Molly. They are members of the First Presbyterian Church of Columbia and active in the community. Bryan is a state officer of the South Carolina Sons of the American Revolution and as an Eagle Scout, Bryan assists his son’s cub scout pack. In his free time he enjoys sporting clays, reading, travel, and Gamecock athletics.

Bill Nettles possesses an extraordinary, almost unparalleled depth and breadth of experience. You cannot find an attorney who will be better equipped to provide you with the high-quality representation you deserve.. Mr. Nettles was appointed United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina by President Obama and was sworn into that office on May 3, 2010. As the US Attorney, he dramatically overhauled the office to focus on public corruption, fraud and white collar crime, while also greatly increasing resources to the extraordinarily important false claims whistleblower division. Under Mr. Nettles' leadership, the US Attorney's office made white collar crime and public corruption the highest priority of the criminal division's efforts He also earned national praise for the innovative and intelligent approach his office took to drug crimes.. Mr. Nettles was the longest serving US attorney since the 1960's, ensuring he had an extraordinary impact on the personnel and the policies of that important office. Because of his service as the United States Attorney for the entire state of South Carolina he has worked with the heads of the Department of Justice to help shape policy for the last 5 and a half years.. If you're looking for an attorney you know you can trust in Columbia, Greenville, Charleston or any other community in South Carolina areas, please call the Law Office of Bill Nettles at  for a free consultation.

Attorney Stephen B. Samuels founded the Samuels Reynolds Law Firm on the principles of hard work, dedication and service to families dealing with serious personal injuries. The mission statement – We work for the people who work – reflects his respect for the people who do the difficult, sometimes dangerous work that keeps our families together and communities thriving.. Stephen graduated from the University of North Carolina-Wilmington in 1983 with a degree in business management. For the next ten years he worked real jobs, including restaurants and HVAC, where he learned the reality of physical labor and the value of hard work.. Inspired by his younger sister who became a lawyer at age 30, he enrolled in the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1994. He received his JD in 1997 from USC Law when he was 38 years old. As a law student, he was a member of the Order of Wig and Robe, and Associate Symposium Editor for the South Carolina Law Review. Stephen was research assistant for Professor David G. Owen, coauthor of Prosser and Keeton on Torts.. After law school, Stephen worked as an attorney for a larger law firm in the midlands. In August 2008, he left that firm and opened the Samuels Reynolds Law Firm. He decided to keep the firm small to ensure personal service and allow enough time to give individual attention to his clients.. Stephen has tried hundreds of workers’ compensation cases, concentrating on legally complex issues. He speaks several times a year at workers’ compensation seminars and conferences. Stephen also handles personal injury cases, including trying cases before juries. He is an active appellate lawyer who has appeared before the South Carolina Supreme Court and South Carolina Court of Appeals.. Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Stephen lives in Columbia with his wife Angi and their three dogs (Fergus, Spektor, and Tristan). He loves paragliding, travel, reading, art, music and food. When not working in the law firm, Stephen and Angi travel together to such far flung destinations as South Africa, Japan, Costa Rica and Iceland.

Attorney Scott J. Hayes has been practicing law in South Carolina since June of 2006.  Upon receipt of his South Carolina Bar License, Scott went to work as an Assistant Solicitor in Richland County.  Scott spent the next two years prosecuting individuals charged with crimes in Circuit Court.  During those two years managed hundreds of pending criminal charges that were brought against individuals by local law enforcement officers.  Scott presented on behalf of the State of South Carolina in hundreds of preliminary, motion, and plea hearings during his time as a Prosecutor.  Further, Scott actively participated in nearly twenty (20) Jury Trials.  These twenty Jury Trials included charges of Murder, Armed Robbery, Burglary, Aggravated Assaults and Criminal Domestic Violence gaining valuable trial experience.. Following the two years that Scott spent as an Assistant Solicitor in Richland County, Scott was hired as the Staff Attorney for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.  Scott served the Richland County Sheriff’s Department in the capacity of an In-House Counsel from June of 2008 until May of 2015.  At the time of his resignation, Scott was one of the longest tenured In-House Law Enforcement Lawyers in the State of South Carolina.. During his time as the Staff Attorney for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Scott had many job responsibilities. One of the primary responsibilities assigned to Scott was Supervisor of Internal Affairs. Internal Affairs essentially attempts to police the Police and serves as the quality control mechanism for law enforcement to ensure that all Professional Standards are being respected and maintained.  Scott was also responsible for spearheading the defense of any employee that was sued for actions allegedly occurring on the watch of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.  During his seven years at the Sheriff’s Department Scott spearheaded these defenses in countless civil actions including alleged Civil Rights violations of excessive force and false arrest, and claims arising from car accidents, among others.  Additionally, Scott represented the interests of the men and women in law enforcement involved in a critical incident, such as an officer involved shooting.. Scott also served as a Special Prosecutor for the Fifth Judicial Circuit while employed by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.  As a Special Prosecutor Scott tried several smaller yet very meaningful cases in front of Richland County Juries with great success.. Some of Scott’s day to day activities while at the Sheriff’s Department included advising law enforcement officers on their criminal investigations and overseeing information compliance efforts, along with many others.. Currently, Attorney Scott J. Hayes has his own law practice in Columbia, South Carolina.  Scott enthusiastically represents the legal interests of South Carolinians here in the Midlands and those throughout the Palmetto State.   Scott puts his unique employment experience to work for people who are in need of responsible legal representation. Call, click, or come by today to communicate directly with Scott and let him put his experience to work for you.

Attorney Hair has devoted his entire legal career to helping people that have been injured through no fault of their own. As a result of his dedication, he has been recognized as a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, and has received The National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Award. Attorney Hair handles car wrecks, wrongful death cases, dog bites, and premise liability matters.

Attorney Brett Woron is a member of the Woron and Dhillon, LLC legal team in Columbia, SC. He earned his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2010. Previously, he earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Furman University in 2006. He began working in personal injury law while he was still in law school, and became a practicing attorney shortly after earning his degree, in 2011.Attorney Woron is a member of the South Carolina State Bar, the Richland County Bar Association, and the South Carolina Association for Justice. He has been awarded by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, Attorney and Practice Magazine, Legal Elite of the Midlands, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, Super Lawyers, and The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. While in law school, he earned the Irving Steinberg Memorial Award and the CALI award.

Alex and Zoe Sanders have a combined 78 years of experience in practicing  law. Alex and Zoe Sanders are father and daughter. They formed the firm to help people and businesses who find themselves involved in the justice system.. Alex Sanders is a trial and appellate lawyer, and former state senator and  college president. He appeared most recently before the South Carolina Supreme Court in January 2016. Alex Sanders is the property damage claimants' representative ("PDFCR") in connection with the bankruptcy of W.R. Grace.. Zoe Sanders has handled criminal, civil and regulatory cases. She has a broad range of experience.  She has represented such diverse individuals as the comedian Stephen Colbert,  U. S. Attorney General John Ashcroft and a battered spouse charged with the murder of her husband. She represents nationwide corporations in the areas of food and beverage and hospitality licencing.  Zoe is a past president of the National Association of Women of Women Lawyers. She was awarded The State Newspaper's "Top  20 under 40 Achievement Award".  She is a former law clerk to U.S. Federal District Court judge  Matthew J. Perry. She is a former state prosecutor. She is a member of the Fourth Circuit Judicial Conference and  a board member of the South Carolina Administrative and Regulatory Law Association.. NOTE: As required to be explained by the Lawyers Rules for Ethis, past representations in a matter does not indicate future success in a different matter.

A practice focused on business, government, public utilities, arbitration, and mediation. I regularly represent clients before the South Carolina Public Service Commission.

A lifelong resident of Columbia, South Carolina, Joe holds both a B.S. (2009) and a J.D. (2013) from the University of South Carolina. While attending law school, Joe served as a law clerk at the Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office; after graduation, he began working as an Assistant Solicitor for that Office, trying cases in both General Sessions and Magistrate’s Court. Subsequent to his tenure in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office, Joe went to work for the Richard A. Harpootlian law firm, joining a team of other experienced litigators. There, he worked at the federal and state court levels handling a variety of criminal and civil litigation cases.. Joe aggressively seeks justice for his clients and is a tireless student of the law, leaving no stone unturned in his research and understanding of relevant case law that he can bring to bear in defending criminal clients and achieving a successful outcome for those with civil claims. He takes pride in finding solutions to complex problems and is passionate in his quest for justice for every client.

"Larry will go up against people no one else will & does not let the good ole boy system stop him from doing the right thing for those people that need help ....". Thank you Elizabeth.  I am a thirty-year veteran of South Carolina's bare knuckle political arena, now practicing Law in South Carolina.  My law practice centered on client communication and results.   Call me today for a free consultation.. *Please note that any results I have achieved on behalf of past clients doesn't mean I can achieve the same or similar results  for other clients.