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I am proud to represent people and not corporations. We spend 100% of our time representing injured clients--not divorce, DWI or criminal clients, as most firms do.. I was born in Kansas City, but grew up in Macon, Missouri, before coming to Columbia for college at Mizzou, graduating from the University of Missouri School of Law in 1998.. During law school, I clerked at the Hines Law Firm, as I wanted to stay in Columbia to practice, and was hired as an Associate at the Firm in 1998.  I was made a Partner in the Firm in 2003, where I practice exclusively in the areas of personal injury litigation and worker's compensation.  We only represent those who have been injured through no fault of their own and are able to pick our cases and clients carefully.. I serve on the Board of KIDS' CHANCE of Missouri, a scholarship program for children of workers who were seriously injured or killed on the job.  I have also been elected by my peers to serve on the Board of Governors of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys since 2005.

I am an attorney with 20 years experience in a high volume, multi-attorney, litigation law firm.. I have represented over one-thousand clients in my practice since 2003.  I have represented several hundred claimant’s in workers’ compensation claims and Social Security Disability Claims.. I routinely manage 140-150 files in all stages of litigation.  I am responsible for client intake, claim management, staff management, docket management, evidence discovery, court proceedings, hearings, and file closure.. I have been recognized be The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers, 2014, 2015, and the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group, The Nations Top 100 Injured Workers’ Attorneys’ 2014.. As a bilingual attorney I enjoy providing legal services to people in the Hispanic community.  Since I am fluent in Spanish I am able to speak to and relate to my Spanish clients in their language when necessary.

I am an advocate, communicator, and wordsmith. I am also a certified Mediator and have served as a Special Referee. I serve my clients - individuals and small businesses - in situations that could end up in a trial, hearing or mediation, and/or advise them on how to stay away from problems with well worded agreements and well thought out plans. Lots of advice, fact finding, research and just plain working with people occurs before stating my client's case at a mediation, trial or hearing. The small business portion of my practice includes contract work, employment advisement, business formation, and lately helping businesses get it right from the beginning. As a continuing writer and broadcaster I understand creating valuable assets and works such as "reality shows" and music or movie creations needing trademark and copy right protection. As an advocate I work to protect my clients' rights by strongly addressing any wrongs committed against them. My practice balances favorably resolving disputes with helping clients develop their projects from concept to completion - and to protect them so they can grow and prosper.I use the law and common sense to help my clients succeed. My judicial clerkship during my first year out of law school taught me the system from the inside while watching a year's worth of all sorts of trials. I learned what judges and juries want. Trials are fun for litigators like me, but satisfaction from a well planned and protected project is just as good.As a South Carolina certified Circuit Court Mediator I can bring parties together, discuss strengths, weaknesses, shared problems and even common goals to work a solution that is better than proceeding with litigation.

Hello;. I am in my mid 50's, happily married for over 30 years, with two adult children. I have been practicing law in Columbia and all across the State of Missouri for over 20 years. I had a real life and career before entering the practice of law. My prior work experiences included acting as a Sales Representative and Territory Manager, short run Trucking, welding, security for a bar and many other excellent opportunities to learn about life.. My law practice included cases in front of Juries and Judges, administrative hearing panels, mediations, Municipal Court, State Court, Federal Court, the Missouri Courts of Appeal, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. I have handled simple traffic matters, complex divorces, Medical Malpractice claims, professional licensing issues for clients, Pharmaceutical products liability, auto crashes, motorcycle crashes, wrongful death cases.  I have handled nearly every type of State level case possible. Those experiences and my life experience help me to work with my clients, to assist them in complex situations, to negotiate firmly and fairly with the other side. My litigation experience lets the other side know I will go to trial if they will not be fair.. Recently, I have shifted my caseload to limit my practice to three areas. First, cases involving fraud committed against State and Federal Governments. I am working on several such cases now, and in 2012, I was successful with a high level False Claims Act case, assisting the Federal Government with recovery of over $150,000, for a case involving Mortgage Fraud. I also represented a whistleblower in a medical fraud case where I recovered @$15,000, for the Federal Government and the state of Missouri. I am in the process of closing another case where the whistleblower I represented recovered @$4,000, for the Federal Government.  Second, I am also handling small business matters, including litigation.  Third, I am commencing my practice as a Mediator Neutral. My life experiences and courtroom experiences will be of great assistance to both sides of civil mediations. I have also completed significant training at the University of Missouri for mediators. I have participated in many mediations.. My experiences help me every day identify with clients, all the way from business owners to the regular folks who need some help. My firm is dedicated to helping people whenever possible. If you need help with a legal problem, I'd appreciate your call.. Thanks,. Finley D. Gibbs

Growing up, Stephen watched the great impact his father, a lawyer himself, had on people as well as his passion for helping others. As he grew older, Stephen learned that his father’s passion was borne from the unfairness he witnessed growing up in Easley, SC where brown lung was a problem for so many. Stephen decided from a very early age that he wanted to do good for others, just like his dad. He wanted to be someone to help others in their time of need. After gaining his B.S. degree in 1996 from the University of South Carolina, Stephen continued on to the USC School of Law. While in law school, he was elected Vice-President of Student Trial Lawyers. He graduated with a Juris Doctor degree in 1999. He has been fighting for the rights of victims ever since. When Stephen says that he is offended by the strong getting their way just because they are strong, he means it.. For nearly ten years, Stephen worked for a non-profit in Columbia, SC, Appleseed Legal Justice Center. There he was involved in major civil rights litigation. In January 2018, Stephen joined the legal team at Stewart Law Offices to continue in his lifework and passion to stand up and fight for those that are in the most difficult times of their lives.. Stephen spends his free time with his wife Holly and five children. He enjoys putting on his chef hat and cooking, indoors and out, for his family. Although Stephen claims to be the king of the basketball court at his house, his children say the jury is still out. If you are injured and need a lawyer who is committed to fighting for you, contact Attorney Stephen Suggs and the legal team at Stewart Law Offices.

George’s practice is concentrated in workers’ compensation claims. He has handled hundreds of cases before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission, including through trial and appeal before the South Carolina Court of Appeals. George has likewise handled hundreds of cases in state and federal courts throughout South Carolina. He is passionate about representing injury victims and takes great pride in the personal relationship he builds with each of his clients.. George holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from The Citadel. After graduating, he accepted a Commission into the U.S. Air Force. He deployed multiple times during his service as an intelligence officer, including tours to Iraq and Qatar. After leaving the Air Force, George attended the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he graduated with honors.

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 over 30 years, Jason A. Shapiro has been a highly recognized and sought after attorney in the state of Maryland. Jason has consistently been recognized as one of Maryland’s Superlawyers, by Best Lawyers in America, and was even named their Lawyer of the Year in 2016.  He’s been honored by his peers in the criminal defense bar by being chosen as their leader, serving as President of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys’ Association from 2010 to 2011. Jason has served as the Managing Partner of Shapiro Zwanetz & Associates which has repeatedly been honored as one of the Best Law Firms in America. This recognition is due not just to the excellent results that Jason’s firm delivers to its clients; it is also due to the firm’s recognition that each client is a unique individual, each deserving of the highest client/customer service.. In serving his community as a Defense Attorney, Jason has defended thousands of Criminal, DUI/DWI, Traffic and Juvenile cases. Jason has handled over 1000 Motor Vehicle Administrative Hearings. Most notably, Jason has successfully defended all types of criminal matters, and securing dismissals of all charges regarding the last two First Degree Murder cases which he co-defended with his partner, David Zwanetz.. Prior to entering the private practice of law, Jason served in the Offices of the State’s Attorneys for both Montgomery and Howard Counties. While serving as an Assistant State’s Attorney, Jason prosecuted a myriad of cases from Misdemeanors and Felonies, and from Agricultural Crimes to First Degree Murder cases. As a prosecutor, Jason was honored to receive the scholarship offered by the Maryland State’s Attorneys’ Association to Career Prosecutor School (a/k/a “Prosecutors’ Top Gun School”).. Jason has lived in the state of Maryland his entire life, grew up in Silver Spring, and has lived in Columbia for nearly the past 35 years. He has been active in the local community, coaching his children’s sports teams; serving on charitable Board of Directors; and was appointed by then – Governor Martin O’Malley to be the Chairman of the Trial Courts Nominating Commission for Howard County from 2007 through 2015.  Since 2017, Jason was elected as the President and Chairman of the Board of "HC DRUG FREE" a non-profit organziation seeking to educate the Howard County community regarding the prevention and treatment of drug and/or alcohol abuse.

Focusing exclusively on DUI and traffic defense, Scott is the author of the groundbreaking book entitled "How to Choose a DUI Lawyer in Maryland". In the book, Scott provides the 11 questions you must ask any lawyer before hiring them AND explains 20 ways the average lawyer can lose a winnable case.

Ellen's 20-year career at Collins & Lacy has involved more than 1,000 cases.  She practices in workers' compensation, is a certified circuit court mediator and also has experience in general litigation and professional liability. She has argued cases to the Full Workers’ Compensation Commission, Circuit Court, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.  Ellen is a native of Cayce, S.C. and received her Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law.  She has been repeatedly named one of the Best Lawyers in America©, and her reputation has earned her a BV Distinguished rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

David is a criminal defense lawyer with over twenty-five years of experience. He has built a successful practice by establishing a unique relationship with each of his clients. His genuine concern for people, along with his dedication to upholding their rights, make him a reliable and trustworthy attorney.. David takes great pride in providing the best defense for his clients, as is evident through his interactions and commitment to each case. He personally manages every detail of every matter he takes on. He understands that the stakes are high, not just for his clients but also for their family members. He is there to guide all of them through a difficult, and often unfamiliar situation.. David is passionate about providing top notch legal criminal defense for his clients who are facing all sorts of charges. He handles DUI cases, juvenile offenses, theft, assault and drug crimes, among others. He understands how important it is to have an experienced professional during these difficult times. David’s clients can count on his unwavering commitment to getting the best possible outcome for their case.. As a Columbia, South Carolina native, David chose to practice law in his hometown, to give back to the community that’s given so much to him. After graduating Law School, David spent two years in Richland County as a public defender. He opened the Law Office of David B. Tarr in the year 2000.

Dan Viets is an attorney in private practice in Columbia, MO, concentrating on the defense of marijuana cases. He has served for many years as the Missouri State Coordinator for NORML. He is a former president of the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, former chair of the board of the Mid-Missouri ACLU, former president of the University of Missouri student body and former chair of the City of Columbia Human Rights Commission.. Dan was the recipient of the 1993 Martin Luther King Association's "Keeping the Dream Alive" award and the 1995 Mid-Missouri "Civil Libertarian of the Year." Dan was named High Times Freedom Fighter of the Month in March, 2005 for his work helping to pass both a marijuana decriminalization initiative and a medical marijuana initiative in the November, 2004 election in Columbia.. He received the 2005 Atticus Finch Outstanding Criminal Defense Lawyer award from the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In January, 2006 he received the Trailblazer award from the Mid-Missouri NAACP.. He received the "Audiencey Award" from Conan O'Brien on the Tonight Show for looking most like the college professor who could always get you weed. Dan hosts a weekly radio program, called "Sex, Drugs and Civil Liberties", on a community station affiliated with National Public Radio.. Dan co-authored Missouri's medical marijuana law and Chaired the Board of the 2018 campaign which passed that law, now Article XIV, Section 1 of Missouri's Constitution. He co-authored Missouri's law legalizing adult use, cultivation and sales of marijuana and Chaired the Advisory Board of the 2022 campaign which passed that law, now Article XIV, Section 2 of Missouri's Constitution.. Dan is President of the national NORML Foundation, Secretary of the national NORML Board, and a Lifetime member of the NORML Legal Committee.

Client Focused. RESULTS DRIVEN. Nick Skorzewski at Cavanaugh & Thickens is YOUR hometown work injury lawyer.. My law practice focuses exclusively on advocating for my clients after they have been injured on the job. My passion for helping people navigate the Workers’ Compensation system comes primarily from two very different experiences.. Prior to becoming an attorney, I worked on the assembly line as an employee at a large manufacturing plant in Greer, South Carolina. Then, following law school, I worked for a large, multi-state defense law firm where I represented insurance carriers exclusively in workers’ compensation matters.. My experience gives me a unique perspective on the struggles of dealing with a work injury and is the foundation for my passion for helping injured employees.. Call me today to set up a free, confidential, and no obligation consultation to discuss your case.

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.

Born and raised in Sumter, South Carolina, attorney Moses earned academic Gold Stars in his freshman year at The Citadel - The Military College of South Carolina. He transferred to Wofford College, where he graduated with honors, cum laude. After earning his J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law, Mr. Moses clerked for the Honorable Thomas W. Cooper, Jr., Circuit Judge of the Third Judicial Circuit. After his clerkship, Mr. Moses became a state prosecutor for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit, prosecuting cases that included DUI offenses, domestic violence (DV), assault and battery, felony drug offenses, burglary, armed robbery, and murder. This litigation experience has proven to be invaluable in his current position as a private attorney.  Mr. Moses handles all types of criminal charges in State and Federal Court, DUI and felony DUI offenses, felony drug offenses, domestic violence charges, assault and battery cases, robbery cases, traffic offenses, and misdemeanors.  In addition to his criminal practice, Mr. Moses also handles a wide variety of civil cases to include personal injury, auto accidents, negligence, wrongful death, and workers compensation claims.

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 Dwight W. Clark established his practice in 1999 with a specific mission: to provide the highest quality, yet affordable legal services possible. Mr. Clark chose to go into the field of law after a career in the Department of Defense. Working in various civil practices, he gained a great deal of experience in family law and landlord/tenant work. His present practice is a reflection of these experiences.. We pride ourselves in serving your family law needs in a professional manner, and in a courteous and friendly atmosphere. We can assist you with family law issues such as prenuptial agreements, separation and property settlements, divorce, alimony, child custody and support, adoptions, and guardianships. Difficult domestic issues often exact a heavy toll on the family members that are affected. This heavy toll is mainly exacted in 3 ways:. Our goal is to help you minimize the adverse effects that the process may have on you and your loved ones.. Dwight Clark is the principle of the Law Firm of Dwight W. Clark L.L.C. He graduated from the University of Baltimore Law School, and has practiced law in Maryland for more than 20 years. He has written and spoken on various issues related to estate planning and family law matters. He is a member of the Family Law Sections of both the Maryland and Howard County Bar Associations.

At the law office of Holly Saleeby Atkins, LLC, we represent working people who have been injured on the job. We get denied claims accepted; we help injured workers receive proper medical care; and, we make sure they receive their weekly benefits.. Our goal is to provide the utmost in quality representation for our clients in order to accomplish the best results possible.. including construction, manufacturing, retail, nursing, and workers for the county, city, and state. If you are injured at work; we can help you. We will make sure you receive the medical care that is requested and necessary from competent doctors. We schedule appointments and get approval for your medical treatment from the insurance companies. We obtain temporary benefits while you are unable to work due to your injury. Finally, we obtain permanent disability benefits based on the disability you suffer because of the work related injury.

Any results the lawyer or the law firm may have achieved on behalf of clients in other matters does not necessarily indicate results can be obtained for other clients.. After working as an attorney in Jackson, Mississippi, Attorney Tom Eller returned to his home state of South Carolina. Here, Eller continued his practice, focusing on personal injury as well as worker’s compensation. His experience in personal injury extends to cases which involve car accidents, defective products, medical malpractice, as well as preventable harm resulting from the negligence of others. His passion for helping clients facing a personal hardship is what drives him to fight for maximum compensation in each case. He understands the strains that personal injuries place on a person both mentally and physically and assures that he will stand by his clients every step of the way.. Before officially beginning his practice, Eller completed his undergraduate coursework at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina. Following undergraduate studies, Eller pursued and graduated cum laude from the University of Mississippi Law School in 2001. After law school, Tom followed his passion and became a lawyer at George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers in Columbia, South Carolina.

Ann has practiced law for over twenty-seven (27) years. Graduating from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1985, she remained in South Carolina to practice law. She describes her work as “an anointing.” It is what she was created to do – “helping injured people.” When people are seriously injured, they are extremely vulnerable and need someone who will take a personal interest in their well-being. She described herself as being equipped by God throughout her career to do just that!. In 1996, she left her private practice to accept an appointment as a Commissioner, by then Governor David Beasley, to the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission and served for a six-year term.  During her term, she also served as Vice-Chairman of the Commission.. After leaving the Workers’ Compensation Commission in 2002, Ms. Mickle opened offices in Rock Hill and Columbia providing legal representation to injured workers. She also handled catastrophic injury, wrongful death and civil cases.  In 2008, she and Alan Bass, another former Commissioner, formed Mickle & Bass, LLC., and opened a third office in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.  Mickle & Bass, LLC is also associated (hired) by other attorneys across the state of South Carolina to assist them with handling their clients’ workers’ compensation claims.  At Mickle & Bass, we use our collective experiences gained as former Workers’ Compensation Commissioners to assist our clients who have been injured on the job.. Ms. Mickle has also served as an officer in numerous community-based organizations and has served as a Board member for several entities, including the South Carolina Bar Association.  She is also regularly enlisted to speak at legal seminars, church services and civic events.

Andrew Popplewell focuses his practice on DWI defense, general criminal defense, alcohol and drug offenses and traffic violations. Andrew grew up and worked on a fifth-generation family farm where he learned early on the importance of personal responsibility and work ethic. In 2001, Andrew graduated from the University of Missouri with a B.S. in Agriculture Economics. He began working for Eng & Woods in 2002 while still in law school and joined the firm as an associate in May 2005. Andrew became a partner with Eng & Woods in January 2010. He is an active member of the Missouri Bar, the Boone County Bar Association and both the Missouri and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Andrew Popplewell successfully handles more than 100 DWI cases yearly, while giving each client the attention they deserve. He has successfully tried multiple cases to both judge and jury resulting in not-guilty verdicts for his clients throughout the state of Missouri. Furthermore, he fights for all of his clients accused of crimes, contesting multiple cases monthly. Andrew obtained certification from the Department of Transportation to administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, a necessity for cross-examining arresting officers. Finally, he is one of only two attorneys in Columbia to attain membership in the prestigious National College for DUI Defense.. Attorneys from outside of Columbia, Missouri and attorneys who do not practice criminal law refer Andrew Popplewell cases on a continual basis — as do former clients. They all know that he is an aggressive lawyer who will give you an honest assessment of your case, and through a combination of knowledge and hard work, fight to get you the best result possible. Andrew received his AV rating from Martindale Hubbell in June, 2013, becoming Columbia’s youngest AV-rated attorney. Martindale-Hubbell has rated attorneys based on anonymous peer and judiciary ratings of attorneys’ legal ability and ethical standards. According to Martindale-Hubbell, the AV rating represents the “highest possible peer review rating in legal ability & ethical standards.” Less than 5% of all attorneys achieve a “AV Preeminent Attorneys” rating.

"I pride myself in providing all my clients with aggressive, yet pragmatic, solutions to complex workers' compensation claims.  Above all, I protect my clients' rights and preserve the integrity of the practice of law."