Criminal Defense lawyers in South Carolina Patrick L. to Robert Lusk

Firm: Richard A. Harpootlian, PA

1410 Laurel St , Columbia , South Carolina 29201 Zip code: 29201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Richard “Dick” Ara Harpootlian is one of South Carolina’s leading courtroom advocates with 30 years of trial experience as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and civil litigator. Mr. Harpootlian’s dynamic and persuasive advocacy style and record of success has earned him a reputation amongst South Carolina’s legal community as a lawyer who can get results.. Mr. Harpootlian began his career as a prosecutor in the Fifth Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Within two years, he was named Deputy Solicitor and tasked with the administration and supervision of over 20 prosecutors and staff members. As the Fifth Circuit’s chief homicide prosecutor, Mr. Harpootlian personally prosecuted hundreds of murder cases, including 12 death penalty cases.. He defended one of those convictions on appeal before the United States Supreme Court. In 1983, Mr. Harpootlian earned a conviction in the prosecution of Donald “Pee Wee” Gaskins—South Carolina’s most notorious serial killer. Mr. Gaskins was sentenced to death. In 1990, Mr. Harpootlian was elected as Fifth Circuit Solicitor, winning by a margin of almost 2-1. He served from 1991 until 1995. As Solicitor, he personally prosecuted and obtained convictions in a number of high-profile murder, drug, and public corruption cases. In 1991, Mr. Harpootlian prosecuted and convicted ex-University of South Carolina President Jim Holderman for public corruption charges arising from the abuse of his office for personal gain.. For the last 20 years, Mr. Harpootlian’s private practice has earned him state and national recognition for his efforts on behalf of civil litigants and criminal defendants, including a number of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, some of which are listed here.. In addition to his law practice, Mr. Harpootlian has been active in South Carolina politics. He was popularly elected and served on Richland County Council from 1986 to 1991. He served as Chairman of the South Carolina Democratic Party from 1998 to 2003 and again from 2011 to 2013. During his first tenure as Chair, the Party elected Governor James Hodges, the first candidate to unseat an incumbent South Carolina governor, and five other Democrats to statewide office.. Mr. Harpootlian’s views as a commentator on law and politics are regularly sought by national news programs. He has appeared on 60 Minutes, Good Morning America, ABC Nightly News, NBC Nightly News, Dateline NBC, and various CNN, MSNBC, CNBC, and Fox News broadcasts. He is also frequently quoted in local, state, and national publications, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe, the Los Angeles Times, and TIME Magazine.. Mr. Harpootlian has been invited to share his experience with bar colleges as a lecture for the South Carolina Bar Association on topics including class action litigation and criminal defense. For the last 20 years, he has lectured newly barred South Carolina lawyers during the Bridge the Gap Program. He is a former chair of the Criminal Law Section of the South Carolina Bar Association and a past member of the South Carolina Bar Board of Grievance and Discipline. He has served on the South Carolina Chief Justice’s Blue Ribbon Committee on Docketing and he is an adjunct professor at the University of South Carolina School of Law.

Firm: Law Office of Robert W. Harrell, III LLC

2000 Sam Rittenberg Blvd , Charleton , South Carolina 29407 Zip code: 29407

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Prior to forming the Law Office of Robert W. Harrell, III L.L.C., Trey Harrell was an associate at a prominent law firm, where his practiced focused on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury.  Additionally, Trey has courtroom experience as an assistant solicitor for the First Judicial Circuit and a former Law Clerk to the Honorable JC Nicholson, Jr.. Trey is a third generation Charlestonian and his roots in the community run deep.  He is the grandson of Commissioner Robert W. “Bob” Harrell, Sr., former SCDOT Highway Commissioner, and the son of Speaker Robert W.  “Bobby” Harrell, Jr., former Speaker of the South Carolina House of Representatives.. Trey and his wife, Amber, live in Mt. Pleasant with their baby girl, Lucy.  When he is not working with clients, he enjoys taking his wife to dinner, being out on the water and rooting for his Gamecocks.

Firm: McCoy Law Group, LLC.

15 Prioleau Street , Charleston , South Carolina 29401 Zip code: 29401

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Peter McCoy’s legal background has given him the experience and knowledge needed to vigorously defend the rights of his clients in all courts in South Carolina. Whether it is a criminal defense case, DUI, family law matter, or a personal injury case, Peter McCoy is prepared to handle all the needs of his clients. During law school, Peter clerked for the Ninth Circuit Solicitor’s Office during his summer and winter breaks from school. After graduation, he was hired as an Assistant Solicitor for the Ninth Circuit by Solicitor Ralph Hoisington.. After spending more than five years as a criminal prosecutor, Peter has handled thousands of drug, drug trafficking, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery, white collar, DUI, and felony DUI crimes in Charleston County. He started off his work as a prosecutor by being the lead DUI prosecutor for Charleston County. In this capacity, he prosecuted countless DUI and Felony DUI cases throughout the Ninth Circuit. For his remaining tenure as a criminal prosecutor, Peter handled violent, gun, and drug crimes. He has extensive court room experience having handled numerous jury trials for some of the most serious crimes in Charleston County. In 2010, when Peter was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives he left the Solicitor’s Office and opened up his own firm.. Since entering private practice, Peter has practiced extensively in Magistrate, Municipal, General Sessions, Common Pleas, and Federal District Court handling cases that range from speeding tickets, to serious criminal felony charges, to numerous civil disputes ranging from car accidents to libel/slander defamation suits. In September 2011, Peter and Joshua P. Stokes merged their individual practices to form McCoy & Stokes, LLC. In April 2013, Peter was one of seven lawyers throughout South Carolina selected as a 2013 Super Lawyers Rising Star in the practice area of Criminal Defense Law. Mr. McCoy also holds the highest peer-reviewed, professional rating (“AV Preeminent“) available from Martindale-Hubbell reflecting a combination of “Very High General Ethical Standards” and overall “Legal Ability”.. Peter’s years at the Solicitor’s office coupled with his service as an elected official have earned him the reputation as a honest, fair, and hard working trial lawyer. He has been awarded the Key to the Town of James Island, he sits on the advisory board to the Save the Morris Island Lighthouse, and is a regular lecturer at the College of Charleston, the Citadel, and Trident Technical College on the topics of Criminal Law and Local Politics.. Having come from a long line of attorneys who have served South Carolina in the Legislative and Judicial branches of State Government, Peter has a deep commitment to the people of the State of South Carolina. Peter and his law firm look forward to helping with you with all of your legal concerns and needs.

Firm: VANNOY LAW FIRM

105 Carolina Avenue , Moncks Corner , South Carolina 29461 Zip code: 29461

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I advocate on behalf of those who have been criminally charged, wrongfully accused, persecuted, oppressed, victimized, or injured.  I defend the Constitution and champion its protections.  Brady Vannoy

1720 Main St Ste 301 , Columbia , South Carolina 29201 Zip code: 29201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: The Thompson Law Firm, LLC

183 Connecticut Avenue , Spartanburg , South Carolina 29302 Zip code: 29302

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Husted Law Firm, LLC

222 W Coleman Blvd Ste 204 , Mount Pleasant , South Carolina 29464 Zip code: 29464

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Patrick L. Mangrum, L.L.C.

100 Williams Street South  29601 , Greenville , South Carolina 29613 Zip code: 29613

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

2000 College Ave , Anderson , South Carolina 29621 Zip code: 29621

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1072 King St Ste E , Charleston , South Carolina 29403 Zip code: 29403

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Lake & Lake

1325 Main St South  291083429 , Newberry , South Carolina 29108 Zip code: 29108

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

2183 Palermo Pl , Charleston , South Carolina 29406 Zip code: 29406

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Seaton & Duncan, Attorneys At Law, LLC

112 Broughton Rd , Moncks Corner , South Carolina 29461 Zip code: 29461

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Richard Warder Criminal Defense Attorney

15 Primrose Street , Greenville , South Carolina 29601 Zip code: 29601

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Are you facing criminal charges? If so, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side.. Richard Warder Criminal Defense Attorney has been practicing law for over 40 years in the state of South Carolina. He offers an aggressive and proactive defense on behalf of his clients in the state and federal courts. Attorney Warder is a tough litigator and will fight to achieve the best possible outcome for you while standing up for your rights as a citizen.. To schedule a free consultation with Richard Warder Criminal Defense Attorney, call today!

Po Box 98 , Abbeville , South Carolina 29620 Zip code: 29620

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Wicker & Senn, P.A.

398   1309 Hunt St South  29108 , Newberry , South Carolina 29108 Zip code: 29108

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

804 Laurens Road , Greenville , South Carolina 28607 Zip code: 28607

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am a trial lawyer. I represent people, never corporations or insurance companies. I fight for people in criminal, famly and civil courts.. Upon graduation from law school in 1988, I spent four years on active duty as a Navy JAG Officer. I represented hundreds of Sailors and Marines charged with everything from Unauthorized Absence to Murder. I then spent 17 years in the Navy Reserve and retired as a Commander (0-5).. After spending six years as an Assitant Solicitor in the 13th Circuit, I went into private practice in Upstate South Carolina. I have been battling in court for y clients ever since.. I represent folks charged with everything from DUI to Murde. I represent folks going through a divorce and custody disputes. I represent folks that have been injured and are seeking recovery.. My staff and I take each case personally. WE ANSWER QUESTIONS AND WE RETRN CALLS!

Firm: Charleston County Public Defender's Office

101 Meeting St , Charleston , South Carolina 29401 Zip code: 29401

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

233 Muirfield Dr , Pawleys Island , South Carolina 29585 Zip code: 29585

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Kenyon & Lusk

Po Box 1286 , Anderson , South Carolina 29622 Zip code: 29622

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense