11 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers

April 30, 2026

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that 11 attorneys have been recognized on the 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers list, a prominent legal ranking published annually by Thomson Reuters. This year’s honorees include six attorneys named as South Carolina Super Lawyers and five South Carolina Rising Stars.

Shareholder Reid T. Sherard, based in the firm’s Greenville office, has earned a place on the Top 10: South Carolina Super Lawyers list, an elite distinction reserved for attorneys in the state who are held in the highest regard by both clients and peers. This marks his first appearance on the list, after appearing on the Top 25: South Carolina Super Lawyers list eight times since 2017. This honor is a testament to his ongoing leadership in the legal community and commitment to excellence in his practice.

Each year, the Super Lawyers selection process evaluates attorneys across the candidate pool using 12 key indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement, with selections made on a state-by-state basis to highlight the nation’s top legal talent. Attorneys named to the Super Lawyers list represent the top 5% of attorneys in their state, while the Rising Stars designation recognizes attorneys who are either under 40 years of age or have fewer than 10 years of legal experience.

The Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2026 are:

COLUMBIA

  • Steve Matthews – Appellate
  • Stan McGuffin – Bankruptcy: Business
  • Kathleen Muthig – Real Estate (Rising Star)
  • Benton Williamson – Real Estate

GREENVILLE

  • Patrick Bradley – Construction Litigation (Rising Star)
  • Tyler Gilliam – Business & Corporate (Rising Star)
  • Jonathan Klett – Business Litigation (Rising Star)
  • Sam Mabry – Business Litigation
  • Kathy McKinney – Government Finance
  • Mackenzie Ruroede – Family Law (Rising Star)
  • Reid Sherard – Family Law

About Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.

Established in 1887, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is a full-service law firm delivering strategic, efficient and results-driven legal solutions to clients across the Carolinas and beyond. With more than 120 attorneys, we are well-positioned to handle complex legal matters for local, national and international clients. Learn more at hsblawfirm.com.