Attorney General Alan Wilson Issues Consumer Alert: South Carolinians Urged to Delete 23andMe Accounts to Protect Personal Data
March 26, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is urging residents to consider deleting their 23andMe accounts following the genetic testing company’s recent bankruptcy filing. Citing concerns over the potential sale or…
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Laurens County FOP Lodge #29 Hosting Chicken Stew Fundraiser
March 26, 2025
The Laurens County Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #29 is cooking up something special to support its members with a delicious fundraiser featuring Tucker Chicken Stew. For just $10…
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Coffee with a Cop Brings Community Together and Honors Sheriff Don Reynolds
March 24, 2025
Laurens County residents gathered for a well-attended Coffee with a Cop event, hosted by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) and the Laurens Police Department (LPD) on Friday, March 21,…
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Lead prosecutor Creighton Waters discusses public corruption and Murdaugh case at Presbyterian College
March 22, 2025
Creighton Waters, the lead prosecutor in the high-profile Alex Murdaugh trial, delivered the 2025 Samuel C. Waters Lecture in Political Science at Presbyterian College on Wednesday, offering students and attendees an in-depth look at the challenges of…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Meg Scoopmire named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for real estate law in Greenville
March 20, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholder and Real Estate practice group co-leader Meg Scoopmire as a “Lawyer of the Year” in Greenville. This…
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Veteran SEC whistleblower lawyer Rebecca M. Katz launches new firm
March 18, 2025
Katz Whistleblower Law, LLC, founded by leading whistleblower lawyer, Rebecca M. Katz, announces its launch as a premier firm dedicated to representing whistleblowers and exposing corporate misconduct. With over 30…
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Moore & Van Allen Member Lesley Firestone selected for South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Influential Women of Law class
March 18, 2025
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that Environmental Member Lesley A. Firestone was named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s 2025 Influential Women of Law list. Honorees will be formally…
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William Buyck joins Columbia office of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm
March 18, 2025
Attorney William P.A. Buyck III has joined SMITH | ROBINSON law firm in an Of Counsel capacity. He started with the firm in the Columbia office on Feb. 18, and…
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Judge James Conway “Jim” Todd IV Sworn in as Family Court Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit
March 17, 2025
A Momentous Occasion in Laurens On Thursday, March 13, 2025, friends, family, colleagues, and distinguished guests gathered in Laurens to witness the investiture of James Conway “Jim” Todd IV as…
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Turner Padget adds seasoned commercial real estate and finance lawyers
March 11, 2025
Turner Padget announces the addition of Sharon Bramlett as a Columbia-based shareholder and Dylan Crowley as an associate, who will divide his time between the firm’s Columbia and Florence offices.…
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SC Highway Patrol Honors 2024 Trooper and Telecommunications Operator of the Year
March 11, 2025
The South Carolina Highway Patrol announced its 2024 Trooper of the Year and Telecommunications Operator of the Year (TCO) last Friday. The statewide winners were selected from regional winners across…
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Reid Sherard named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Family Law in Greenville, South Carolina
March 10, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholder Reid Sherard “Lawyer of the Year” for Family Law in Greenville, South Carolina. Reid leads HSB’s family…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Sam Mabry receives 2024 ABOTASC Joel W. Collins, Jr. Chapter Service Award
March 7, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. announces that shareholder H. Sam Mabry III received the American Board of Trial Advocates South Carolina Chapter (ABOTASC) Joel W. Collins, Jr. Chapter Service Award at…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C.’s Retail & Hospitality Practice Group welcomes attorney Robert S. Forney
March 5, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. welcomed Robert S. Forney to its expanding Retail & Hospitality Practice Group. An accomplished trial attorney, Rob brings a wealth of litigation experience and a strong…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Andy Seavers, Case Status
February 27, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Experienced litigator and mediator Amy Gaffney launches Gaffney Mediation in South Carolina
February 27, 2025
Amy Gaffney has launched Gaffney Mediation, a premier mediation firm with a focus on providing civil mediation services throughout South Carolina. With a proven track record of mediating hundreds of…
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William Johnson, Frank Davis named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Economic Development Law
February 24, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholders “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in their respective regions. HSB’s Economic Development practice…
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William Johnson, Frank Davis named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Economic Development Law
February 24, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholders “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in their respective regions. HSB’s Economic Development practice…
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Emily Heatwole Keeney appointed Adams and Reese GR Team Leader
February 24, 2025
South Carolina Government Affairs Advisor Emily Heatwole Keeney has been appointed as Adams and Reese Government Relations Team Leader across the law firm’s national footprint. Ms. Keeney fills the role…
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Coffee with a Cop: LPD and LCSO Team Up to Connect with the Community
February 24, 2025
Laurens residents will have an opportunity to engage with local law enforcement in a relaxed setting during Coffee with a Cop on Friday, March 21, from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m.…
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Attorney III
February 20, 2025
The State Treasurer’s Office promotes a culture that is a fast-paced environment that supports high performance, exceptional work product, accountability and collaboration. Serves as a senior staff attorney under the…
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Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball
February 20, 2025
Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball Furman University presented a number of major awards at its annual Bell Tower Ball Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. Under the glow…
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Clinton Police Department Hosts Open Hiring Day on February 19
February 16, 2025
The Clinton Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join its ranks and serve the community. On Wednesday, February 19, the department will host an Open Hiring Day, providing…
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Cordes Kennedy joins Robinson Gray as member
February 12, 2025
Cordes B. Kennedy has joined Robinson Gray law firm as a member. Cordes is an experienced personal injury defense attorney and will focus his practice at the firm on healthcare…
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Laurens Native James Conway “Jim” Todd IV Elected Family Court Judge
February 10, 2025
James Conway “Jim” Todd IV, a Laurens native, has been elected to serve as a Family Court judge for the 8th Judicial Circuit. His election by the South Carolina General…
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Joye Law Firm to Award $14,000 in 2025 Scholarship Program
February 9, 2025
Joye Law Firm recently announced the launch of its 2025 Scholarship Program, beginning on February 1st. Since its inception in 2006, the firm has awarded over $300,000 in scholarships to…
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CREW Midlands-SC announces 2025 Board of Directors
February 5, 2025
CREW Midlands-SC announced its 2025 Board of Directors to lead the local chapter of CREW Network, the leading global business network in commercial real estate. Marie Dieckmann, Senior Associate with…
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Shanon Peake named to S.C. Bar’s 2025 S.C. Bar Leadership Academy
February 5, 2025
Shanon N. Peake, a member of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm, has been named to the South Carolina Bar’s 2025 Leadership Academy, a selective program designed to train the next…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson urges SC sheriffs to partner with ICE on immigration enforcement
February 5, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson sent a letter today to the state’s 46 sheriffs encouraging them to work with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) to perform some immigration…
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SC Human Trafficking Task Force launches $6.5 million grant program to help child and teen human trafficking victims
February 1, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Chair of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, announced the launch of a $6.5 million grant program. The General Assembly appropriated the one-time…
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Richard Riley, David Wilkins honored with S.C. Supreme Court Lifetime Achievement Award
January 30, 2025Richard Riley and David Wilkins Two South Carolina statesmen and members of the legal profession—Richard Riley and David Wilkins—were recently honored with the Chief Justice’s Award for Outstanding Contributions…
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InvestiNet names Amy Nodine Chief Compliance Officer
January 29, 2025
Nodine will oversee the company’s complex compliance initiatives InvestiNet, a full-service collections network and innovation leader in the accounts receivable industry, has announced the promotion of Amy Nodine from executive…
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Pope Flynn governmental law attorney Ginny Bozeman receives certification as South Carolina State Court Mediator
January 29, 2025
Virginia “Ginny” Bozeman, a governmental law attorney with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm that focuses on governmental and public finance matters, has been certified as a South Carolina Court…
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Moore & Van Allen Member Charles Jordan honored by Charleston Business Magazine
January 27, 2025
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that Health Care Member Charles M. Jordan, Jr. was named to Charleston Business Magazine’s 50 Most Influential for 2024 list, which recognizes individuals…
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Brooks Gaylord joins Wyche’s Commercial Real Estate Practice Group
January 23, 2025
Former General Counsel brings extensive experience in real estate transactions, finance, and development Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Brooks Gaylord has joined…
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Burnette again listed among the 50 Most Influential
January 22, 2025
Malissa Burnette, a founding partner at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, is being honored again in Columbia Business Monthly’s 50 Most Influential list of the Midlands. Long a leader in civil…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Reflects on 2024 Achievements
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has released its 2024 year-in-review statistics, highlighting significant strides in public safety and community engagement. The department responded to 36,216 calls for service in…
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Richland County Bar Association new leadership for 2025
January 15, 2025
The Richland County Bar Association (RCBA) announced its new leadership for 2025 following formal confirmation at the association’s December 2024 annual meeting. The RCBA is one of the largest county bars…
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Turner Padget Workers’ Comp Practice Chair Mike Chase relocates to Greenville to lead upstate client development initiatives
January 15, 2025
Turner Padget announces the relocation of its shareholder and Workers’ Compensation Defense Practice leader, Michael E. Chase, from Columbia to Greenville, South Carolina. “Mike has been a dedicated and influential…
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Tax Season Opens January 27 for South Carolinians
January 15, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) announced that the 2024 Individual Income Tax filing season will open on January 27, 2025, aligning with the IRS’s start date. Due to…
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Bettis Law Group, LLP
January 13, 2025
Bettis Law Group, LLP (formerly Gignilliat, Savitz & Bettis, LLP) has maintained an atmosphere of professional and financial accessibility to our clients for more than 40 years. Our role is…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C.’s Construction Practice Group welcomes attorney Kevin D. Maroney
January 13, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that attorney Kevin D. Maroney has joined the firm. A graduate of the Joseph F. Rice School of Law at the University of South Carolina,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson releases 2024 SC Human Trafficking Task Force Annual Report
January 13, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Chair of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, released the 2024 Annual Report at the State House today. Task Force leadership joined him…
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Community Effort Leads to Arrest Through Laurens County Crime Stoppers
January 13, 2025
The Laurens County Crime Stoppers Board would like to report that an anonymous tip led to the 12/14/2024 arrest of Terrence Williams, wanted for the December 13th murder of Quienzavius…
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K&L Gates names nearly 35 new partners, of counsel, and policy professionals across firm
January 9, 2025
The partners of global law firm K&L Gates LLP have voted to elect the following individuals from across the firm’s global platform as new partners, of counsel, government affairs counselors, and government…
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Collins & Lacy, P.C. announces attorney elevations
January 8, 2025
Next Generation of Firm Leadership Collins & Lacy, P.C., a leading South Carolina business defense law firm, announced the elevation of four attorneys. Attorneys Molly Flynn, Evan Gessner, Henry McMaster,…
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Court Walsh of Robinson Gray appointed to S.C. Contractor’s Licensing Board
January 8, 2025
Court Walsh, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been appointed by Gov. Henry McMaster to the South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board. The board regulates the licensing, certification or…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Pushes Back Against Unlawful Racial Discrimination in Law School Admissions
January 7, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson signed onto a letter raising concerns that proposed changes to the American Bar Association’s (ABA) admission standards for law schools violate a Supreme Court…
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Maynard Nexsen elevates nine attorneys to Shareholder
January 7, 2025
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced the promotion of nine attorneys to Shareholder, effective January 1, 2025. The Firm’s new shareholders include…
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Turner Padget elevates Ben Calhoun to Shareholder
January 7, 2025
Turner Padget announces the elevation of Benjamin E. Calhoun as a shareholder. Calhoun is based in the firm’s Columbia office, where he is a member of the nationally recognized Workplace…
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