W. David Conner named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants in Greenville
June 26, 2026Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder David Conner has been named Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants in Greenville, South Carolina, for…
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Wyche enhances employment practice with addition of Ashley Robertson Parr
June 25, 2026Wyche, a full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Ashley Robertson Parr has joined the firm’s employment practice. Parr is an experienced employment attorney who assists clients in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd team receives Local Counsel of the Year Award from New Civil Liberties Alliance
June 24, 2026Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder Steve A. Matthews and associate Sarah Hodges recently received the “George Washington Award for Local Counsel of the Year” from the New Civil…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Earns Reaccreditation Through South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation Program
June 24, 2026In June 2026, the City of Fountain Inn Police Department earned reaccreditation through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (SCLEA) Program, reaffirming the department’s commitment to excellence, professionalism, accountability, and…
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Know Before You Glow: A Guide to Firework Laws Across the Golden Strip
June 22, 2026As Independence Day approaches, skies across the Upstate are preparing to light up for the nation’s 250th birthday. However, before you head out to stock up on legal consumer-grade pyrotechnics,…
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Laurens Police Department Now Hiring for Sergeant, Officer Positions
June 22, 2026The Laurens Police Department is accepting applications for two positions as it looks to grow its ranks. The department is hiring for a police sergeant and a Class I police…
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Luther Battiste recognized by Emory Law School as a 2026 Alumni Award recipient
June 16, 2026Emory University School of Law has recognized Columbia attorney and civic leader Luther J. Battiste III with a Distinguished Alumni Award, the law school’s highest honor. The award celebrates his…
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Turner Padget welcomes Daniel Callahan to Greenville office
June 16, 2026Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that Daniel Callahan has joined the firm as Of Counsel in the Greenville office. He is a member of the firm’s Real Estate…
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McMaster Signs ‘Fargo’s Law’ to Strengthen Protections for South Carolina Police Animals
June 15, 2026Standing alongside law enforcement leaders and K-9 handlers, Governor Henry McMaster held a ceremonial bill signing to officially enact legislation that dramatically increases criminal penalties for injuring or killing police…
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Lindsay A. Joyner appointed to South Carolina Access to Justice Commission
June 10, 2026Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) shares that Lindsay A. Joyner has been appointed by Chief Justice John W. Kittredge to the South Carolina Access to Justice (SCATJ) Commission. Joyner has been…
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Newsome Law’s Andrew W. Saleeby selected as a South Carolina Rising Star by Super Lawyers
June 10, 2026Saleeby recognized for excellence in Tax Law in the 2026 South Carolina edition of Super Lawyers magazine Newsome Brannon & McDonald, LLC, a solutions-focused tax, estate and trust firm, is proud to announce that…
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Legal 500 recognizes J. Calhoun Watson of Robinson Gray for commercial disputes work
June 9, 2026Cal Watson of Robinson Gray has been recognized in the 2026 edition of the Legal 500 US Southeast Elite for[CW1.1] his work in the practice area of commercial disputes. Legal…
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Sally Purnell named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants in Greenville
June 9, 2026Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder Sally McMillan Purnell has been named “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants in Greenville, South Carolina for 2026. The…
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Moore & Van Allen’s Charleston office earns numerous practice and attorney rankings in Chambers USA Guide 2026
June 8, 2026Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that Chambers ranked the firm’s South Carolina Health Care law practice as one of the top in the state. Additionally, Chambers ranked the…
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Chambers USA honors Robinson Gray for 23rd year
June 8, 2026Robinson Gray has been recognized by Chambers USA for its 23rd consecutive year. In the 2026 guide, the firm was recognized in three practice areas: general commercial litigation, real estate,…
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Cassidy Coates Price recognized in 2026 Chambers USA Guide
June 8, 2026Cassidy Coates Price, P.A. has been recognized in the 2026 Chambers USA Guide for its work in General Commercial Litigation in South Carolina, with Trey Suggs receiving individual recognition for…
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South Carolina Governor Signs Fargo’s Law, Delivering Stronger Protections for Law Enforcement K-9s
June 7, 2026A years-long effort to strengthen legal protections for South Carolina’s law enforcement animals reached a milestone Wednesday morning, June 3rd, when Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation honoring the K-9s who…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd earns prominent rankings for practices and attorneys in Chambers USA 2026 Guide
June 4, 2026Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., has once again earned distinguished recognition in the Chambers and Partners USA 2026 Guide, a testament to the firm’s commitment to legal excellence across South Carolina.…
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Local Bakery Kickstarts Week for Simpsonville Police with Fresh Donations
June 3, 2026Members of the Simpsonville Police Department received a flavorful surprise to start their work week, thanks to a generous delivery from a local business. Elise Greenville, a prominent local cottage…
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MBM partner, Sheila McNair Robinson, named one of South Carolina’s Influential Women in Law
June 1, 2026Moore Bradley Myers announced that partner, Sheila McNair Robinson, has been named as one of the 2026 Influential Women in Law by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. This award recognizes outstanding…
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June Is Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina
June 1, 2026June marks Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina, a statewide initiative led by PalmettoPride and the South Carolina Litter Control Association aimed at reducing litter, illegal dumping, and…
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South Carolina First in Nation to Designate Annual Gold Shield Day for Fallen First Responders
May 27, 2026South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has signed legislation making the Palmetto State the first in the nation to permanently designate June 1 as “Gold Shield Day,” an annual day of…
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Turner Padget expands Charleston office with the addition of litigator Brian Hubacher
May 26, 2026Turner Padget has added attorney Brian Hubacher as Of Counsel in its Charleston office, continuing the firm’s strategic growth and further strengthening its regionally-ranked litigation team. Hubacher represents individuals and…
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Midlands Technical College’s newest police officer receives J.P. Strom Award from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
May 26, 2026The Midlands Technical College Police Department (MTCPD) welcomed its newest officer, William Reiss, following his graduation from the Basic Law Enforcement Class at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (SCCJA)…
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Laurens County Community Raises More Than $18,000 at LCSO Jail and Bail Fundraiser
May 25, 2026The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is expressing gratitude to the community after this year’s Jail and Bail fundraiser surpassed expectations, raising more than $18,000 for the Christmas for Kids program.…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free Law in Full Effect as 100 Deadly Days of Summer Begin
May 25, 2026Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging drivers to put the phone down before getting…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Ashley Stevens to Charleston office
May 22, 2026Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Ashley E. Stevens has joined the firm as an associate in the Charleston office. She works primarily with the firm’s insurance defense and litigation…
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Mauldin Honors Public Safety Leaders: 2025 Officer and Firefighter of the Year Named
May 20, 2026The city of Mauldin took time to honor those who protect and serve the community during Monday night’s City Council meeting. In partnership with American Legion Post 271, local officials…
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Mauldin Police Remind Public of GateWay Bridge Rules After Sign Falls onto I-385
May 20, 2026The Mauldin Police Department is reminding the public of safety rules governing use of the Mauldin GateWay Bridge after a sign fell from the structure onto I-385 Sunday afternoon, nearly…
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Simpsonville Officers Honored for Life-Saving Cardiac Responses
May 20, 2026Three Simpsonville Police Department officers were recognized last Thursday at the Greenville County EMS Cardiac Survivors Award Ceremony for their heroic actions in successfully resuscitating cardiac arrest victims in 2025.…
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Laurens County Coroner’s Office Commissions Two Human Remains Detection K9s
May 20, 2026The Laurens County Coroner’s Office has commissioned two nationally certified Human Remains Detection K9s, expanding its investigative capabilities for death investigations and search operations across Laurens County and surrounding areas.…
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LCSO’s Biggest Fundraiser of the Year Gives You a Perfectly Legal Reason to Get Someone Arrested
May 20, 2026Word on the street is that the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is conducting the largest roundup of willing suspects in county history — and they are looking for a few…
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Molly Campolong named Chair of Meritas’ Emerging Leaders Advisory Board
May 19, 2026Molly Campolong, a member at Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffite, has been appointed Chair of the Emerging Leaders Advisory Board of Meritas. Meritas is an invitation-only alliance of business law…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorney Rob Tiro graduates from Leadership Greenville Class 52
May 19, 2026Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that attorney Rob Tiro has graduated from Leadership Greenville, the Greenville Chamber’s flagship leadership development program. Leadership Greenville is a ten-month intensive experience designed to…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Becomes First Greenville County Agency to Receive SAFE Designation
May 18, 2026The Fountain Inn Police Department was officially presented with the Sexual Assault Forensic Excellence (SAFE) Designation during the Fountain Inn City Council meeting on May 14, 2026, becoming the first law…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Honors Lieutenant Bobby Nelson Upon Retirement After 28 Years of Service
May 18, 2026The Fountain Inn Police Department is bidding farewell to a foundational leader this week as Lieutenant Bobby Nelson officially retires following nearly three decades of dedicated law enforcement service to…
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Lewis Babcock founder honored in “Super Lawyers”
May 18, 2026Lewis Babcock co-founder Keith Babcock again is honored in “Super Lawyers,” a national directory that aims to identify outstanding attorneys across the country. This marks the 19th year Babcock has…
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South Carolina Law Now Protects Farmers’ Roadside Markets from Commercial Zoning, Regulation
May 17, 2026South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation into law May 15 that gives the state’s farmers new protections for roadside markets, shielding them from commercial zoning requirements and regulations that…
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Lindsay A. Joyner accepts nomination as fellow of American Bar Foundation
May 12, 2026Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) announced that Lindsay A. Joyner has accepted an invitation to become a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF). Fellows membership is by invitation only and…
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Service and Sacrifice: Acknowledging Laurens County Law Enforcement During National Police Week
May 11, 2026National Police Week runs from Sunday, May 10 through Saturday, May 16 this year, and serves as a time for communities across the country to pause and recognize the men…
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LEAD Upstate announces Kelly Willenberg as Presenting Sponsor for 2026 Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
May 11, 2026Greenville Healthcare Compliance Leader and Distracted Driving Advocate Brings Personal Mission to Annual Law Enforcement Event LEAD Upstate announced Dr. Kelly Willenberg, owner of Kelly Willenberg & Associates, as the…
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Service and Sacrifice: Acknowledging Upstate South Carolina Law Enforcement During National Police Week
May 11, 2026National Police Week runs from Sunday, May 10 through Saturday, May 16 this year, and serves as a time for communities across the country to pause and recognize the men…
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LEAD Upstate Launches Comprehensive Mental Health Program for Local Officers
May 6, 2026LEAD Upstate, the organization behind Greenville County’s annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, is proud to announce the launch of a new year-round initiative: the “Stay with Me” Mental Health and…
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Women of Construction Summer Summit
May 5, 2026June 11-12, 2026 Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront 45 Lockwood Dr Charleston, SC 29401 The Women of Construction Summer Summit brings together leaders, builders, realtors, attorneys and innovators shaping the future…
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Griffin Humphries founders again recognized in “Super Lawyers”
May 3, 2026Griffin Humphries founding members Jim Griffin and Badge Humphries are included in the 2026 update of “Super Lawyers,” a peer-reviewed directory of the nation’s leading attorneys . Both have been…
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Governor McMaster Hosts STEM Signing Day; Denounces Political Violence Following National Incident
May 3, 2026Governor Henry McMaster took to the Statehouse steps to celebrate the next generation of South Carolina innovators while simultaneously addressing a jarring national security incident. In a series of public…
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9 Merline & Meacham attorneys honored by Super Lawyers
May 1, 2026Merline & Meacham, P.A. announced 9 of its attorneys have been honored as South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2026. The full list is available at superlawyers.com. The honorees were recognized…
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Cassidy Coates Price attorneys named to 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers List
May 1, 2026Five attorneys at Cassidy Coates Price P.A. have been selected to the 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers® list, an honor awarded to no more than five percent of attorneys statewide.…
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11 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 30, 2026Haynsworth 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…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2026 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
April 30, 2026Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Emily Collins Brown, Jeffrey D. Hopkins, Joshua G. Hill,…
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