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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Lucius Bullock joins Smith Robinson law firm as associate
January 7, 2025
Attorney Lucius Bullock has joined SMITH | ROBINSON law firm as an associate, practicing in the areas of insurance defense, medical malpractice defense, general litigation, and tort claims act litigation.…
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FordHarrison announces new office managing partner in Spartanburg office
January 7, 2025
FordHarrison LLP, a management-side labor and employment law firm, announced that the firm has named new office managing partners in three offices, effective January 1, 2025, including: Jeffrey A. Lehrer…
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Burnette wins Toal award from South Carolina Women Lawyers Association
January 7, 2025
Malissa Burnette, a founding partner at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has received the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association Jean Hoefer Toal Award. It’s an honor the organization rarely bestows. Burnette…
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DeLuca Maucher Law Offices
January 6, 2025
If you, a family member, a friend, or a co-worker have been injured in an automobile accident, tractor-trailer accident, motorcycle accident, DUI accident, or suffered any other personal injury, you…
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Jury Duty Scam Resurfaces in Laurens County: Stay Vigilant
January 5, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is alerting residents to the reemergence of the jury duty scam, a scheme that has made rounds in the community before. While not a…
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SLED Urges Public to Stay Vigilant and Report Suspicious Activity
January 5, 2025
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is urging residents to remain vigilant and proactive in reporting any suspicious activity, following recent security threats in the Southeast, including incidents in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd elects new Shareholders
January 3, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Tyler K. Gilliam and Jonathan D. Klett have been elected as Shareholders in the firm, effective January 1, 2025. Tyler Gilliam is a business…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson files brief in support of national TikTok ban
January 1, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson stood with a coalition of 21 attorneys general in asking the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia to uphold the…
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Loose Threads Quilt Guild’s 2024 Donation Brings Comfort to Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
December 30, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) recognized the extraordinary generosity and community spirit of the Loose Threads Quilt Guild for their 2024 donation of 100 handcrafted comfort quilts. These quilts…
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Former Assistant County Attorney Kimberly Wunder joins Pope Flynn
December 27, 2024
Kimberly Wunder, a former in-house local government attorney, has joined Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm that focuses on governmental and public finance matters. Wunder will focus on providing cities,…
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Spreading Holiday Cheer: Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Christmas for Kids Program
December 22, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Christmas for Kids program has once again brought holiday cheer to families across the community. This year, the program provided assistance to more than 250…
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Maddie Hines’ Legacy Honored as Trial Brings Closure to Family
December 18, 2024
The three-day trial of the man responsible for the tragic death of three-year-old Maddie Hines concluded this week, just days before Christmas. The jury deliberated for less than an hour…
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LEAD 2024 thanks sponsors for their support of law enforcement and another successful event
December 18, 2024
LEAD (Law Enforcement Appreciation Day) Upstate celebrates the overwhelming success of its 10th annual event, held on September 20th at the Greenville Downtown Airport, where approximately 620 law enforcement officers…
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Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, L.L.P. welcomes new partner
December 18, 2024
Jeffrey D. Hopkins joins Barnes Alford as the firm’s newest partner effective January 1, 2025 Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, LLP is pleased to announce that Jeffrey D. Hopkins has…
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Betsy Gray receives lifetime achievement award from Chief Justice Kittredge
December 17, 2024
Betsy Gray, a founding member of Robinson Gray law firm, was honored with the Chief Justice’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Legal Profession, known as the Lifetime Achievement Award.…
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Drew Clawson of Kinard Consulting to join Maynard Nexsen Government Solutions Team
December 16, 2024
Drew Clawson of Kinard Consulting will join the Government Solutions Team at Maynard Nexsen on December 30. Drew joined Kinard Consulting, LLC in 2016. Since taking over the firm in…
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FBI Warns of Growing Impact of Tech Support and Government Impersonation Scams as Impact on South Carolina Seniors Increases
December 16, 2024
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a public warning regarding an increase in advanced tech support scams specifically targeting seniors across South Carolina. The scams involve sophisticated schemes…
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South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) Presidents’ Council announces Lexington attorney Gary Jack Duncan recipient of prestigious service award
December 13, 2024
The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) Presidents’ Council has recognized attorney Jack Duncan with the Mullis Award of Excellence. This distinguished honor celebrates outstanding service, dedication, and contributions to…
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Turner Padget welcomes seasoned litigator Rob Peele
December 12, 2024
Turner Padget announces the addition of Robert McNair Peele, III, as a shareholder in the firm’s Columbia office. Peele is an experienced litigator who defends businesses and professionals in civil…
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Adam Neil Bolsters Parker Poe’s litigation services in Columbia
December 11, 2024
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP announced that Adam Neil has joined the firm’s Columbia office as counsel. Adam has more than 20 years of experience trying cases and handling…
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Michal Kalwajtys promoted to Of Counsel with Baker, Ravenel & Bender
December 11, 2024
Attorney Michal Kalwajtys has been promoted to Of Counsel with Baker, Ravenel & Bender law firm, effective Dec. 1. Kalwajtys has served in the capacity of associate since joining the…
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