Lindsay Joyner becomes President of the South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division
July 19, 2017
Gallivan White Boyd, is pleased to announce that attorney Lindsay Joyner has ascended to the office of President of the South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division. Joyner had previously served…
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Lindsay Joyner becomes President of the South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division
July 19, 2017
Gallivan White Boyd, is pleased to announce that attorney Lindsay Joyner has ascended to the office of President of the South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division. Joyner had previously served…
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H-1B Visa Alternatives: Options Available to Those Unlucky in the H-1B Lottery: Part 1
July 18, 2017
By Becky Sigmund and John Hill Many South Carolina companies use the H-1B visa category to employ foreign workers who are skilled professionals. This visa category is subject to…
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H-1B Visa Alternatives: Options Available to Those Unlucky in the H-1B Lottery: Part 1
July 18, 2017
By Becky Sigmund and John Hill Many South Carolina companies use the H-1B visa category to employ foreign workers who are skilled professionals. This visa category is subject to…
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Katie Monoc appointed to S.C. Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Section Council
July 11, 2017Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced that attorney Kathleen Fowler Monoc has been appointed to the S.C. Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Section Council for a one-year term, effective July 1.…
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Katie Monoc appointed to S.C. Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Section Council
July 11, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced that attorney Kathleen Fowler Monoc has been appointed to the S.C. Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Section Council for a one-year term, effective July 1.…
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McNair Director of Marketing and Business Development named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United
July 6, 2017Kathryn Whitaker, McNair’s Director of Marketing and Business Development, has been named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United, effective July 1, 2017. She will serve a year in…
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McNair Director of Marketing and Business Development named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United
July 6, 2017
Kathryn Whitaker, McNair’s Director of Marketing and Business Development, has been named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United, effective July 1, 2017. She will serve a year in…
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City of Charleston files suit in short-term rental case
July 1, 2017
The City of Charleston filed suit in Charleston County Court of Common Pleas against the owner of 4 Atlantic Street in downtown Charleston for violating the city’s zoning ordinances…
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Pope Flynn launches new website featuring firm projects & resources
July 1, 2017
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance, governmental law, and procurement and construction, has launched a new website. The new website features a representative selection of…
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Pope Flynn launches new website featuring firm projects & resources
July 1, 2017
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance, governmental law, and procurement and construction, has launched a new website. The new website features a representative selection of…
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Liam Duffy receives President’s Award for leadership roles with SC Bar Young Lawyers
June 30, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – Each year the President of the South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) recognizes members who have exemplified leadership and outstanding service that has been instrumental to…
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Liam Duffy receives President’s Award for leadership roles with SC Bar Young Lawyers
June 30, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Each year the President of the South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) recognizes members who have exemplified leadership and outstanding service that has been instrumental to…
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Liam Duffy receives President’s award for leadership roles with SC Bar Young Lawyers
June 29, 2017Each year the President of the South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) recognizes members who have exemplified leadership and outstanding service that has been instrumental to the YLD’s success.…
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Liam Duffy receives President’s award for leadership roles with SC Bar Young Lawyers
June 29, 2017
Each year the President of the South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) recognizes members who have exemplified leadership and outstanding service that has been instrumental to the YLD’s success.…
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Mike Leech announced as member of Clawson and Staubes
June 27, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Mike Leech has been named a member of Clawson and Staubes, LLC effective July 1st. Mike joined the firm in 2014 and he practices with the firm’s litigation team,…
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L-1 Visas and the Trump Administration
June 22, 2017
By Becky Sigmund and John Hill International companies that choose South Carolina to establish a new location frequently rely on the L-1 intracompany visa program as the means to…
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L-1 Visas and the Trump Administration
June 22, 2017
By Becky Sigmund and John Hill International companies that choose South Carolina to establish a new location frequently rely on the L-1 intracompany visa program as the means to…
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Wm. Grayson Lambert joins McNair
June 19, 2017McNair announced Wm. Grayson Lambert has joined the Firm as an associate focused on business litigation. “Grayson is a bright, young attorney, and we are excited to welcome him to…
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Wm. Grayson Lambert joins McNair
June 19, 2017
McNair announced Wm. Grayson Lambert has joined the Firm as an associate focused on business litigation. “Grayson is a bright, young attorney, and we are excited to welcome him to…
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Leah G. Johnson receives National Peer Excellence Award
June 12, 2017Leah G. Johnson, assistant executive director of the South Carolina Bar, has been named the recipient of the National Association of Bar Executives 2017 Peer Excellence Award. The award is…
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Leah G. Johnson receives National Peer Excellence Award
June 12, 2017
Leah G. Johnson, assistant executive director of the South Carolina Bar, has been named the recipient of the National Association of Bar Executives 2017 Peer Excellence Award. The award is…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood welcomes attorney Kristin Gutting
June 6, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced the addition of attorney Kristin Gutting. Gutting will be working with the firm’s tax group in the Charleston, S.C. and Atlanta, Ga. offices. Gutting represents…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood welcomes attorney Kristin Gutting
June 5, 2017Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced the addition of attorney Kristin Gutting. Gutting will be working with the firm’s tax group in the Charleston, S.C. and Atlanta, Ga. offices. Gutting represents…
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Pope Flynn opens Charleston office, adds procurement and construction practice
June 5, 2017
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has opened an office in Charleston, South Carolina. The office is the fourth for Pope Flynn,…
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Pope Flynn opens Charleston office, adds procurement and construction practice
June 5, 2017
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has opened an office in Charleston, South Carolina. The office is the fourth for Pope Flynn,…
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Bond Dickinson and Womble Carlyle approve transatlantic combination to create Womble Bond Dickinson
June 2, 2017
A new breed of transatlantic law firm encompassing key commercial and financial hubs in 23 cities across the United States and the United Kingdom, the combined firm builds on the…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized as a Leading Firm in 2017 Chambers USA
June 2, 2017
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. received numerous distinctions in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA ranked Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Corporate/Mergers & Acquisition: Banking and…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized as a Leading Firm in 2017 Chambers USA
June 2, 2017
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. received numerous distinctions in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA ranked Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Corporate/Mergers & Acquisition: Banking and…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood achieves top rankings in Chambers USA 2017
June 1, 2017Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announce that 22 attorneys have earned recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA by Chambers and Partners. The firm also received rankings across seven key…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood achieves top rankings in Chambers USA 2017
June 1, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announce that 22 attorneys have earned recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA by Chambers and Partners. The firm also received rankings across seven key…
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Law school’s Bell named to exclusive U.S. legal organization
May 31, 2017
Charleston School of Law President J. Edward Bell has accepted an invitation to join an exclusive group of the nation’s best trial lawyers known as the Inner Circle of Advocates.…
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Wyche, P.A. recognized as a Leading Law Firm by Chambers USA
May 30, 2017
Chambers USA (“Chambers”) has recognized Wyche and 13 of its attorneys in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Wyche’s Corporate/M&A, Litigation, Environment, and Real Estate…
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Wyche, P.A. recognized as a Leading Law Firm by Chambers USA
May 30, 2017
Chambers USA (“Chambers”) has recognized Wyche and 13 of its attorneys in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Wyche’s Corporate/M&A, Litigation, Environment, and Real Estate…
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Turner Padget earns national recognition in Chambers USA
May 30, 2017
Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. is pleased to announce the firm’s national recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory, featuring client-led intelligence on…
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Turner Padget earns national recognition in Chambers USA
May 30, 2017
Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. is pleased to announce the firm’s national recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory, featuring client-led intelligence on…
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Chambers USA names 79 Ogletree Deakins attorneys to 2017 list
May 26, 2017
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 79 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2017 edition…
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Chambers USA names 79 Ogletree Deakins attorneys to 2017 list
May 26, 2017
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 79 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2017 edition…
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McNair attorney appointed to Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Board of Directors
May 24, 2017McNair announced Shareholder Jim Gilliam has been appointed to the Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development (MBREDC) Board of Directors. His appointment started in January of 2017 and will consist of…
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Wyche hosts a panel event to discuss building resilient organizations and communities
May 24, 2017
Wyche, P.A. sponsored a panel discussion on Thursday, May 18th in Greenville, S.C. to explore the nature of resilience, starting with the otherworldly courage shown in the aftermath of the…
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Wyche hosts a panel event to discuss building resilient organizations and communities
May 24, 2017
Wyche, P.A. sponsored a panel discussion on Thursday, May 18th in Greenville, S.C. to explore the nature of resilience, starting with the otherworldly courage shown in the aftermath of the…
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McNair attorney appointed to Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Board of Directors
May 24, 2017
McNair announced Shareholder Jim Gilliam has been appointed to the Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development (MBREDC) Board of Directors. His appointment started in January of 2017 and will consist of…
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Former Chief Justice offers stark reminder of South Carolina Construction Law
May 17, 2017Justice Jean Toal Dismisses Construction Defect Case in Charleston County A Charleston County case involving allegations of residential construction defects has been summarily dismissed by the presiding judge. While not…
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Former Chief Justice offers stark reminder of South Carolina Construction Law
May 17, 2017
Justice Jean Toal Dismisses Construction Defect Case in Charleston County A Charleston County case involving allegations of residential construction defects has been summarily dismissed by the presiding judge. While not…
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Trade Agreements and the Impact on Business Immigration
May 16, 2017
By Becky Sigmund and John Hill Renewed concern over the fate of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) heightened recently with reports that the White House had drafted…
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Trade Agreements and the Impact on Business Immigration
May 16, 2017
By Becky Sigmund and John Hill Renewed concern over the fate of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) heightened recently with reports that the White House had drafted…
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Wyche launches Storytellers: A Digital Community of Ideas
May 15, 2017
Greenville, SC-based law firm Wyche has launched an online platform for intellectual inspiration. Visitors to wyche.com/storytellers will find book, video, and article recommendations designed to spark curiosity and growth. Topics…
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Wyche launches Storytellers: A Digital Community of Ideas
May 14, 2017Greenville, SC-based law firm Wyche has launched an online platform for intellectual inspiration. Visitors to wyche.com/storytellers will find book, video, and article recommendations designed to spark curiosity and growth. Topics…
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The New South Carolina Gas Tax
May 12, 2017By Erik Doerring from McNair’s Tax Law Insights Blog South Carolina’s gas tax is one of the lowest in the country. The result is the deplorable condition of the…
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Moncks Corner attorney Elizabeth H. Warner to lead South Carolina Bar
May 12, 2017
Moncks Corner attorney Elizabeth H. (Babs) Warner will be installed as the 2017-18 president of the South Carolina Bar on Thursday, May 18, during the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting at…
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