2022 law clerks join Collins & Lacy
May 23, 2022
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced the hiring of three law school clerks for the summer. Caitlin Costner Originally from Anderson, SC, Caitlin Costner is a rising 2L at the University…
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MBM Partner, Stanley L. Myers, named as a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers
May 18, 2022
Stanley L. Myers, Partner at Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), has become a Fellow in the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers. Myers law practice focuses on personal injury, workers’ compensation,…
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SCDPS and Local Law Enforcement Partners Kick Off Busy Summer Travel Season with Buckle Up, SC Campaign
May 17, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) and law enforcement partners statewide announce the kickoff of the annual Buckle Up, South Carolina (BUSC) high visibility statewide safety belt enforcement, public information and…
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David Caughran named a Roper St. Francis Foundation Fellow
May 17, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce that David Caughran, an associate in the firm’s Charleston office, has graduated from the Roper St. Francis Foundation Fellows Program. Through the…
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Three Collins & Lacy attorneys selected as 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 16, 2022
Three Collins & Lacy attorneys have been named 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers® for work in their respective practice areas. “Collins & Lacy attorneys are honored to be part of…
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National Police Week Honors Officers Lost in the Line of Duty
May 15, 2022
May 15-22nd is designated as National Police Week. Laurens County is blessed to have the best in law enforcement throughout the county. We are grateful for the service they provide…
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Tighe sworn in as President of the South Carolina Bar
May 13, 2022
Columbia attorney J. Hagood Tighe took office as president of the South Carolina Bar on May 12. He was sworn in by U.S. District Court Judge J. Michelle Childs during…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd employees raise over $10k for the Upstate American Heart Association
May 12, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce that the firm’s employees raised over $10,000 for the American Heart Association as part of this year’s Upstate Heart Walk. Reid Sherard,…
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Corporate/securities attorney Eric Graben joins Nelson Mullins in Greenville, S.C.
May 11, 2022
Experienced corporate/securities attorney Eric Graben has joined Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP’s Greenville, S.C. office as a partner. He joins from Wyche Law Firm, where he was a member.…
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SC Bar’s Young Lawyer Division partners with local organizations across South Carolina to raise money for regional food banks
May 11, 2022
The South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank, Lowcountry Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, Golden Harvest Food Bank and Feeding…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Legislation to Strengthen S.C. Foster Care
May 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) Director Michael Leach and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H.…
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Wallace Lightsey ranked as the number one attorney in South Carolina by Super Lawyers
May 11, 2022
Super Lawyers, a publication recognizing outstanding lawyers, has ranked Wallace Lightsey as the number one attorney in South Carolina. Lightsey’s recognition as the leading attorney in the state follows the…
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Super Lawyers recognizes three Bluestein partners for 2022
May 11, 2022
In 2022, partners Marti Bluestein and Allison Sullivan have again been named among South Carolina Super Lawyers®, in the practice areas of workers’ compensation and general personal injury for plaintiffs,…
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SC Bar’s Young Lawyer Division partners with local organizations across South Carolina to raise money for regional food banks
May 10, 2022
The South Carolina Bar’s Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank, Lowcountry Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, Golden Harvest Food Bank and Feeding the Carolinas…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized in BTI’s Client Service A-Team 2022 ranking
May 10, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce that the firm has been named to BTI Consulting Group’s 2022 “Client Service A-Team.” “It is an honor for the firm to…
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LCSO Jail and Bail Round Up
May 8, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) annual “Jail and Bail” fundraiser was a great success despite the threat of bad weather on Friday. Community leaders, business owners, county council representatives…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson secures over $2 million for consumers deceived by TurboTax
May 4, 2022
AG Wilson Joins All 50 States in Agreement with TurboTax Owner Intuit for Deceiving Low-Income Americans into Paying for Free Tax Services Attorney General Alan Wilson today secured over $2…
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LCSO Jail and Bail Fundraiser this Friday
May 4, 2022
The annual “Jail and Bail” fundraiser for the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is this Friday. The event is the largest fundraiser for the sheriff’s office and the proceeds are…
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Medical Freedom Bill Signed into Law in South Carolina
May 2, 2022
Last week Governor Henry McMaster signed South Carolina House bill 3126 into law the legislation dealing with COVID-19 vaccine mandates in South Carolina. The lead sponsor, Rep. Stewart Jones (Laurens…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2022 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
May 1, 2022
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, Emily Collins Brown, and Jeffrey D.…
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Babcock, Paavola listed in new edition of “Super Lawyers”
May 1, 2022
Keith Babcock and David Paavola are again listed in “South Carolina Super Lawyers,” a national guide to the nation’s leading attorneys. Babcock, a founding member of the law firm, is…
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Four attorneys with Callison Tighe & Robinson named as Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Four Callison Tighe & Robinson attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers® for 2022. They are Michael W. Tighe, Richard C. Detwiler, Demetri “Jim” Koutrakos, and Wm. Bert…
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Two Morton & Gettys attorneys included in new edition of Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Two attorneys at Morton & Gettys, Bev Carroll and Nate Pierce, are listed in the latest edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers.” Carroll, a certified specialist in employment law, has…
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Four Richardson Thomas attorneys recognized by Super Lawyers for 2022
May 1, 2022
Three Richardson Thomas attorneys have been included in the 2022 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers, a national guide to the nation’s top attorneys. Another has been selected to the…
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Nine at Robinson Gray named to SC Super Lawyers list, with two making Top Ten
May 1, 2022
Robinson Gray announced that nine of its attorneys have again been named 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers®, with two of them making the Top Ten list. Three additional lawyers from…
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Four from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new Super Lawyers
May 1, 2022
Four employment law attorneys from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the just-released 2022 edition of “Super Lawyers,” a national directory of the country’s top attorneys. The four also…
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American Bar Association, SC Bar recognize top volunteers for SC Free Legal Answers
May 1, 2022Five South Carolina attorneys and two law firms were recently recognized by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service for their outstanding contributions to Free…
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Nexsen Pruet attorney Marguerite Willis wins 2021 Golden Pen Award
May 1, 2022
Nexsen Pruet announced that attorney Marguerite Willis has been recognized as a winner of the 2021 Golden Pen Award, presented by The Post and Courier. Willis received the award for…
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Rosen Hagood attorneys selected to 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 29, 2022
Eight attorneys from the Charleston-based law firm of Rosen Hagood have been named to either the 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers list or the 2022 South Carolina Rising Stars list,…
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Nineteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers
April 29, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that nineteen attorneys have been listed in the 2022 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including seven attorneys who were named as “Rising Stars.” HSB…
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Disabilities group files lawsuit regarding inhumane conditions at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
April 29, 2022
A group that advocates for the rights of people with disabilities in South Carolina filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Richland County regarding brutal, inhumane and unconstitutional conditions at the…
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G. Murrell Smith, Jr., elected as South Carolina Speaker of the House of Representatives
April 29, 2022
SMITH | ROBINSON announced that attorney G. Murrell Smith, Jr., has been elected as the South Carolina Speaker of the House of Representatives. “It is with great humility and an…
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South Carolina Supreme Court, SC Bar celebrate mentoring day
April 26, 2022The Supreme Court of South Carolina and the South Carolina Bar honored volunteer mentors who give back to new lawyers as part of the Lawyer Mentoring Program’s first Rule 425…
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Do I have to pay my summer intern?
April 25, 2022
By Katie Busbee As the summer approaches, many businesses will be looking to hire a summer intern. Internship programs can be a great option for both the intern, who has…
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Wyche, P.A. announces partnership with Conestee Nature Preserve to inspire the next generation of environmental stewardship
April 25, 2022
Conestee Nature Preserve to be the future home of South Carolina’s first “Nature Playscape” designed to enhance childhood access to outdoor learning Wyche has announced a partnership with Conestee Nature…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces State receives $86.5 million in tobacco settlement funds
April 20, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that the State secured $86,543,749.93 in its share of the annual tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (“MSA”) Payment. In 1998, the Attorney General’s…
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Joseph Berry shares prosecutorial experience at animal cruelty training conference
April 20, 2022
Joseph Berry, an attorney with Lewis Babcock law firm, shared advice on enforcing laws against perpetrators of animal cruelty with statewide law enforcement and animal control officers at a two-day…
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Federal Court strikes down public transportation mask mandate
April 18, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that a federal district court in Florida has vacated the mask mandate in place on airplanes and other modes of public transportation. South Carolina…
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Chappell, Smith and Arden raises the bar with their work with Homeward Bound Pet Rescue
April 18, 2022
The South Carolina Bar is recognizing Chappell, Smith and Arden law firm, for #RaisingtheBar by working to raise funds and awareness for the Homeward Bound Pet Rescue. The firm will…
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The City of Cayce and the Cayce Police Department announces a new community partnership with Jim Hudson Automotive Group
April 13, 2022
The details of the ongoing partnership and the donation of E-Bikes and the use of E-technology (E- Speed Trailers, E-Cameras), by the Police Department will be held on April 14,…
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Turner Padget continues expansion across its South Carolina footprint
April 13, 2022
COLUMBIA/FLORENCE/GREENVILLE, S.C. – Turner Padget announced the additions of Charles S. Gwynne, Jr., of counsel, to the firm’s Columbia office, Christopher D. Scalzo, of counsel, to the firm’s Greenville office…
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Nick Nicholson re-elected as Managing Director of Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd
April 12, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Nick Nicholson has been re-elected as the firm’s Managing Director. “It is an honor to continue serving as Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Managing Director,” said…
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Attorney Henry D. McMaster, Jr. joins Collins & Lacy
April 11, 2022
Henry D. McMaster, Jr. has joined Collins & Lacy’s Columbia office as an associate in the Retail & Hospitality practice group. A native of Columbia, South Carolina, Henry graduated from the…
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Amanda Mellard joins Robinson Gray as member
April 6, 2022
Experienced attorney Amanda Mellard has joined Robinson Gray law firm as a member. She will be working out of Greenville, where she has practiced for years, in the area of…
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Our address has changed. Our practice hasn’t.
April 4, 2022
Changes Come as Firm Continues to See Increased Growth in Business Rikard & Protopapas, a Columbia-based law firm, relocates from its downtown office to 2110 N. Beltline Blvd after a…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins multistate action to end CDC’s unlawful mask mandate
March 29, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining 20 other states in a multistate action against President Biden’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continued use of the unlawful mask mandate on…
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Laurens Law Enforcement Agencies Revamping Crime Stoppers Program
March 29, 2022
Law enforcement officers from the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, Laurens Police Department, and Clinton Police Department recently joined forces to reenergize the Laurens County Crime Stoppers program. Crime Stoppers has…
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Jail and Bail Fundraiser for LCSO Set for May 6th
March 28, 2022
The annual “Jail and Bail” fundraiser for the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is scheduled for Friday, May 6th. The event is the largest fundraiser for the sheriff’s office and…
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Forensic Nurse Examiner Task Force releases SAFE designation to support sexual assault victims
March 28, 2022
The South Carolina Forensic Nurse Examiners Task Force, led by the South Carolina Victims Assistance Network (SCVAN), joined Attorney General Alan Wilson today to release the state’s new Sexual Assault…
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National FFA Organization presents Mike Tighe with honorary degree
March 28, 2022
Michael Tighe, a founding member of Callison Tighe & Robinson law firm, has received the Honorary American FFA Degree. “The Honorary American FFA Degree is the highest degree bestowed upon…
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