9 at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel honored in “Best Lawyers,” including a Lawyer of the Year
August 17, 2023
Nine attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are cited in the just-released 2024 edition of “Best Lawyers in America” and its companion guide, “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch,” a total…
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Governor Henry McMaster Signs Paid Parental Leave for School District Employees Into Law
August 16, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, teachers, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 3908, which grants paid…
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Becky Laffitte of Robinson Gray to receive Leadership in Law Award
August 16, 2023
Becky Laffitte, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, is one of the recipients of the 2023 South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law Awards. This is an annual award…
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Albrecht to receive Leadership in Law award
August 16, 2023
Samantha Albrecht, an attorney at Burnette, Shutt & McDaniel, will receive a Leadership in Law award from SC Lawyers Weekly. The annual honors go to attorneys who have gone above…
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Bridging Communities through Food and Camaraderie: The Cops and Kids Emergency Food Program
August 16, 2023
Laurens Police Department’s Innovative Initiative Nourishes Young Minds and Fosters Positive Connections In yet another effort to strengthen community bonds and alleviate food insecurity, the Laurens Police Department has launched…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson hosts second judicial reform panel discussion
August 16, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson hosted a second panel discussion on the critical need for judicial reform with South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick and Palmetto Family Council Executive Director…
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Maynard Nexsen expands tax practice
August 15, 2023
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced Nicole “Nikki” M. Wooten has joined the firm’s Columbia office Of Counsel. Wooten’s practice concentrates on…
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South Carolina Aquarium and Southern Environmental Law Center track high tides throughout Charleston
August 15, 2023
New Partnership Will Bolster Resilience Efforts Statewide Two weeks ago, the South Carolina Aquarium and the Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) kicked off their recently formed partnership and quickly found…
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One80 Place launches new Eviction Prevention service line in Richland, Lexington counties
August 14, 2023
One80 Place, the state’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to ending and preventing homelessness, has launched a new Eviction Prevention line through the United Way Association of South Carolina’s 2-1-1 phone…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Dennison LaRue and Will Smith in Greenville
August 14, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce that associates Dennison LaRue and William “Will” D. Smith have joined the firm’s Greenville office. Dennison LaRue focuses his practice on intellectual…
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Gary T. Pope Jr. and C.D. Rhodes selected by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2023 “Rising Stars” list in Government Law
August 14, 2023
Gary T. Pope Jr. and C.D. Rhodes, attorneys concentrating in public finance and government law with Pope Flynn, have been named to the “Rising Stars” list in Government Law for…
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Retired Army officer joins exclusive group of attorneys having obtained multi-million dollar settlement for a client
August 14, 2023
Connor becomes one of “the fewer than one percent” By Chris Carter ORANGEBURG AND MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Colonel (Ret.) William M. “Bill” Connor, V, joined an exclusive class of…
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District 55 Runoff Election Tuesday August 15
August 13, 2023
On Tuesday, August 15, voters in the district will head to the polls to cast their ballots in the runoff elections for Seat 1 and Seat 3 of the Laurens…
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Rep. Jeff Duncan Celebrates Win for the Rule of Law and Energy Independence
August 13, 2023
Following the unanimous ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in the case of Appalachian Voices v. U.S. Department of the Interior, Congressman Jeff Duncan released…
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Governor Henry McMaster Signs S.C. First Steps Permanent Authorization Bill Into Law
August 11, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by South Carolina First Steps Executive Director Georgia Mjartan and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 4023, which…
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Rosen Hagood attorney, Mary Harriet Moore, admitted to practice law in North Carolina
August 10, 2023
Rosen Hagood announced that attorney Mary Harriet Moore has been admitted to practice law in North Carolina. “Mary Harriet’s successful admission to the North Carolina Bar is a moment of…
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John Nichols of Bluestein Attorneys presented with SCAJ Founders Award
August 9, 2023
Attorney John S. Nichols of Bluestein Attorneys, was honored with the South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) Founders Award at the organization’s annual convention on August 5, 2023. Since 1957,…
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Spartanburg-based attorney Tom A. Killoren Jr. elected to lead South Carolina Association for Justice
August 9, 2023
Other New Officers Announced The South Carolina Association for Justice has unanimously elected Tom A. Killoren Jr. as President, bringing more than three decades of trial experience to the helm…
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Jay McKay, II named as a 2023 South Carolina Icon
August 9, 2023
McKay Firm Senior Partner, Julius W. “Jay” McKay, II was recently named to the exclusive South Carolina Icons list for 2023 by the South Carolina & North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.…
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Molly Sue Harmon joins Robinson Gray as associate
August 8, 2023
Attorney Molly Sue Harmon has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. Her practice with the firm will focus on workers’ compensation. Molly Sue holds a bachelor’s degree from…
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Kelly Reese named Director of Learning and Organizational Development at Robinson Gray
August 8, 2023
Kelly Reese has joined the team at Robinson Gray law firm as Director of Learning and Organizational Development. Kelly will lead Robinson Gray’s professional development program while working to maximize…
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Exploring Legal Insights: Law Talk on Wills, Estates, and Probate in Partnership with South Carolina Bar and Laurens County Public Library
August 8, 2023
Enhancing Legal Literacy through Free Public Education Sessions In an endeavor to foster legal awareness and educate the community about critical legal matters, the South Carolina Bar has joined forces…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces that Investors Will Recoup Overcharges from Precious Metals Seller Lear Capital
August 4, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that investors who purchased precious metals from gold and silver seller Lear Capital will receive compensation as a part of Lear’s bankruptcy plan. At…
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City of Clinton’s Chief Sonny Ledda Receives Hometown Hero Award and Selflessly Donates to Deputy Roger Rice Ride-On Fund
August 3, 2023
During the City of Clinton’s Council Meeting on July 17, a heartwarming act of generosity and community service took center stage as Chief Sonny Ledda was honored with the prestigious…
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Barnes Alford attorneys selected as Legal Elites
August 2, 2023
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Richard C. Thomas, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, Emily Collins Brown,…
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Columbia Business Monthly names 24 Robinson Gray attorneys to its Legal Elite list
August 2, 2023
Columbia Business Monthly has named 24 Robinson Gray attorneys to its “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for 2023, with seven of them being among the top vote-getters. The list…
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Nine SMITH I ROBINSON attorneys selected to the 2023 listing of “Midlands Legal Elite” by Columbia Business Monthly
August 2, 2023
Murrell Smith receives top votes in Medical Malpractice Defense category SMITH I ROBINSON announced that several of its attorneys have been selected to the 2023 listing of the “Midlands Legal…
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22 Turner Padget attorneys named among Charleston, Columbia and Greenville’s Legal Elite
August 2, 2023
Turner Padget is pleased to announce that 22 of its attorneys have been included among Charleston Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly and Greenville Business Magazine’s 2023 list of Legal Elite.…
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Thomas, Lewis named to “Legal Elite of the Midlands”
August 1, 2023
Brady Thomas and Will Lewis, two of the Richardson Thomas founding partners, are included in the 2023 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands.” Thomas is recognized for his work…
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Keith Babcock honored for sixth year in ‘Legal Elite’ list
August 1, 2023
For the sixth year in a row, Lewis Babcock founding partner Keith Babcock has been honored by Columbia Business Monthly in its annual “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for…
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Columbia Business Monthly again includes Duggan in 2023 ‘Legal Elite’
August 1, 2023
Ian Duggan, a member with Callison Tighe & Robinson law firm, has again been included in Columbia Business Monthly’s “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. This is his third year…
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Five Bluestein Attorneys named to 2023 Legal Elite of the Midlands
August 1, 2023
This year, Columbia Business Monthly has named five Bluestein Attorneys to its “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. The list recognizes attorneys in the Midlands based on the views of…
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8 at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new edition of “Legal Elite”
August 1, 2023
Eight attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the 2023 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” an annual guide based on a poll of the region’s lawyers.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Fentanyl Trafficking Bill Into Law
August 1, 2023
Renews Call for Legislators to Close Revolving Door for Criminals with Illegal Guns Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, state and local law enforcement…
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SMITH I ROBINSON welcomes Deyjenay Gregory
July 31, 2023
SMITH | ROBINSON announced that Deyjenay Gregory has joined the firm in the Columbia office as an associate attorney. Ms. Gregory will focus her practice on general litigation. Ms. Gregory…
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Lowcountry Lawyers Focus on Service
July 31, 2023
The South Carolina Chapter of the Federal Bar Association (FBA) engages in a service project each year to benefit the communities where the members live and work. On July 13,…
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Nelson Mullins represents West Potomac Capital in launching a social impact private investment fund
July 31, 2023
Nelson Mullins represented West Potomac Capital (WPC), which announced on July 27 its plans to launch a social impact private investment fund called WPC Financials Impact Fund I LP (Fund)…
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A Sweet Success: Ice Cream with a Cop Event Delights the Community
July 30, 2023
Clinton Police Department Hosts a Heartwarming Event to Foster Positive Relationships between Kids and Law Enforcement On a scorching summer day, the Clinton Police Department held its much-anticipated “Ice Cream…
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Laurens Police Department Celebrates Accomplished Officers and Welcomes New Members
July 30, 2023
The Laurens Police Department (LPD) is bursting with pride as it commemorates the achievements of two outstanding individuals, Officer Adam Moore and Corporal Darryl Reed. These dedicated officers have successfully…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Boating Safety and Education Bill
July 28, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, state and local law enforcement officers, state agency leaders, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial…
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City of Fountain Inn Celebrates Police Chief Hamilton on his Retirement
July 27, 2023
The City of Fountain Inn commemorated Chief Michael Hamilton’s 31-year career on July 25th, expressing deep gratitude for his dedicated service. Chief Hamilton, who rose through the ranks from Police…
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Nelson Mullins Lawyers named to TALK Greenville Magazine’s 2023 Top Lawyers List
July 27, 2023
In the July edition of TALK Greenville Magazine, lawyers from the firm’s Greenville, South Carolina office were recognized for their achievements in several practice areas in the inaugural Top Lawyers…
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Solicitor’s office, state Human Trafficking Task Force donate supplies to local schools
July 27, 2023
School children across the 8th Circuit, comprised of Abbeville, Greenwood, Laurens, and Newberry counties, will again be greeted with the time-honored tradition of a school supply donation from the 8th…
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South Carolina Highway Patrol enters new Mustang Cruiser into National Calendar Contest
July 26, 2023
One of the SC Highway Patrol’s new Ford Mustang cruisers is representing South Carolina in America’s Best Looking Cruiser Contest! The annual contest is put on by the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) and allows state…
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La’Jessica Stringfellow named as legal ‘Phenom’ by S.C. Lawyers Weekly
July 26, 2023
La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate attorney with Robinson Gray law firm, has been recognized as a member of the 2023 class of Lawyers Weekly Media Icons and Phenoms. She is being…
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Rack N Roll to Hold Town Hall Meeting to Address the Liquor Liability Insurance Crisis Impacting South Carolina Restaurants and Entertainment Venues
July 26, 2023
The rising liquor liability insurance rates in South Carolina have become a pressing concern for restaurants and entertainment venues, causing significant challenges for small businesses and the state’s vibrant hospitality…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Holds Successful Back to School Bash, Equipping Students for a Bright School Year
July 24, 2023
As the summer break comes to a close, students in Laurens County were welcomed back to school with smiles and backpacks full of school supplies, thanks to the Laurens County…
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South Carolina Boaters Beware – New Law Requires Boater Education Course
July 24, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources recently announced that effective August 18, 2023, boaters born after July 1, 2007, are required to pass an approved boater education course before…
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Scoops of Smiles: Ice Cream with a Cop to Bring Joy to Kids in the Community
July 23, 2023
In a delightful and tasty initiative, the Clinton Police Department (CPD) is partnering with Scoops on West Main to host an ice cream social on Wednesday, July 26 from 2-5:00…
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Life-Saving Collaboration: Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Hosts Blood Drive with The Blood Connection
July 23, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is teaming up with The Blood Connection to host a blood drive on July 27, 2023. From 9:00 am to 2:00 pm to welcome…
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