Mickle & Bass Law Firm announced Jamie Davidson as partner
January 10, 2024
Mickle & Bass Law Firm announced that Jamie Davidson has been made a partner in the firm. Jamie is a 2013 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson and the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force launch TravelWatchSC in Partnership with Major Airports
January 8, 2024
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Chair of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, announced the launch of TravelWatchSC during National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The awareness campaign begins…
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Fisher Phillips elects two new partners in its Columbia SC office
January 5, 2024
Fisher Phillips Elects 28 New Partners – 2024 Class is Largest and Most Diverse in Firm’s History Fisher Phillips, an international labor and employment law firm representing employers, is proud…
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Quilting for Comfort: Loose Threads Guild Continues to Warm Hearts
January 5, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is starting the new year full of gratitude for the dedicated members of the Loose Threads Quilt Guild for their ongoing generosity. For over four…
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Moore & Van Allen elevates 15 attorneys to member, including Charleston attorney Daniel Layfield
January 4, 2024
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the following 15 attorneys have been elected as the firm’s newest members: Holly S. Bannerman, William “Bill” M. Butler, Sarah Dohoney Byrne,…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd elects four new Shareholders
January 4, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Sterling Moose Busbee, Guy M. Dabbs IV, Ronald T. Scott and Cameo Joseph-McCollum have been elected as Shareholders in the firm. Charleston Sterling…
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Turner Padget elects two members to executive committee
January 4, 2024
Turner Padget announced the addition of Shareholders Jeffrey L. Payne and Franklin G. Shuler, Jr. to its Executive Committee. Jeff and Frank join other leaders, including Chief Executive Officer C. Pierce Campbell and…
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Maynard Nexsen elevates thirteen attorneys to Shareholder
January 3, 2024
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced the promotion of 13 attorneys to Shareholder, effective January 1, 2024. The Firm’s new shareholders include…
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Collins & Lacy Senior Paralegal Monica McGee to assume Palmetto Paralegal Association Presidency
December 21, 2023
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced Senior Paralegal Monica McGee, SCCP, RP will be assuming the position of president for the Palmetto Paralegal Association effective January 1, 2024. The Palmetto Paralegal…
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Michael Oliver Eckard graduates from Diversity Leaders Initiative
December 20, 2023
Michael Oliver Eckard, office managing shareholder of Ogletree Deakins’ Charleston office, has successfully completed the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI). A program of the Riley Institute at Furman University, the DLI…
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Winter Safety Tips from Laurens County Sheriff’s Office: Protecting Your Vehicle and Valuables
December 20, 2023
As winter sets in, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office has issued an important reminder to residents about the potential risks associated with leaving cars running and unattended in colder weather.…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces $700 million settlement with Google over Play Store misconduct
December 19, 2023
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and a bipartisan group of 52 other attorneys general today announced a $700 million agreement with Google in their lawsuit about Google’s anticompetitive conduct…
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SCDPS Announces Holiday Enforcement, Encourages Safe Holiday Travel, and Unveils New ‘Highways or Dieways’ Campaign
December 19, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety held a joint press conference today with state and local partners to encourage drivers to drive safe during the holidays and announce the…
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Morton & Gettys COO earns Certified Legal Manager Designation
December 19, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Robin Owens, the chief operating officer at Morton & Gettys, has earned the Certified Legal Manager designation from the Association of Legal Administrators. Earning the CLM®…
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Three with Robinson Gray rise to leadership positions in Palmetto Paralegal Association
December 18, 2023
Three paralegals with Robinson Gray law firm have been elected to roles on the board of Palmetto Paralegal Association for 2024, with one rising to become the next president of…
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Laurens City Police Department Celebrates Excellence at the 2023 Annual Awards Banquet and Christmas Party
December 18, 2023
Saturday evening, the Laurens City Police Department gathered for a night of celebration, camaraderie, and recognition at the 2023 Annual Awards Banquet and Christmas Party. Laurens Police Chief Keith Grounsell…
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Fist Bump Friday: A Positive Morning Boost Courtesy of Laurens County Sheriff’s Office
December 18, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office held another successful Fist Bump Friday on December 15, marking the third installment of this heartwarming community initiative. Sheriff Don Reynolds expressed his gratitude to…
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United Way of the Midlands names Jim Lehman 2024 Humanitarian of the Year
December 14, 2023
United Way of the Midlands will honor Jim Lehman as the 2024 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient on February 22, 2024, at the Pastides Alumni Center. The Humanitarian of…
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Nelson Mullins names 2024 Partnership Class
December 14, 2023
The partners of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP have elected 18 attorneys to the partnership effective Jan. 1, 2024. Overall, the firm elected 18 new partners across 10 cities…
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Sheriff Don Reynolds Hosts Christmas Drop-In and Announces Re-Election Campaign
December 13, 2023
Laurens County Sheriff Don Reynolds brought festive cheer to the Laurens County Museum on Monday, December 11, where he hosted a Christmas Drop-In event and announced his bid for re-election…
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Governor Henry McMaster Reveals School Safety Budget Priorities
December 13, 2023
Governor Ceremonially Signs Center for School Safety and Targeted Violence Bill Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by SLED Chief Mark Keel, S.C. Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, S.C. Department…
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Engaging with Students: Sheriff’s Office Brings Back Fist Bump Friday to Foster Connections with Kids
December 12, 2023
In a welcomed return, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office announces another Fist Bump Friday, scheduled for December 15th. This initiative, which received positive support in the past, involves deputies greeting…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Holds Annual Christmas Dinner and Employee Recognition and Event
December 10, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office gathered on December 7th for their annual Christmas dinner. The event served not only as a festive occasion but also as an opportunity to reflect…
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Governor Henry McMaster to Reappoint SLED Chief Mark Keel
December 10, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division Chief Mark Keel immediately following Keel’s brief 30-day retirement from the agency. Keel notified Gov. McMaster of…
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SC Highway Patrol Troopers Spread Holiday Cheer to More Than 130 Children Impacted by Highway Collisions
December 10, 2023
The South Carolina Highway Patrol, in partnership with the SC Troopers Association and Walmart, brings comfort to children across the state ahead of the holiday season. More than 130 children…
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Kelly Morrow elected to board of S.C. Workers’ Compensation Educational Association
December 7, 2023
Kelly Morrow, a workers’ compensation attorney with Robinson Gray, was voted onto the board of the S.C. Workers’ Compensation Educational Association at the organization’s recent Educational Conference. Her term starts…
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Andrews receives Richland Bar Civic Star Award
December 7, 2023
Stuart Andrews, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, received the Civic Star Award from the Richland County Bar Association. The annual honor recognizes exceptional and meritorious community service. Andrews…
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Stamato joins Morton & Gettys
December 7, 2023
Mary Stamato, a skilled attorney with experience representing clients in York, Union and Lancaster Counties, has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. She will focus her practice on civil…
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Laurens Police Department Celebrates Significant Drop in Crime Rates
December 6, 2023
In a recent crime update from the Laurens Police Department (LPD), Chief Keith Grounsell highlighted the remarkable progress the city of Laurens, South Carolina, has made in reducing crime across…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson leads fight for religious liberty
December 4, 2023
Attorney General Alan Wilson led a multistate coalition of 18 states defending religious liberty. A church in Washington state was unlawfully forced to provide health insurance to its employees that…
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Bluestein Attorneys named to Best Law Firms for 14th time in a row
November 30, 2023
For the 14th year in a row, Bluestein Attorneys has been listed in the top tier of Best Law Firms for the Columbia area. Here are the practice areas in…
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Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP welcomes attorney Ashton Scott to distinguished team
November 27, 2023
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a nationally recognized leader in transportation and logistics law, proudly announces the addition of Ashton Scott to its esteemed roster of attorneys. Founding Partner and…
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Robinson Gray member Amanda Mellard joins board of SCDTAA
November 21, 2023
Amanda Mellard, a member at Robinson Gray law firm, has joined the board of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association as an at-large member. The SCDTAA is an association…
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Immigration partner joins Nelson Mullins in Greenville
November 21, 2023
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a national full-service law firm with offices from coast to coast, announced that partner Christian O. Herrmann has joined the firm’s Greenville office. Herrmann…
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Greenville Estate Planning Council installs 2023-2024 Board
November 20, 2023
The Greenville Estate Planning Council (GEPC) has installed its Board of Directors for 2023-2024. Affiliated with the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils, GEPC is a membership-based association comprised…
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SCDPS Urges Drivers to Use Caution During Thanksgiving Holiday Travel
November 20, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety urges travelers to slow down, pay attention, and drive sober this Thanksgiving holiday week. Drivers can expect to see an increased law enforcement…
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Clinton Police Chief Sonny Ledda Assumes Presidency of SCPCA for 2024
November 19, 2023
The recently concluded South Carolina Police Chief Association (SCPCA) Annual Leadership Conference, held from November 16 to 19, 2023, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, brought together police chiefs from across…
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OSHA and the NLRB partner to coordinate enforcement actions
November 16, 2023
By David Dubberly Maynard Nexsen PC On October 31, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the federal government agency that enforces workplace safety standards, and the National…
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Law Clerk Tony Jones joins Collins & Lacy
November 16, 2023
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced the selection of Tony Jones as a law clerk in its Columbia, SC office. In his second year of law school at the University of…
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Barnes Alford Ranked in 2024 Edition of Best Law Firms
November 15, 2023
Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, LLP has been recognized by Best Law Firms as a Tier One firm in Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, Real Estate Law, Tax Law, and…
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South Carolina Bans ‘Carolina Squat’ Cars
November 15, 2023
Effective November 12th, the “Carolina Squat” is officially prohibited on South Carolina roads. The legislation characterizes this phenomenon as a vehicle with either the front or rear fender raised four…
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Fair joins Morton & Gettys as an associate
November 14, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Attorney Henry Fair has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. A graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, Fair’s practice will include…
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Hendrix joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
November 14, 2023
A graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law and a former teacher, Lydia Robins Hendrix has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She will practice employment, government, and…
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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces State Expands Program to Help Sexual Assault victims Who May have Been Exposed to HIV
November 14, 2023
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that a new Florence County program has been established to meet the needs of sexual assault victims who may have been exposed to…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Sarah Addy in Columbia
November 14, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Sarah Addy has joined the firm’s Columbia office. Sarah is a litigation associate and works with the firm’s business and commercial litigation practice. Sarah…
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Moore & Van Allen receives multiple national and metropolitan rankings in 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®
November 9, 2023
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the firm received national rankings for nine practice areas in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®. Additionally, the firm garnered 47…
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Gov. Henry McMaster and DEW Executive Director William Floyd Announce 2024 Tax Rate Cuts for South Carolina Businesses
November 7, 2023
The State’s Business Landscape Continues To Thrive, Workforce Support Will Be Enhanced By SOC Code Data Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director William…
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SC Legal: Overcoming a Criminal Record
November 7, 2023
South Carolina Legal will be at the Laurens Library November 16 at 5 pm to discuss “Overcoming a Criminal Record.” Get in-person advice on how to advocate for fair chances…
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Smith Robinson recognized as a 2024 Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers®
November 7, 2023
Smith Robinson announced it has been selected to the 2024 listing of “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers in America®. The Firm proudly received a Metropolitan Tier 1 recognition for…
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Steven J. Pugh admitted to American College of Trial Lawyers
November 7, 2023
Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that attorney Steven J. Pugh has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North…
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