Richland County Sheriff’s Department establishes CRISIS INTERVENTION TEAM
February 26, 2021
First-of-its-kind partnership between RCSD and the S.C. Department of Mental Health By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the establishment of a new CRISIS INTERVENTION TEAM…
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Former SCANA CEO Kevin Marsh pleads guilty to State Grand Jury Indictment related to V.C. Summer Nuclear Power Plant Project
February 24, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that former SCANA CEO Kevin Bryan Marsh waived presentment and pled guilty today to a State Grand Jury indictment for violation of South…
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Whom Should I Select to Serve as Trustee?
February 24, 2021
By Jonathan J. Robertson, CFP® When people are updating their estate documents, they frequently leave assets in trust for someone else. The key concept behind the idea of a trust…
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Whom Should I Select to Serve as Trustee?
February 22, 2021
By Jonathan J. Robertson, CFP® When people are updating their estate documents, they frequently leave assets in trust for someone else. The key concept behind the idea of a trust…
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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s pro bono efforts honored with national award
February 18, 2021
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel is being recognized by the American Bar Association as a 2020 Pro Bono Leader for its efforts in assisting with the ABA’s Free Legal Answers Program.…
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Laurens County Deputy Recognized by the Humane Society of the United States
February 17, 2021
Sgt. Brown with the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Control Office was recently recognized for his work to break up puppy mills. “We are very proud of Sgt. Brown and his…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd and John Tiller recognized in 2021 Benchmark Litigation Rankings
February 16, 2021
Benchmark Litigation has recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s John Tiller as a Local Litigation Star in the areas of Product Liability and Securities in its 2021 rankings. Benchmark Litigation also ranked…
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Attorney Heath Myers joins Morton & Getty
February 15, 2021
Heath Myers, a graduate of the University of South Carolina and Rock Hill native, has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. His practice will focus on estate planning, probate…
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Haigler named as Fellow of American College of Bankruptcy
February 14, 2021
The American College of Bankruptcy announced that Janet B. Haigler of Haigler Law Firm LLC, Chapin, South Carolina will be inducted as a Fellow of the College in October 2021…
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James Scott Farrin expands operations into South Carolina
February 14, 2021
Award-Winning Firm Is Accepting New Personal Injury Clients in Greenville and Across South Carolina The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, one of the largest plaintiffs’ firms in North Carolina,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson warns about social isolation and the risk of investment fraud
February 12, 2021
The Securities Division of the South Carolina Office of the Attorney General along with the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), FINRA, and the staff of the SEC’s Office of…
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Mary Caskey becomes Riley Fellow in first-ever statewide Diversity Leaders Initiative
February 11, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Mary Caskey has become a Riley Fellow after completing the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI), an award-winning program of Furman University. The intensive four-month…
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Pope Flynn receives two Tier 1 Public Finance rankings for Columbia and Charlotte
February 10, 2021
Pope Flynn also receives one Tier 2 Public Finance National ranking by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in 2021 Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm concentrating in…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson calls on President Biden to reinstate Keystone XL permit
February 10, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and a coalition of 13 other attorneys general today called on President Joe Biden to reconsider his unilateral revocation of the 2019 Presidential Permit…
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Gov. Henry McMaster removes State Accident Fund Director
February 9, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-09, removing Amy V. Cofield from the office of Director of the State Accident Fund, effective immediately. In addition, the governor has formally requested…
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Experienced litigators form law firm of Richardson, Thomas, Haltiwanger, Moore & Lewis
February 9, 2021
Five attorneys who have handled some of the largest cases in South Carolina have come together to form the law firm of Richardson, Thomas, Haltiwanger, Moore & Lewis. The firm…
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Financial services litigation attorney Sterling Laney to lead Womble Bond Dickinson’s Greenville, SC office
February 8, 2021
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP has named Sterling Laney the new Managing Partner of the firm’s Greenville office. Laney succeeds Jamie Francis, who has led the office since 2015 and…
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GaffneyLewis Partner, Amy Gaffney, inducted into National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
February 8, 2021
GaffneyLewis, LLC is pleased to announce that Amy Gaffney has been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN). NADN membership is by invitation only and limited to professional…
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D’Alberto, Graham & Grimsley attorney Ashton Gottschall licensed in North Carolina
February 4, 2021
Ashton Gottschall, an attorney with D’Alberto, Graham & Grimsley, is now licensed to practice in North Carolina in addition to South Carolina. Gottschall was sponsored by D’Alberto, Graham & Grimsley…
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Morton & Gettys law firm celebrates 20th anniversary
February 4, 2021
ROCK HILL, S.C. – In 2021, Morton & Gettys law firm will celebrate its 20th anniversary. It is celebrating in a typical way, for a firm so committed to Rock…
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South Carolina AG Alan Wilson part of $573 million settlement with McKinsey & Company for its role in the opioid epidemic
February 4, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of attorneys general from 47 states, the District of Columbia and five U.S. territories in a $573 million settlement with one of…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Enforcement Action Against GPB Capital Holdings, LLC for Allegedly Defrauding South Carolina Investors in a Nationwide $1.8 Billion Private Offering Scheme
February 4, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that the Securities Division (the “Division”) within the Office of the South Carolina Attorney General has filed a regulatory action against New York-based investment…
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South Carolina AG Alan Wilson part of $573 million settlement with McKinsey & Company for its role in “turbocharging” the opioid epidemic with Purdue Pharma
February 4, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of attorneys general from 47 states, the District of Columbia and five U.S. territories in a $573 million settlement with one of…
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HSB’s Stinson Ferguson joins Ten at the Top’s Board of Directors
February 3, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Stinson Ferguson has been selected to serve as a Board Member for Ten at the Top (TATT). The mission of TATT is to foster trust…
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Steinberg Law Firm invites scholarship applications
February 2, 2021
The Steinberg Law Firm announced the 2021 Steinberg Law Firm Scholarship. Graduating high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year higher-learning institution are encouraged to submit their entries. Five…
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Hunter W. Adams joins Richardson Plowden’s Columbia office
February 1, 2021
Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that Hunter W. Adams has joined the Firm in the Columbia office as an associate attorney. Mr. Adams will focus his practice in General…
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Attorney Robert Peele, III to lead Professional Liability Practice group
February 1, 2021
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that its attorney, Robert Peele, III, has been promoted to Special Counsel and leader of the Professional Liability Practice group at the firm. Peele is…
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Joye Law Firm sponsoring weekly adoptions at Charleston Animal Society
January 28, 2021
Partnership with Charleston Animal Society will continue in 2021! Joye Law Firm is once again sponsoring the adoption of a homeless animal every week at Charleston Animal Society. This is…
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Smith Robinson’s H. Thomas Morgan, Jr., named Interim Georgetown County Attorney
January 27, 2021
Smith Robinson Holler DuBose and Morgan, LLC, announced that attorney H. Thomas Morgan, Jr., has recently been named the Interim Georgetown County Attorney. In this capacity, Mr. Morgan will provide…
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Veteran marketing professional joins Collins & Lacy, P.C.
January 26, 2021
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that Michael Burney, veteran marketing professional, has joined the firm as its Director of Business Development. Burney’s experience includes sales and marketing management in the…
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Turner Padget Shareholder Reggie Belcher named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly inaugural class of “Go To Lawyers”
January 25, 2021
Turner Padget announced that Columbia-based Shareholder Reginald “Reggie” Belcher has been named among South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s inaugural class of “Go To Lawyers” in the State of South Carolina. South…
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Kelsey Brudvig elected shareholder of Collins & Lacy
January 20, 2021
Attorney Kelsey Brudvig has been elected as a shareholder of the Collins & Lacy law firm. As a member of the Retail & Hospitality Practice Group, the team is experienced…
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Robinson Gray names attorney Ben Gooding as newest member
January 18, 2021
Robinson Gray has named attorney Ben Gooding as the law firm’s newest member. He was voted into the position at the end of 2020. “Ben has shown himself to be…
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K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomes new associates
January 15, 2021
K&L Gates’ Charleston office is pleased to welcome three new associates to the firm. Ms. Cecilia Ehresman joins the Charleston office as an associate in the firm’s Labor, Employment, and…
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Special Olympics South Carolina names Ashley Johnson to board of directors
January 15, 2021
Special Olympics South Carolina has named Ashley Johnson, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, to its board of directors. The mission of Special Olympics South Carolina is to provide…
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8th Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo Sworn in for Third Term
January 14, 2021
On Wednesday, January 13th Solicitor David Stumbo took the oath to defend the Constitution, seeking justice, and keeping our community safe. The Laurens County Courtroom was not as full as…
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Ingevity names Stacy Lancaster Cozad as executive vice president, general counsel and secretary
January 13, 2021
Ingevity Corporation (NYSE:NGVT) today announced that it has named Stacy Lancaster Cozad as executive vice president, general counsel and secretary, effective Feb. 1, 2021. The general counsel role became vacant…
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Nationally recognized transportation and logistics firm promotes two to partner status
January 13, 2021
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a nationally recognized transportation and logistics law firm announced that Robert “Rocky” Rogers and Megan Early-Soppa have been elected to become partners in the firm…
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Sally Purnell named 2021 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville
January 12, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Sally Purnell was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville. Only a…
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SC Human Trafficking annual report shows changes in Top 5 counties
January 11, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson released the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force’s 2020 Annual Report on Monday, January 11th at the Statehouse. It showed a change in the…
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Upstate Mediation Center announces 2020 Peacemaker Award
January 11, 2021
The Upstate Mediation Center (“UMC”) is pleased to announce the 2020 Peacemaker Award recipient is Meliah Bowers Jefferson. Ms. Jefferson was nominated for her work in organizing the Lawyers Standing…
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Lott re-sworn as sheriff of Richland County
January 5, 2021Hundreds of deputies later re-sworn By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the seventh consecutive time since 1997, Leon Lott raised his right hand and was re-sworn as sheriff of Richland…
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Richardson Plowden announces three new shareholders in the Firm
January 5, 2021
Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced attorneys Carmen V. Ganjehsani, F. Heyward Grimball, and R. Wilder Harte have been named shareholders in the Firm. Mrs. Ganjehsani rejoined Richardson Plowden as…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd elects three new Shareholders
January 5, 2021
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Jane Bouch Stoney, Charles E. “Charlie” Ipock and J. Philip Land have been elected Shareholders in the firm. Charleston Jane Stoney focuses her practice…
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Womble Bond Dickinson promotes Charleston attorneys Alissa Fleming, Kevin Trempe to Partner
January 5, 2021As both an attorney and registered nurse, Alissa Fleming advises healthcare providers on a broad range of legal issues, including healthcare regulatory compliance, operations, and litigation. She also guides hospitals…
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Womble Bond Dickinson promotes Greenville attorney Catherine Wrenn to Partner
January 5, 2021
Catherine Wrenn’s practice includes advising clients on regulatory compliance and handling matters that involve Medicare fraud, wrongful death, personal injury, negligence, breach of contract, and breach of warranty. Her healthcare…
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Nexsen Pruet elects eight attorneys to Membership
January 4, 2021
Columbia, Greensboro, Greenville, Raleigh lawyers represent businesses and professionals. The Nexsen Pruet law firm has elevated eight attorneys to Members of the growing legal team. They are corporate attorneys, litigators,…
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New Year’s Day Fire in Clinton Displaces First Responder Family
January 1, 2021
Another fire in Laurens County leaves a family of three with nothing. This morning around 10:30 a fire broke out at the home of Cody Heithold and his fiancé, Mary…
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Attorney Carson Shealy joins Baker, Ravenel & Bender
December 29, 2020
Attorney Carson Shealy has joined Baker, Ravenel & Bender as an associate. His practice areas will include automobile liability, premises liability, insurance coverage and general litigation. Carson is originally from…
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SC Federal Bar Association donates $10,000 to Harvest Hope Food Bank
December 28, 2020
The S.C. Chapter of Federal Bar Association is giving back to food banks this holiday season. S.C. Chapter President Janet Brooks Holmes and President-elect Beattie Ashmore presented Harvest Hope Food…
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