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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LEAD Upstate’s generous contribution to K9 Teams: Funds presentation for two departments
November 2, 2023
On Wednesday, October 25th, LEAD Upstate, a community organization dedicated to supporting law enforcement personnel in Greenville County, marked the conclusion of its 9th year of heartfelt appreciation and support.…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized as a 2024 “Best Law Firm” by Best Lawyers®
November 2, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. has been named a top-tier firm by Best Lawyers® in its 2024 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 14th consecutive year. The firm earned a national…
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Reid Sherard named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2023 Family Law Power List
October 31, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Reid Sherard was named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2023 Family Law Power List. The statewide publication only recognized seven attorneys in South…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins bipartisan, multistate coalition in lawsuits against Meta for harming children
October 24, 2023South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that today, 42 attorneys general sued Meta in federal and state courts alleging the company knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Instagram…
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Former South Carolina Supreme Court Justice Kaye Hearn joins Wyche, P.A.
October 15, 2023
South Carolina’s 2nd female Supreme Court Justice Joins Wyche as Special Counsel Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with three offices across South Carolina, announces that Kaye Hearn, former South Carolina…
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Patrick Bradley named Vice President of Young Alumni Council at USC School of Law
October 12, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Patrick Bradley was recently named Vice President of the Young Alumni Council at the University of South Carolina School of Law for the 2023…
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Maynard Nexsen earns Mansfield Rule Certification
October 11, 2023
Diversity Lab announced that Maynard Nexsen has achieved Mansfield Rule Certification. All Mansfield-certified firms have completed a 12-month collaboration with Diversity Lab with built-in measurement, transparency, and accountability. Each certified…
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Upstate attorney Steve Sumner earns highest ratings for DUI Law
October 5, 2023
Upstate South Carolina attorney Steve Sumner recently received AV Preeminent® status by Martindale Hubbell, a leading peer-review ratings organization for the law profession. He was also voted by his peers…
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T. David Rheney inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers
October 3, 2023
Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) announced that partner T. David Rheney was inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers at its annual meeting held in San Diego, California, on September…
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LEAD Upstate holds ninth annual law enforcement appreciation event
September 28, 2023
LEAD Upstate gives the community the opportunity to say thank you to all law enforcement personnel in Greenville County including Greenville, Greer, Travelers Rest, Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn. LEAD…
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Senior Associate William Neinast joins Nelson Mullins in Greenville
September 26, 2023
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a national, full-service law firm with more than 1,000 attorneys and legal staff, has added William Neinast to its Greenville litigation team. Neinast will…
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South Carolina Boards of Medical Examiners, Nursing and Pharmacy Issue Joint Advisory Opinion on Retail IV Therapy Businesses
September 25, 2023
By Meghan Riordan and Sara Sykes The IV therapy business is booming across South Carolina—on every corner there seems to be a new IV/hydration/wellness storefront or mobile clinic advertising hangover…
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Maynard Nexsen expand litigation practice in South Carolina
September 19, 2023
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, is pleased to announce David Dill has joined the Firm’s Greenville office as a Shareholder. David’s practice…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd adds fourth Family Law attorney, expands Charleston presence
September 13, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Carlisle Brice Allen has joined the firm’s Family Law Team as an associate in Charleston, SC. With the addition of Carlisle, the firm now…
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Chris Gantt-Sorenson named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2023 Employment Law Power List
September 11, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Chris Gantt-Sorenson was named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2023 Employment Law Power List. Statewide, only ten attorneys were recognized. Featured in the…
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Attorneys Matthew Covington, Jordan Crapps, Jessica W. Laffitte, Christine Ormand, & Thomas Twehues recognized as Ones to Watch by Best Lawyers®
August 22, 2023
2024 Best Lawyers in America© – Ones to Watch Gallivan White Boyd announced the selection of attorneys, Matthew Covington, Jordan Crapps, Jessica W. Laffitte, Christine Ormand and Thomas Twehues, as…
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Best Lawyers® lists twenty-three Gallivan White Boyd attorneys for 2024
August 22, 2023
2024 edition of Best Lawyers in America© Released Twenty-three attorneys have been included in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Best Lawyers® is a seasoned and well-respected…
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Nelson Mullins Partner Henry “Buzz” Burwell to be honored by Japanese government in Greenville
August 22, 2023
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP partner Henry “Buzz” Burwell is being honored by the Consul of Japan on Saturday, Aug. 26 at the 25th Annual Bon Dance Festival hosted…
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Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP welcomes Anna Beaton as the newest addition to their team
August 21, 2023
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a nationally recognized transportation and logistics firm, announces the latest addition to their esteemed team, Anna Beaton. With a background in commercial and general litigation,…
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Attorney Steve Sumner named Upstate DUI “Lawyer of the Year” 2024
August 17, 2023
Greenville attorney Steve Sumner has been named 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for DUI / DWI Defense in Upstate South Carolina by Best Lawyers. It marks the ninth consecutive year…
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34 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Greenville attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers
August 17, 2023
Statewide, 84 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers in their respective practice areas. Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected…
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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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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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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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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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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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Maynard Nexsen bolsters team with addition of seven attorneys
July 10, 2023
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced the addition of seven attorneys to its Greenville office. The group includes five new shareholders. The…
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Spartanburg governmental attorney Larry Flynn, with Pope Flynn, appointed to University of South Carolina’s Board of Visitors
July 10, 2023
Larry Flynn, an attorney with Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has been appointed to the University of South Carolina’s Board of…
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Moseley Marcinak transportation and logistics Law firm adds two new partners
June 13, 2023
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP, a nationally recognized transportation and logistics firm, is pleased to announce the addition of John Dempsey and Robert Lesley “Robb” Brown. “We are pleased to…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Carson S. Phillips in Greenville
June 8, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Carson S. Phillips has joined the firm’s Greenville office as a litigation associate. Carson focuses his practice on toxic tort litigation and will work…
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Super Lawyers profiles Rita Bolt Barker
June 1, 2023
Wyche attorney Rita Bolt Barker is profiled in the 2023 edition of Super Lawyers, in a feature article that highlights her career as an Environmental attorney and her pro bono…
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Wallace Lightsey ranked as the number one attorney in South Carolina for the second year in a row by Super Lawyers
May 24, 2023
Super Lawyers, a publication recognizing outstanding lawyers, has ranked Wallace Lightsey as the number one attorney in South Carolina for the second year in a row. Lightsey is recognized in…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2023 Blue Star Museum
May 19, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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Eric H. Philpot selected to 2023 Super Lawyers
May 3, 2023
Eric H. Philpot, a partner at the Philpot Law Firm, has been selected to the 2023 South Carolina Super Lawyers list. No more than five percent of the lawyers in…
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Nineteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2023 South Carolina Super Lawyers
May 3, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that nineteen attorneys have been listed in the 2023 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including ten attorneys who were named as “Rising Stars.” HSB…
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Attorney Scott Todd selected to ‘Rising Stars’ list
May 3, 2023
Greenville DUI and Criminal Defense attorney Scott Todd has been selected to the Super Lawyers 2023 South Carolina Rising Stars list. He is a partner at Sumner & Todd Attorneys…
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Buzz Burwell to receive Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette from Government of Japan
May 2, 2023
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP partner Henry M. “Buzz” Burwell will be awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, the government of Japan announced on…
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Ben Alexander named 2023 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville
April 25, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Ben Alexander was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” for Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville. Only…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Ayla Luers Connor in Greenville
April 18, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Ayla G. Luers Connor has joined the firm’s Greenville office as Special Counsel. Ayla focuses her practice on representing hospital systems and healthcare providers…
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GaffneyLewis ADR open for mediation in South Carolina
April 10, 2023
Amy Gaffney and Regina Hollins Lewis announced the formation of their new mediation firm, GaffneyLewis ADR. Alongside their already well-established litigation firm, Gaffney Lewis LLC, the firm will support Amy…
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Leadership Series – Leighton Lord, Maynard Nexsen
April 6, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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Maynard Cooper & Gale and Nexsen Pruet officially merge to become Maynard Nexsen
April 3, 2023
On April 1, 2023, Alabama-based Maynard Cooper & Gale and Carolinas-based Nexsen Pruet officially merged to become one national law firm: Maynard Nexsen. The firm’s more than 550 professionals operate…
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Patent attorney Hunter Freeman joins longtime colleagues at Kim, Lahey & Killough
February 27, 2023
Kim, Lahey & Killough Law Firm announced the addition of patent attorney Hunter Freeman to the firm’s Greenville, SC, office. Freeman’s law practice focuses primarily in the areas of patents,…
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Governmental law attorney Ginny Bozeman joins Pope Flynn
February 27, 2023
Virginia “Ginny” Bozeman has joined Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm that focuses on governmental and public finance matters, where she will be providing local governments advice and counsel while…
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Meg Scoopmire named 2023 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Real Estate Law in Greenville
February 23, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Meg Scoopmire was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” for Real Estate Law in Greenville. Only one lawyer…
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Reid Sherard elected to the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees
February 20, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Reid Sherard has been elected by the South Carolina General Assembly to serve on the Board of Trustees for the University of South Carolina,…
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Frank Davis named 2023 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in Greenville
January 25, 2023
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Frank Davis was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” for Economic Development Law in Greenville. Only a single…
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