Lake City Lawyers

Paul R. Thurmond, founding partner, leads the firm’s criminal defense practice. Before starting the firm in 2005, he served as an assistant solicitor with the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Charleston, S.C. During that time, he handled over one thousand criminal indictments, from minor infractions to murder, leaving the Solicitor’s Office with a 92 percent trial conviction rate. Since then, Thurmond has served as an adjunct professor at the College of Charleston and more recently as a part-time prosecutor for the City of North Charleston. In this role, he predominately handled the City’s DUI cases along with other offenses. He also...

C. Austin Elliott is a native of Texas and a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. He attended Charleston School of Law and has practiced in the Charleston area since 2011, successfully representing hundreds of individuals and businesses throughout the Lowcountry.

Mr. Elliott represents clients in a variety of matters including:

Civil & Business Litigation
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
State & Federal Regulatory/Administrative Matters
Business Transactions and Formations
Firearms Issues

Mark C. Fava is a partner of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP practicing aviation law and land use matters. From 1998 to 2001, Mr. Fava served as an elected member of his local municipality’s government until he relocated to Atlanta for three years where he worked as the chief operations attorney for Delta Air Lines, Inc., during and after 9/11. Mr. Fava’s broad aviation practice includes litigation and regulatory law. Admitted to practice in Washington, DC, he represents aviation clients in matters involving the Department of Transportation, the FAA, the TSA, and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Currently,...

Mark Clore, the owner of Clore Law Group, is a trial lawyer who practices catastrophic personal injury and business law. His areas of expertise include personal injury, wrongful death, trucking and commercial transportation cases, business losses and litigation, construction and premises liability, product liability, toxic torts, medical malpractice, pharmaceutical liability and nursing home negligence. Mark is licensed to practice law in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, Oklahoma, and various federal courts. Clore frequently handles many types of lawsuits for clients, and at the request of other attorneys, in numerous states across the country. A graduate of Rice University, Clore...

Since 2010, I have dedicated my practice to securing favorable outcomes for both individuals and businesses grappling with challenging tax issues. Resolving IRS tax problems is my sole focus. Certified as a Tax Resolution Specialist by the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers, I possess the necessary experience to tackle your tax concerns effectively. Don't put off resolving your tax problem; it only gets worse.

Kevin Hardy is an estate planning, probate, and business law attorney in Lexington, South Carolina. He serves clients in Lexington, West Columbia, Irmo, Columbia, Gilbert, and beyond. He worked for several years as a staff accountant in the semiconductor industry before pursuing his law career at the University of South Carolina. Upon graduating from USC, he clerked for Judge Ralph King Anderson, Jr. at the South Carolina Court of Appeals in Florence.

Kevin’s practice focuses on helping clients with the preparation of wills, living wills, trusts, health care powers of attorney, and durable powers of attorney. This enables...

As a dedicated personal injury and business law attorney in Charleston, Allan P. Sloan III brings years of invaluable experience to his clients’ cases. Attorney Sloan is passionate about representing the rights of injury victims and the bereaved, serving as lead counsel in a wide range of cases. He has been honored with an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and was selected to The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers. In addition, Attorney Sloan is a member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, demonstrating his success in and out of the courtroom for his clients. Over...

Attorney David P. Traywick is a Charleston personal injury and consumer law attorney. Mr. Traywick has a background in finance and marketing, which affords him a unique perspective on the cases he handles. With a focus on the big picture, he utilizes a strategic approach to his cases in pursuit of optimal results. Mr. Traywick earned his law degree from the University of South Carolina. While in school, he did extensive research and reporting on the South Carolina Coastal Zone Management Act. The paper he wrote on this topic during this time has proven invaluable to instructing and guiding...

Dyllan is passionate about helping clients navigate our complex, competitive legal system. His practice is dedicated to building the most effective and compelling evidence supporting a client’s loss and fiercely advocating for fair and just compensation. Prior to joining The Derrick Law Firm, Dyllan was the managing attorney at a Charleston-based firm where he represented individuals and businesses and tried cases in courts of various jurisdiction throughout the state. Having developed multiple practice areas, Dyllan brings over a decade of broad litigation experience that lends itself to finding creative solutions for complex problems. Over time, Dyllan has gravitated to cases...

Arthur K. Aiken gives his clients quality representation at a fair price

Attorney J. Brooks Davis has the experience you need to succeed in your criminal, DUI, traffic or accident case. Prior to being an attorney, Brooks attended the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia and was a police officer for the City of Charleston. As a police officer, Brooks served in patrol, traffic and was chief pilot of the aviation division. Brooks is trained in the use of radar, DUI field sobriety testing, breathalyzer operation and accident investigation. Brooks will work with you directly and involve you in the process so that you may make informed decisions and achieve the best possible...

Chad Shelton is a graduate of Valparaiso University and the Charleston School of Law. After law school, he was soon admitted to the South Carolina Bar and to the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina. In 2007, Chad joined the Berkeley County Public Defender’s office. He worked for nine years at the public defender’s office. Chad worked thousands of cases ranging from drug offenses, traffic violations to armed robbery and murder. He is well seasoned at going to trial and fighting hard for his clients. He obtained numerous not guilty verdicts at...

Justin was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico and is fluent in Spanish. He left the island to attend college in Washington, D.C. After graduating from The George Washington University with a degree in Environmental Studies, Justin moved to Charleston, South Carolina where he worked for the S.C. Department of Health and Human Services before enrolling at the Charleston School of Law. While in law school, Justin worked for Richardson, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, assisting the firm in natural resource damages (“NRD”) matters including the representation of the State of New Jersey, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and...

Attorney Brian Badger, a lifelong resident of Charleston, received his undergraduate education from Clemson University and later earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Before becoming a member of the legal team at George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers, Brian worked in South Carolina local government, and also worked in the insurance industry and other law firms handling personal injury cases. His background in insurance claims gives him unique experience and insight into the “other side,” which he puts to work for his personal injury clients Brian is well known and respected for his commitment...

I am Ron Cox, a tenacious advocate for injury victims with a history of significant recoveries in cases involving trucking accidents, automobile collisions, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and other injuries. I pride myself on offering personal service to my clients. From our office in North East Columbia, we represent victims throughout the Midlands and all of South Carolina.

Born and raised in the Lowcountry, Chip Cannon is a trial lawyer with a passion for advocating on behalf of his clients. Having spent time working for insurance companies serving as a defense lawyer and experience as a former prosecutor, Chip brings a unique perspective and extensive courtroom knowledge to his practice. He is dedicated to fighting for justice and providing a voice to those in need. Chip has successfully represented clients in a wide range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, trucking accidents, drunk driving accidents, slip and falls, product liability cases, dog bites, alcohol-related injuries (known as...

Julian practices in his hometown of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and can help both South Carolina and North Carolina individuals and businesses. This year he joined up with his father, Frank DuRant, to open the DuRant & DuRant, P.A. law firm.

Julian graduated from the University of South Carolina Honors College before attending Wake Forest's School of Law. After graduating from law school, Julian clerked for the Honorable Richard Voorhees, Western District of North Carolina. There, he experienced almost everything federal court has to offer—from civil and criminal trials to appellate designations in the Fourth and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeal....

Practicing law since 1985, Bill's practice focuses on commercial real estate transactions, income tax planning for closely held businesses, tax deferred exchanges of real estate, and business transactions, including entity formations and the acquisition and disposition of businesses and assets. He also devotes significant professional time to matters involving legal ethics and lawyer misconduct. He serves as general counsel to a number of closely held businesses. Other areas of Bill's experience include serving as a consultant and expert witness in multiple legal malpractice actions acting as outside general counsel to several law firms and to clients in the convenience...

Douglas A. Barker has been certified as a member of the Lawyers of Distinction! Membership is limited to the top 10% of attorneys in the United States. Attorneys who meet the Lawyers of Distinction membership standards have established themselves as professionals and are highly esteemed by their peers.

Rob Corney is a personal injury litigation attorney at The Derrick Law Firm’s North Charleston, South Carolina office. He focuses his practice exclusively on the representation of individuals who have suffered grievous injury and harm due to the wrongful and negligent conduct of another. Rob has extensive experience litigating various high-stakes civil actions including tort and personal injury, premises liability, products liability, nursing home neglect and abuse, medical malpractice, and toxic and mass tort matters. Rob was raised in Mount Pleasant where he attended and graduated from Wando High School alongside his now wife. Growing up as the fifth of...

20 years experience in criminal law. State and Federal. Handled over 2500 DUI and DUAC cases. Handled over 3000 other types of traffic tickets. Handled over 25 felony DUI cases. Successfully handled over 50 Drug Trafficking cases. State legal representative for N.O.R.M.L.

Bakari made history in 2006 when, at just 22 years old, he defeated a 26-year incumbent State Representative to become the youngest member of the South Carolina state legislature and the youngest African American elected official in the nation. In 2014 he was the Democratic Nominee for Lt. Governor in the state of South Carolina. Bakari has worked for United States Congressman James Clyburn and former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin. He served on President Barack Obama’s South Carolina steering committee during the 2008 election and is widely considered to be a rising star within the Democratic Party and a leading...

Ty Robinson Personal Injury & Car Accident Law Firm, based in Charleston, South Carolina, is a premier personal injury law firm committed to providing our clients with compassionate and results-driven legal representation. With an experienced personal injury team and a proven track record of success, our firm prides itself on our client-first approach and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. Specializing in a wide range of personal injury cases, including wrongful death, tractor-trailer accidents, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and slip and falls, Ty Robinson Personal Injury & Car Accident Law Firm has earned a reputation for...

Harper Hutson is an associate attorney at Cromer Babb & Porter, LLC, where she represents employees in labor and employment matters across South Carolina. Dedicated to advocating for workplace fairness, Harper handles a wide range of employment law cases, including discrimination, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and retaliation claims. Harper earned her Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where she was actively involved in the Mock Trial Bar and the Labor and Employment Law Society. Before becoming an attorney, she gained extensive experience in employment litigation as a law clerk with Cromer Babb & Porter, LLC, drafting...

Reed focuses his practice in the areas of family law, estate planning, and ERISA compliance, while specializing in the drafting of Prenuptial Agreements and Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs). He is licensed to practice in South Carolina and New York. In addition to his law degree, Reed has an undergraduate degree in economics, a graduate degree in accounting, and has passed the Uniform CPA exam.

Steve joined Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, in 2019. Before joining Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, Steve worked for over five years with the Fifth Circuit Public Defender in Columbia, South Carolina. At the public defender, Steve focused on defending individuals charged with serious and most serious violent crimes. During the past five years, Steve has defended nearly every type of crime on the books, including Murder and Felony DUI involving Death. Steve has successfully tried many criminal cases to verdict and is licensed to provide first-chair defense representation in death penalty cases.

During Steve’s tenure as a public defender, he was...

Todd M. Hess: Professional Engineer. Certified Financial Planner. Patent Attorney. NC Intellectual Property Mediator.

Todd Hess primarily concentrates his law practice in the North Carolina and South Carolina markets in all areas of intellectual property. He is additionally licensed to practice law in Georgia, and in federal court with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

He brings over a decade of intellectual property experience to Barnwell Whaley, particularly in counseling start ups in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries as well as the craft brewing industry.

Criminal law, federal courts, state courts, appeals, habeas.

Jesse A. Kirchner, founding partner, practices civil litigation with a focus on construction litigation and insurance coverage litigation. Prior to joining Thurmond, Kirchner, Timbes & Yelverton, P.A., Kirchner practiced as an associate attorney with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., on the construction defect litigation team. Kirchner, who holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of South Carolina, received his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he graduated cum laude in the top five percent of his law school class. There, he was inducted into the Order of the Coif and the Order...

For nearly 20 years, J. Bradley Baker has been representing clients throughout South Carolina. As a Lexington attorney, he handles cases involving personal injury, criminal defense, and workers’ compensation. Attorney Baker is driven to advocate for the rights of his clients, going above and beyond to protect their futures. He regularly handles cases before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission and is skilled at defending those accused of DUI thanks to his prosecutorial background. Mr. Baker believes in working hard for his clients and treating them the way he would want to be treated. He prides himself on delivering personal...

Jane H. Downey is certified by the S.C. Supreme Court as a specialist in bankruptcy and debtor/creditor law. She also is certified by the S.C. Supreme Court as a mediator and arbitrator. The American Board of Certification has certified her as a specialist in business bankruptcy. Jane is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute. She also is the incorporating attorney, a member of, and is a past president of the S.C. Bankruptcy Law Association. Jane represents creditors, debtors and unsecured creditor committees in chapter 7, 9, 11, 12 and 13 business and consumer cases, including bankruptcy litigation. She...

Hall & Hall Attorneys at Law is dedicated to providing clients with the knowledgeable counsel needed for their unique legal needs. The West Columbia attorneys have served the community for more than 45 years and can assist you with cases involving criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, personal injury, real estate, and probate law. The firm has a long history of obtaining successful results for their clients, and their lawyers are ready to help with your legal matter. Contact Hall & Hall Attorneys at Law to learn how they can advocate for your rights and best interests!