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Dayne C. Phillips
also known as Dayne Phillips South Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyer
About Dayne
Biography
Dayne has dedicated his life to defending those who are wrongfully accused or who have made an unfortunate mistake and need help. He is committed to personalized, passionate, and professional representation of his clients. No matter the crime or circumstance, he will fight to protect your rights, reputation, and freedom.
DISCLAIMER: The information on this website (1) does not establish an attorney-client relationship; (2) is only for general information; (3) does not constitute legal advice; (4) cannot be cited as legal authority; (5) is accurate as of the date of publication; and (6) cannot replace the advice of an attorney licensed in South Carolina who has reviewed the facts of your case. Please note that the information on this website is not a description of the attorney’s quality of representation and is not a guarantee of a specific result. Any result achieved on behalf of a client in other matters should not create any expectation of a favorable outcome and does not necessarily indicate that similar results can be obtained for other clients. Nothing contained in this website is intended to compare our services to the services of any other law firm or lawyer, or to imply any specialization in an area of law. The publication of this website is not intended to constitute the practice of law in any jurisdiction in which no attorney in the firm is licensed to practice, nor is it intended to solicit legal representation of anyone in any such jurisdiction.
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Licensed in South Carolina for 14 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
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Dayne Phillips Criminal Defense Lawyer
1614 Taylor Street, Suite D, Columbia, SC, 29201
Dayne Phillips Criminal Defense Lawyer
137 W Butler Street, Suite #3, Lexington, SC, 29072
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Dayne C. Phillips's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Dismissed DUI charges thanks to Dayne
I hired Dayne after I was charged and arrested for a DUI. Being a nurse, I was terrified of how this could affect me and my career. Dayne was extremely nonjudgmental and thorough when working on my case. He advocated exponentially on my behalf and made me feel well-represented. He was able to get all...
Posted by Anthony | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest, Real, and Fierce! They type of Lawyer everyone needs.
Atty. Dayne Phillips took on a wrongful and tough case for my family and challenged the "powers that be" to ensure that justice be fairly administered and demanded that the systematic injustice be brought to light. He is a rare and honest gem in a legal system and network of power and influence that...
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best of the Best
Dayne Phillips saved my life. I needed Dayne's expertise to protect my professional license, as well as, help me with my legal issues. Not only did he get my legal issues favorably resolved and cleared, but he helped me get my professional license reinstated. I cannot say enough good things about Mr....
Posted by Susan | March 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experienced, knowledgeable representative
Dayne Phillips assisted us with a case and we had no prior legal experience. We would never have gotten through this process without his patient guidance and experience at various stages. I cannot recommend his representation highly enough!
Dayne Phillips
Replied last March 24, 2018Thank you for the incredible review! I greatly appreciate your kind words. My primary goal is to help people in their time of need, and I'm glad that I was able to do that for you. *Disclaimer: "Any result achieved on behalf of a client in other matters should not create any expectation of a favorable result and does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients.”
Posted by Megan | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Service
I was very pleased and comfortable with Mr. Phillips representing me. He was very helpful and anytime I needed his help or advice he was always there to make sure I understood exactly what I was going to court for and what everything meant. He helped me with making the best decision in order to mov...
Dayne Phillips
Replied last July 17, 2017Thank you for the amazing review. I greatly appreciate your kind words and continued support. My primary goal is to help people in their time of need, and I'm glad that I was able to do that for you. Best, Dayne Phillips Disclaimer: Any result achieved on behalf of a client in other matters should not create any expectation of a favorable result and does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients.
Dayne C. Phillips's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dayne Phillips is a great resource for things criminal law and criminal defense in South Carolina. He is an attorney that is knowledgeable, experienced, and works hard for his clients."
"As a former opponent and current peer of Dayne, I have great admiration for his tireless work ethic, zealous advocacy, and his legal knowledge. Dayne is one of those rare lawyers that seems to put his client's best interests above his own."
"Dayne is a smart and ambitious criminal defense lawyer who has a very bright future. I highly recommend Dayne Phillips, Esq."
"Dayne is a great lawyer with a tremendous work ethic. He goes above and beyond for this clients and leaves nothing to chance. I highly recommend Dayne for anyone who finds themselves accused charged with committing a criminal offense."
"I have known Dayne Phillips for several years and have been impressed with his ability since I first heard of him. He is one of the smartest lawyers I know, and I endorse him without question for criminal defense, DUI defense, and appeals."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Mr. Phillips handling cases in court for his clients and know him to be courteous and professional."
"Dayne is a brilliant legal mind with a great work ethic. He is always willing to help others and it is obvious that he is seriously dedicated to the profession."
"Dayne is the lawyer you want to have on your side when facing a tough legal situation. His knowledge of the law coupled with his determination to achieve the best results for his clients is matched only by his compassion for his clients. Dayne truly cares about each person he represents and it shows through his impeccable legal work."
"I endorse Dayne Phillips. He is extremely intelligent and a great advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted Dayne for advice before as he is incredibly knowledgable and his research skills are above most. If Dayne is your lawyer, he will present the best defense available to you."
"I have known this lawyer since High School. He is very talented and dedicated to his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Eleventh Circuit Public Defender Selection Panel, Eleventh Judicial Circuit Electors
2020
Legal Elite for Criminal Law, Columbia Business Monthly
2020
Honorable Mention for "Best DUI Attorney" in Columbia, Free Times Columbia
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Nominated in The State newspapers' "Best Law Firm" category, The State Newspaper
2019
Honorable Mention for "Best DUI Attorney" in Columbia, Free Times Columbia
2019
Legal Elite for Criminal Law, Columbia Business Monthly
2019
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Honorable Mention for "Best DUI Attorney" in Columbia, Free Times Columbia
2018
Legal Elite, Columbia Business Monthly
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Nominated in The State newspapers' "Best Attorney" category, The State Newspaper
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Certified As Lead Counsel For Death Penalty Defense, Supreme Court of South Carolina
2016
Nominated in The State newspapers' "Best Attorney" category, The State Newspaper
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Trial Lawyer, Price Benowitz, LLP
2017 - 2018
Trial Lawyer, Dayne Phillips Criminal Lawyer LLC
2015 - 2017
Attorney, The Jeffcoat Firm
2013 - 2015
Assistant Public Defender, Eleventh Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office
2011 - 2013
Appellate Defender, Appellate Division, South Carolina Commission on Indigent Defense
2011 - 2011
Administrative Hearing Officer, South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce
2006 - 2011
Law Clerk, Bluestein, Nichols, Thompson & Delgado, LLC
Associations
2017 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseState Delegate
2015 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the District of South CarolinaMember
2015 - Present
Richland County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitMember
2014 - Present
Lexington County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
2011 - Present
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
South Carolina BarMember
2017 - 2017
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident-Elect
2017 - 2018
South Carolina BarHouse of Delegates, Eleventh Circuit Representative
2017 - 2018
South Carolina BarLaw Related Education Committee
2017 - 2018
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
2016 - 2021
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - 2016
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
2015 - 2015
National Criminal Defense CollegeGraduate - Trial Practice Institute
2014 - 2015
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Case Results: https://sccriminallaws.com/case-results/
Disclaimer: http://sccriminallaws.com/disclaimer (see case details)
Attempted Murder charge dismissed
Attempted Murder charge dismissed
Murder charge dismissed at Preliminary Hearing
Murder charge dismissed at Preliminary Hearing
Not Guilty of Reckless Driving
Not Guilty of Reckless Driving
S.C. Supreme Court Affirmed as Modified the Court of Appeals’ reversal
S.C. Supreme Court Affirmed as Modified the Court of Appeals’ reversal of Respondent’s conviction for Trafficking Cocaine because the Police Officer knowingly and intentionally made false statements in the search-warrant affidavit.
S.C. Supreme Court Dismissed Rule to Show Cause for contempt
S.C. Supreme Court Dismissed Rule to Show Cause for contempt
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Murder and Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Murder and Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime and Remanded for a New Trial because Petitioner was entitled to an involuntary manslaughter jury instruction.
S.C. Supreme Court created a new legal standard
Police must have reasonable suspicion of illegal activity at a targeted residence prior to approaching the residence without a warrant because of the heightened privacy protection afforded by the S.C. Constitution.
NOT Guilty of Third-Degree Burglary and Conspiracy
NOT Guilty of Third-Degree Burglary and Conspiracy
NOT Guilty of Distribution of Crack Cocaine
NOT Guilty of Distribution of Crack Cocaine
NOT Guilty: Two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct, third degree, and Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult
NOT Guilty: Two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct, third degree, and Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Murder and Armed Robbery
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Murder and Armed Robbery and remanded for a new trial because the Trial Court violated Appellant’s Sixth Amendment right of confrontation.
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed Trafficking Cocaine conviction
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed Trafficking Cocaine conviction because the search warrant affidavit failed to provide the issuing judge with information as to the confidential informant’s reliability.
S.C. Court of Appeals Remanded convictions
S.C. Court of Appeals Remanded convictions for Burglary, First Degree, and Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime to conduct the *Colf* balancing test.
DISMISSAL; Motion to Suppress Drug Evidence Granted
DISMISSAL; Motion to Suppress Drug Evidence Granted
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed conviction for Burglary, First-Degree
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed conviction for Burglary, First-Degree based on the State’s failure to present substantial circumstantial evidence to survive the Defense Counsel’s Motion for a Directed Verdict
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Trafficking Crack Cocaine and Possession of a Weapon
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Trafficking Crack Cocaine and Possession of a Weapon during the Commission of a Violent Crime
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Trafficking Crack Cocaine and two others
S.C. Court of Appeals Reversed convictions for Trafficking Crack Cocaine, Possession with the Intent to Distribute within Proximity of a School, and Unlawful Carrying of a Pistol.
Murder convictions and sentences to life without parole vacated. Motion for new trial granted.
Murder convictions and sentences to life without parole vacated. Motion for new trial granted based on after-discovered evidence
Reversed and remanded for resentencing
Reversed and remanded for resentencing
Trafficking Cocaine Charge Dismissed
Trafficking Cocaine Charge Dismissed
Education
2017
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
National Forensic College
2015
National Criminal Defense College - Mercer School of Law
Trial Practice Institute
2010
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of South Carolina
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
A User’s Guide to South Carolina Criminal Practice: The 2021 Pandemic Edition
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator
2020
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
Constitutional Rights
2020
Criminal Law Practice Essentials
Bond Hearings, Preliminary Hearings, and Indictments
2020
Criminal Law 101
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator
2019
SC Bar Young Lawyers Division Mentoring Lunch CLE
Speaker, Appellate Panel
2019
Palmetto Paralegal Association's May Luncheon and CLE
DUI Defense Case Review: A Step-by-Step Approach
2019
Magistrate Advisory Counsel Intensive Training Seminar
Evidence
2019
Expungement Law Issues Seminar
Expungement Law Issues Seminar
2019
Drug Litigation Seminar
Co-Organizer and Presenter
2019
Criminal Law Essentials
Bond Hearings, Preliminary Hearings, and Indictments
2019
Criminal Defense 101
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator
2019
Common Book Event, Winthrop University on the Human Experience Course
Obstructing Injustice: A discussion on criminal justice reform and wrongful convictions
2018
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
Constitutional Rights
2018
Magistrates Advisory Counsel Intensive Training Seminar
Evidence
2018
Criminal Defense 101
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator
2017
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
Constitutional Rights
2017
Magistrates Advisory Counsel Intensive Training Seminar
Hearsay and the Confrontation Clause
2017
Gun Law in South Carolina
Firearms Dealers and Licensing Requirements and Gun Ownership Legal Concerns
2017
Criminal Defense 101
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator
2016
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Criminal Defense 101
2016
Presentation to Fraternity B [Chapter Redacted to Protect Identity] at the University of South Carolina
Know Your Rights
2016
Presentation to Fraternity A [Chapter Redacted to Protect Identity] at the University of South Carolina
Know Your Rights
2016
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
Constitutional Rights
2016
Magistrates Advisory Council Intensive Training Seminar
Hearsay and the Confrontation Clause
2016
Criminal Law Practice Essentials
Motions Practice in Criminal Cases
2015
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Criminal Defense 101
2015
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
Constitutional Rights
2014
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
Constitutional Rights
Publications
2017
Website
South Carolina Drug Lawyer
2017
2017
Website
South Carolina DUI Lawyer
2017
Website
South Carolina Gun Lawyer
2017
Website
Columbia SC Criminal Lawyer
2017
Website
Lexington SC Criminal Laywer
Languages
English
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