Stephen Lee Denton

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Stephen Lee Denton

also known as Steve Denton

4.9
15 reviews
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Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Spartanburg, SC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

178 W Main St, Spartanburg, SC

About Stephen

Biography

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Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Steve Denton was formerly a narcotics and vice squad officer in the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department. He worked his way in to homicide investigations before he retired from law enforcement. He retired from law enforcement as a captain over the investigations division, supervising well over 100 detectives. At the age of 43, he went to law school, ventured over to the other side of the courtroom, and now represents defendants.

16 years

70%
DUI and DWI 10%

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Federal Crime 10%

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Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 15 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2010

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Harrison White, P.C.

178 W Main St, Spartanburg, SC, 29306-2333

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Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

THE best DUI lawyer in the Upstate of SC

Steve and his associates went above and beyond the call of duty for me. I was facing possible jail time and got off with only losing my license for 3 months and $1200 in fines. They filed multiple motions and appeals and were willing to go to trial but didn't have to. They're expensive but well wor...th it.

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Murray Turner

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steve Denton as a highly skilled, competent attorney, who is driven to provide the best representation for his clients. I have known Steve for 20 years, both personally and professionally. He is ambitious and well-prepared for trial. Steve is accessible to his clients, and represents each one with the same passion that made him so successful in law enforcement. I have reached out to Steve for advice on complex matters, and highly recommend him based on experience. Steve has earned a level of respect among the members of our legal community."

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Jeremy Dantin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Steve's experience in criminal law uniquely positions him to rank among the very best criminal attorneys. His hard work and client-first approach make him easy to endorse, without reservation."

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Ben Harrison

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I am pleased to endorse Steve Denton. He works well with and for his clients and he is very knowledgeable about criminal defense."

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Allison Dunham

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Steve. He works incredibly hard for his clients and helps them understand all aspects of their case."

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John White

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I am happy to endorse Steve Denton. He has an incredible background in law enforcement that makes him well suited to handle all aspects of criminal defense."

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Wes Kissinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I'm pleased to endorse Steve Denton. He does a great job helping his clients through what are often stressful situations. He keeps them calm and informed."

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Danny Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I am happy to endorse Steve. He understands all aspects of the justice system and does a great job defending his clients. He's a hard worker."

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Thomas Killoren

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Steve Denton. He knows first had that people need defending, and he well known in the law enforcement community."

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Ryan McCarty

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"It's my pleasure to endorse Steve Denton. He is a highly sought after attorney who cares about his clients."

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Marghretta Shisko

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"If you need help, Steve is the guy to call. He has an incredible background in law enforcement. At 43, he went to law school and now represents defendants. I am happy to endorse Steve."

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Amanda Craven

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Steve is a stellar attorney and a zealous client advocate. I am happy to endorse him."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2014

Alumni of the Year, Spartanburg Methodist College

2010

Forensic Club, Charleston School of Law

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Solicitors Award, Spartanburg Police Department

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Adjunct Professor, University of South Carolina Upstate

2005 - 2007

Captain of the Criminal Investigative and Forensic Unit, Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office

1986 - 2007

Criminal Investigator, Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Southern Police Benevolence Association

On-Call Attorney

Education

2010

Charleston School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of South Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1982

Spartanburg Methodist College

Associate's Degree

Speaking Engagements

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Guest Lecturer at Wofford College

Criminal Law

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Guest Lecturer at USC Upstate

Criminal Law

Languages

English

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