Paul Thurmond

Paul Thurmond

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Charleston, SC
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, White Collar Crime

15 Middle Atlantic Wharf, Charleston, SC

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 23 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, P.A.

15 Middle Atlantic Wharf, Charleston, SC, 29401-2143

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Paul Thurmond's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

If you need a confident, dedicated lawyer, I wouldn't look or search any longer!

A few years ago, I got a DUI and luckily had a friend that recommended me to Paul Thurmond. From the moment I contacted his office ( which.... is also a very warm, organized, and welcoming office located downtown Charleston) the entire staff was helpful and ready to get the ball rolling. I never on...ce, through the whole process felt as though I was being ignored, or just " another case". Mr. Thurmond immediately jumped on my case; the day of our first consult, I was having car issues and wanted to reschedule my appointment-- without hesitation, Mr. Thurmond offered to pay for a cab to be called to pick me up at my residence and drop me off at his office. I thought this was a trick. It turned out that this just reflected the personality, determination, and overall genuine care that Mr. Thurmond and his office staff gives each and every client. He was efficient, informing, and personable. Mrs. Crystal, and Mr. Romeo were also apart of this team working to help me and I truly felt like the luckiest girl to have come across this practice when I needed the best legal advice in town. When discussing the "Step-by-step" of what happened the night of my arrest, thorough and specific details were accounted for and asked; again, this just was another way of Mr. Thurmond being the best at what he does while also making his client feel comfortable and assured that all angles of my situation will be looked at. I never had a doubt that I was putting my case into the wrong hands. Even when difficulties caused by my absence, or failure to adhere certain requirements at first- He never gave up and encouraged me to be responsible and get the results that we wanted. And, with the tremendous amount of work put in by him and his crew- my case got expunged. Paul Thurmond was, by far, the "saving grace" I needed and was fortunate enough to find. His passion and commitment to helping others in need is exemplified in his outstanding record of giving his clients the best result in these cases and many others.

Posted by Patrick | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you Paul

Paul helped me out immensely on a couple occasions. His comprehension of law and his effectiveness with my cases left me with options that I would have never dreamed possible. From the first conversation I had with Paul I immediately became aware of his integrity and commitment, and moreover, the pa...ssion he exudes from his work. His staff are extremely professional and efficient, and helped the procedure go very smoothly. Their attentiveness made it feel like my case was the only one being handled by the firm. Everything that was supposed to be taken care of as far as paperwork and filings were done exactly the way he said it would in the timeframe stated. Any concerns that I raised were immediately addressed and phone calls were taken directly. The results of my cases speak for themselves and I will always be grateful for Paul Thurmond! I would and do recommend him to anyone.

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Paul Thurmond's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cameron Blazer

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul has a unique perspective as a criminal defense lawyer. He served as a prosecutor and a legislator, so he knows how the laws are made and enforced as well as anyone, and he uses that knowledge to fight for his clients. He's a great lawyer to have in your corner."

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Joe Good

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a great lawyer. He has perspective from both the prosecution side and the defense side of the court room, and that is a huge asset to any client. His experience and knowledge of the courts in South Carolina and familiarity with the judges and prosecutors makes Paul one of the best defense lawyers in our state. Paul definitely has my endorsement."

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Gregory Voigt

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is tenacious and thorough. He is exactly who you want in your corner."

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Michael Sahn

Unknown lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Paul to be an extremely hard-working and intelligent lawyer. I recommend him."

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R. Vannoy

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a solid gentleman, advocate, and statesman. I highly endorse his services."

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Tim Amey

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Paul is a credit to the profession. Smart, diligent, and an extremely effective advocate. I would much rather have him on my team than ever have to square off against him."

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Chase Elliott

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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G. DuRant

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend and endorse Paul as a criminal defense lawyer. Having worked very closely with him for many years, I can tell you that Paul cares deeply for his clients, and he represents them at the absolute highest level of advocacy."

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Alexander Cash

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is a well respected attorney in Charleston, and has represented many clients whom I have referred to him during the past several years. He has done an excellent and professional job for them. I fully recommend Paul Thurmond, and have great respect for his commitment to his clients as well as his community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Mark Maniscalco

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is professional, responds promptly whenever contacted and is a valued colleague."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

2017 South Carolina Leadership in Law Award honoree, South Carolina Lawyers Weekly

2016

2016 Compleat Lawyer Award, University of South Carolina School of Law

2016

2016 South Carolina Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2009

Top 40 Under 40, Charleston Regional Business Journal

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Thurmond Kirchner Timbes & Yelverton P.A.

2010 - 2012

Prosecutor, City of North Charleston

2002 - 2005

Assistant Solicitor, 9th Judicial Circuit, Charleston

Associations

2002 - Present

Charleston County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State vs. Haleigh Cardoze

Case Dismissed

Criminal Domestic Violence

Case Dismissed

State vs. John Burn

Case Dismissed

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Education

2002

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Vanderbilt University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

South Carolina Judiciary Branch

Legislative Update

2015

South Carolina Clerk of Courts and Registers of Deeds Association

Economic Update

2014

College of Charleston Greek Life

Criminal Offenses & How They Can Affect You

N/A

College of Charleston

Mock Trial

Publications

2015

Languages

English

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