Calvin Andrew Carroll

PRO

Calvin Andrew Carroll

also known as Drew Carroll, C. Andrew Carroll

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Charleston, SC
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

44-C Markfield Drive, Charleston, SC

Free Consultation

About Calvin

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 90%

Drew has sucessfully defended hundreds of DUI cases. He is one of the most highly trained DUI defense layers in SC. He is trained in administering Field Sobriety Tests and has been trained on the DataMaster DMT and the BAC DataMaster.

29 years

90%
Criminal Defense 10%

Drew has successfuly defended the full spectrum of criminal cases from Capital Murder to simple Traffic Offences. He has a wealth of trial experience, and is an aggressive advocate both in trial and pre-trial negotiations.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 28 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1997

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Carroll Law Firm, LLC

44-C Markfield Drive, Charleston, SC, 29407-7908

carrolllawfirm.net

Calvin Andrew Carroll's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by JJ | November 16, 2012

DUI/DWI

Mr. Drew Carroll and his paralegal team are not only awesome but THE BEST! His legal fees might be a little higher than other firms, but believe me you get what you pay for, and the results we got (and others I know) were very favorable. From the first phone call his team of experts is with you every... step of the process. Most importantly Mr. Carroll is a extremely knowledgable & compassionate attorney with professionalism and ethics second to none. Remember he specializes in DUI/DWI and knows the legal system, DAs and police like no other attorney. I promise you won't be disappointed with the firm's services.

Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2012

Ousmtstanding Attorney and Stadd

Andrew Caroll is the best attorney for TriCounty and SC. Him and his staff and extremely knowledgeable, professional, persistent, and trustworthy. I was arrested for DUI 1st offense and opens container. I admit that I was extremely scared, worried, and embarrassed. His staff put my worries at ease.... He kept me aware of ever step in the case. He got my car reduced to reckless driving. The day I was supposed to go to court he called me at 2pm and told be it was over and I didn't have to go. I highly recommend him as an attorney.

See All Client Reviews

Calvin Andrew Carroll's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Calvin
Charles James Rathburn Jr. headshot
Charles Rathburn

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Drew and I met as young lawyers at an advanced DUI Seminar in Atlanta, Georgia where we were seated next to one another. It didn't take long to realize the quality of his mind and dedication to his clients. We have become close friends over the last two decades and his aggressiveness representing his clients has not abated. If a loved one or I needed an attorney in South Carolina, Drew would be my first call. He should be yours as well."

Brian Gregory Burke headshot
Brian Burke

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the best, if not the best, DUI attorneys in the State."

Dayne C. Phillips headshot
Dayne Phillips

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Drew is one of the best DUI defense attorneys in South Carolina. He is also a dedicated contributor to the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers."

Paul Thurmond headshot
Paul Thurmond

Unknown lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Drew has worked tirelessly on legislative issues that affect the criminal defense bar and more specifically DUI defense. He is an excellent lawyer. I have had the privilege of working with him on cases, both as a prosecutor and as counsel, for a co-defendant, and was simply impressed. He is knowledgeable and easy to talk with."

R. Brady Vannoy headshot
R. Vannoy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Friend

"In my opinion, Drew is the most knowledgeable DUI lawyer in Charleston. Having worked with him, I have personal knowledge of his expertise and dedication to his profession."

Jeffrey Gerardi headshot
Jeffrey Gerardi

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Timothy C. Kulp headshot
Timothy Kulp

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Drew is a lawyer's lawyer who I have the pleasure of collaborating with on DUI matters because he is one of the few of us who know this area of law, keep up with its complexity and don't take on clients simply to escort them into court to plead guilty. He is highly respected in this legal community and in the area of DUI defense, nationally. His presence in the courtroom is tactful and commanding. Judges respect him and the over-prepared case he takes into their courtrooms. I fully endorse my friend Drew Carroll."

William C. Head headshot
William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Drew Carroll has the perfect background for handling DUI cases: law enforcement and prosecution. When you KNOW that side of the coin, it makes fighting the flip side MUCH easier. Trained by South Carolina's recognized leader in DUI defense for 4 decades, the late Reese I. Joye, Jr., Drew has picked up the "colors" and trudged forward in the fight for his DUI clients' rights in the low country of South Carolina near Charleston."

Jason Philip Cerbone headshot
Jason Cerbone

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Drew Carroll is the DUI lawyer in South Carolina. Met him at a DUI Defense seminar at Harvard. He was warm and just a cool guy to talk to. You should call this man if you want to talk to the best. I endorse this lawyer."

Joe Good III headshot
Joe Good

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Drew is one of the best in the state for handling DUI cases."

Michael S. Waddington headshot
Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Patrick James McLaughlin headshot
Patrick McLaughlin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Drew Carroll is one of the preeminent DUI lawyers in South Carolina. He has built a great practice in the Charleston area the old fashioned way: by representing and defending clients. A past-President of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Drew has devoted time and energy not only in defending his own clients, but in protecting the rights of all those charged with crime in South Carolina. Drew has been and continues to be a leader at the Statehouse, actively tracking legislation and testifying before committees to protect the rights of those unfortunate enough to find themselves charged with a crime. Every year, Drew helps organize SCACDL's November DUI seminar, a program that attracts nationally recognized leaders in fields that effect the practice of DUI defense in SC and brings them to SC to educate fellow lawyers. Drew is a lawyer's lawyer and one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I know. I strongly endorse his work."

Monty D Desai headshot
Monty Desai

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Drew is a Top Class DUI Attorney. I highly recommend him. If you are in the Charleston area and need a DUI attorney Drew is your man!!!!"

Steve Wayne Sumner headshot
Steve Sumner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Drew Carroll is the man to call if you have been charged with DUI in the Charleston area. He is extremely focused on his clients and makes sure that they know he is in their corner. I would not hesitate to recommend Drew to anyone who needed help in Charleston."

R Scott Joye headshot
R Scott Joye

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A dedicated professional, Drew almost exclusively practices DUI law. He is an acknowledged leader in South Carolina in DUI Defense and is the immediated Past President of the South Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. I have known Drew for over 10 years and consider him to be not only an excellent DUI Defense lawyer, but also someone who attempts to educate other lawyers in SC. He has, for several years, been the moderator and driving force behind SC Criminal Defense Lawyers Association best attended Continuing Legal Education Seminar, that seminar focusing on DUI Defense. In addition, Drew has been a long time lobbyist to the SC Legislature in protecting the right of citizens charged with DUI in SC. I unequivocally would recommend Drew to anyone charged with the offense of Driving Under the Inluence in Charleston and the surrounding area."

Tom Anelli headshot
Tom Anelli

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Calvin is a true professional and his reputation as a DUI lawyer is known nationwide by those in our industry. It is no mistake that Calvin is known as one of the finest DUI lawyers in the country. I wholeheartedly recommend Calvin to those who need a good DUI lawyer."

Bill Powers headshot
Bill Powers

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top notch lawyer, plain and simple. He's the "go to guy" in Charleston. I know Drew personally. I find his legal mind to be exceptional, his dedication to clients admirable and his desire to win unimpeachable. I highly endorse his work. Bill Powers"

Seth J Price headshot
Seth Price

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If in trouble in North Charleston, Drew is the go to man."

Patrick Thomas Barone headshot
Patrick Barone

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Drew is an excellent DUI lawyer who works with some of the state’s most preeminent lawyers in SC. He is the President of the SC Criminal Defense Lawyer’s association, and a member of all the other associations in the state. He also teaches DUI seminars to other lawyers. Drew can leverage these personal relationships and knowledge to obtain for you the best possible result. If you are charged with DUI in SC I highly recommend Drew Carroll."

View All Endorsements
R. Brady Vannoy headshot
R. Vannoy

Criminal defense lawyer

William C. Head headshot
William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer

Patrick James McLaughlin headshot
Patrick McLaughlin

Criminal defense lawyer

Tom Anelli headshot
Tom Anelli

DUI and DWI lawyer

David B. Benowitz headshot
David Benowitz

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Firm Manager and Lead Trial Counsel, Criminial Defense Practice, Carroll Law Firm

1999 - 2010

Manager, DUI and Criminal Defense Practice, Joye Law Firm

Associations

2002 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

American Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

South Carolina Bar, Young Lawyers Division

Member

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Charleston County Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2010

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

Education

1997

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of South Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

SC Bar Annual Convention

Trial By Machine: An Examination of Evidential Breath Testing in South Carolina

2013

OACDL Advanced DUI Defense Seminar

Developing Excellence in Your DUI Defense Practice

2012

NCSC DUI/DWI Seminar

Developing Excellence In You DUI Defense Paractice

2012

NCDD Summer Session

Co-Leader Voir Dire Skills Session

2012

NCDD Summer Session

Co Leader Closing Argument Skills Session

2012

Capital Case Litigation Initiative

Panel Discussion Plea Negotiations in Capital Cases

2011

Public Defenders Best Practices Seminar

Defending DUI Cases

2011

NCDD Summer Session

Co-Leader Opening Statement Skills Session

2011

NCDD Summer Session

Co Leader Cross Examination Skills Session

2011

2011 Annual Spring Conference and Seminar

Effective Use of an Investigator in a DUI Case

2010

NCDD Summer Session

Co-Leader Cross Examination Skills Session

2010

Annual Convention

Defending Prescription Drug DUI Cases

2009

Summary Court Judges Annual Training

Criminal Defenses

2009

Elements and Defenses of South Carolina Crimes

DUI Defenses

2008

Summary Court Judges Annual Training

Criminal Defenses

2008

New World DUI

The New DUI Law

2007

Summary Court Judges Annual Training

Criminal Defenses

Languages

English

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution