Lauren Whitney Thwaites

Lauren Whitney Thwaites

also known as L. Whitney Thwaites, Whitney Thwaites

3.7
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Mount Pleasant, SC
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +3 more

622 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC

About Lauren

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

As a family lawyer, I primarily deal with divorce and separation cases. Child custody, child support, visitation, equitable division of assets and alimony are all issues that typically arise with my divorce and separation cases.

14 years | 300 cases

40%
Child Custody 20%

I have worked on several cases that deal with child custody and visitation between two (2) people who were never married. Child support also attaches to these cases.

14 years | 150 cases

20%
Child Support 20%

I typically work on child support cases as they relate to Divorce/Separation or Child Custody. I also represent clients who need to modify a prior court order if there is a substantial change in income for either parent.

14 years | 150 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

I usually handle domestic violence cases incident to my divorce/separation cases, but I also handle Orders of Protection.

14 years | 60 cases

10%
Child Abuse 5%

I have probably tried approximately thirty (30) cases that have dealt specifically with child abuse over the past six (6) years. These cases typically involve DSS.

14 years | 30 cases

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

I have probably handled approximately thirty (30) prenuptial and postnuptial agreements over the past six (6) years.

14 years | 30 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 15 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2010

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Peck Law Firm, LLC

622 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464

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Lauren Whitney Thwaites's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Amy | February 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Compassionate Attorney

Whitney did an awesome job representing me with a hideous custody case. She knew how to handle my case from ever different angle. She was angry and firm when I was angry, she was compassionate when I was upset and she was positive when I was doubtful!! She is an awesome attorney who ended up bein...g a dear friend!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!

Posted by Courtney | January 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

MOST DEDICATED ATTORNEY IN SC!

Ms. Thwaites represented me in divorce proceedings that were extremely hard and bothersome. She was available to me any time I needed her and by the time we were finished I felt like she was more like family than anything. I am extremely blessed to have met her and had her represent me. She is amazi...ng, extremely intelligent and her tenacity and dedication is off the charts.

Posted by Jessica | December 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer hands down

Whitney is an awesome lawyer. When I was first charged I was terrified and had a million questions! She was able to answer every single one of them and make me understand that this was not the end of my life. She asked me what I wanted out of this and she got me exactly what I wanted. I’m forever gra...teful for her. She’s not just my lawyer but definitely my go to when I’m needing life questions asked. I’m sad to see her move but I would highly recommend her! Once again thank you for everything Whitney.

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Advice and Support on Divorce Issues

Reviewed divorce decree, advised on child support issues, contacted original attorney on the case, and helped with settlement to keep me from going to jail. Continue to keep Attorney Thwaites updated and she continues to counsel me to ensure that I am on track with the decree.

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Andrew Brener

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Whitney is a wonderful attorney with a passion for family law. She cares deeply about her clients and uses her experience and knowledge of the law to fight for them."

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Jessica Partain

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Whitney is compassionate and highly knowledgeable about the family law issues our clients are facing. She is a tremendous asset to our team."

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Andrew Brener

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Jessica Partain

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David Collins

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Elizabeth Hight

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney at Law, The Peck Law Firm, LLC

2012 - 2018

Attorney at Law, The Howard Law Firm

Associations

2018 - Present

Charleston County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Berkeley County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Dorchester County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

2015 - 2018

Greenville County Bar Association

Member

Education

2009

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

College of Charleston

BA - Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude)

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