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Rose Mary Parham
Rose Mary Parham
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Highly Experienced & Aggressive Attorney Helping Clients Throughout South Carolina.

I was born and raised in Orangeburg, South Carolina and am 45 years old.  I received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Clemson University in 1991.  In 1994, I obtained a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolihna School of Law.  From 1994 through 1999, I lived and worked in Nacogdoches, Texas.  While there, I served as an Assistant District Attorney (state prosecutor) for five years.  In 1999, I returned to South Carolina to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (federal prosecutor).  I handled more than 1000 cases during my tenure at the United States Attorney's Office, which gave me experience in many different types of cases, including federal murder cases, white collar crimes, drug crimes, firearms offenses, mail fraud, wire fraud, organized crime, conspiracy, and civil forfeiture.  In 2010, I left the United States Attorney's Office and opened Parham Law Firm, LLC.  My goal is to provide aggressive, effective representation for all of my clients.  I look forward to speaking with you about your legal needs.

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Practice areas

OtherWhite collar crimeCar accidentFederal crimeCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 18%

    Parham has worked as a federal and state criminal trial lawyer for 18 years. She served as an Assistant United States Attorney (federal prosecutor) in South Carolina for 11 years and Assistant District Attorney for 5 years. Parham provides effective, aggressive representation for her clients. She handles state and federal criminal cases throughout South Carolina.

    12 years

  2. Federal crime: 18%

    Parham is a federal trial attorney. She served as an Assistant United States Attorney in South Carolina for 11 years and has defended federal clients for 3 years. Parham has handled a wide range of cases in federal court including murder, organized crime, drug conspiracy, federal gun violations, white collar crimes, mortgage fraud, mail fraud, health care fraud, wire fraud, tax fraud, counterfeit goods, money laundering, re-sentencing hearings, and sentence reductions.

    22 years

  3. Car accident: 18%

    Parham has been an trial lawyer for 18 years and provides her clients with effective, aggressive representation. She has handled numerous cases involving car accidents and personal injuries.

    12 years

  4. White collar crime: 14%

    Parham is a federal trial attorney. She served as an Assistant United States Attorney in South Carolina for 11 years and has defended federal clients for 3 years. Parham has handled a wide range of cases in federal court including murder, organized crime, drug conspiracy, federal gun violations, white collar crimes, mortgage fraud, mail fraud, health care fraud, wire fraud, tax fraud, counterfeit goods, money laundering, re-sentencing hearings, and sentence reductions.

    22 years

  1. Nursing home abuse and neglect: 12%

    10 years

  2. DUI and DWI: 10%

    Parham has been a criminal trial lawyer for 18 years. Parham has years of experience in both prosecuting and defending DUI cases.

    12 years

  3. Speeding and traffic ticket: 10%

    12 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Parham Law Firm, LLC

152 South McQueen Street
Post Office Box 1514
Florence, SC, 29503-1514

Website
http://www.rosemaryparham.com 

    Parham Law Firm, LLC

    1201 Main Street, Suite 1912
    Columbia, SC, 29201

    Parham Law Firm, LLC

    231 King Street
    Charleston, SC

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    SCGood Standing199911/30/2021
    TXInactive 199511/24/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers0
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
    Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2016
    Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
    Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2014
    BV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
    Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers Association2013
    U.S. Attorney's AwardUnited States Attorney's Office2007
    U.S. Attorney's AwardUnited States Attorney's Office2002
    Case of the YearOrganized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force2002
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Owner/LawyerParham Law Firm, LLC2010 - Present
    Assistant U.S. AttorneyUnited States Attorney's Office1999 - 2010
    Assistant District AttorneyDistrict Attorney's Office1995 - 1999
    Law ClerkFairchild, Price, Thomas & Haley1994 - 1995
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    South Carolina Women Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present
    National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2013 - Present
    Federal Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
    South Carolina Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
    Florence County Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
    United States District Court for the District of South CarolinaMember1999 - Present
    State Bar of TexasMember1995 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    LECC Newsletter"The Tide Turns for Atlantic Beach"N/A
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of South Carolina School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1994
    Clemson UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1991
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Federal Guidelines SeminarFederal Practices and Plea Negotiations2012
    Commencement Speaker"Priceless"2012
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    South Carolina vs. FreemanNot guilty of First Degree Burglary and First Degree Assault charges
    South Carolina vs. GopaldasDouble homicide charges dismissed
    South Carolina vs. WhiteJury found client not guilty of First Degree Burglary and Rape Charges

    Reviews

    (6)4.5 stars
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    Great Criminal and Civil Attorney.!!!

    5.0 stars

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    She’s a fierce attorney, known for her abilities as a trial lawyer. She cares about here clients and is their voice regarding legal matters. You won’t find a better attorney. I was very pleased with amount of money I received in the settlement.
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    federal lawyer

    5.0 stars

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    Miss Rose Mary saved my life because she was able to get my federal charges reduced to a misdemeanor which kept me from getting deported. After the case was over, she stopped by my business several times when she was in town to check on my family and me. She also wanted to come to my swearing in ceremony when I became a U.S. citizen. If you want to hire the best lawyer who is also the best person, choose Miss Rose Mary.
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    Lawyer with a heart.

    5.0 stars

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    Ms Rose Mary Parham literally saved my life, I would have been "rail roaded" by the system if it was not for her. The state charged me with some heinous crimes a couple of years ago. She worked tirelessly for my rights and freedom. She is highly knowledgeable, resourceful and thorough, I think this comes to her because of the high caliber cases she deals with. I was lucky to have her on my side. She was always responsive and easily accessible. Beyond all she really cares, this makes a difference when you get caught up in emotional testing times.
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    Caring, Intelligent, and Highly Recommended

    5.0 stars

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    Two and a half years ago, our son was arrested for a crime he did not commit. He was not granted a bond. Six months later, a jury found him not guilty, after thirty minutes of deliberation. Needless to say, our family lived through a nightmare. Luckily, we retained the services of Rose Mary Parham. We are forever indebted to her. This working mother of four is also extremely intelligent, caring, and skilled in her field. She worked tenaciously on our son's case, and her performance in the courtroom was beyond compare. This was a very emotional time for me and my husband. We found Rose Mary to be both patient and respectful with us, in spite of our great ignorance of the judicial system. When we had any questions or concerns, she would promptly return our calls or emails. She was always easily accessible during this six month period. Over the last two years since the trial, Rose Mary has called us periodically to check on our son. That means alot. We highly recommend Rose Mary Parham. Thank you Rose Mary!
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    Ms. Parham is a top lawyer - who puts the client first.

    5.0 stars

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    Ms. Parham was my attorney for a personal injury case in 2010. I have worked with many lawyers in my 40+ years as a businessman and Ms. Parham ranks at the top. She was knowledgeable, efficient, and my best interest was always the major concern. I was pleased with the settlement and would use her again without question.

    Poor staff support

    3.0 stars

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    The secretary I dealt with was rude and unhelpful. She provided the wrong phone number to Rose Mary who called me at home instead of work. I never received a follow up call after I called back again. I called one more time the following Monday and was told Mary Rose was in court and unavailable. When I said I needed an attorney today so I may need to look for someone else, the secretary said "ok" and hung up. I can't judge Mary Rose, her resume looked very good, but she needs to take a close look at the people she hires to take the calls.
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    Lawyer Robert Samuel Gilligan

    Robert Gilligan, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Timothy Kirk Truslow

    Timothy Truslow, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have defended cases against Rose Mary when she was an Assistant U.S. Attorney, and I have seen her work as a defense attorney since she has been in private practice. She is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense and a top litigator in the courtroom.

    Lawyer Robert Samuel Gilligan

    Robert Gilligan, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Timothy Kirk Truslow

    Timothy Truslow, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have defended cases against Rose Mary when she was an Assistant U.S. Attorney, and I have seen her work as a defense attorney since she has been in private practice. She is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense and a top litigator in the courtroom.

    Lawyer Deborah B. Barbier

    Deborah Barbier, Federal crime Attorney on Apr 10, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse Rose Mary Parham. She is smart, dedicated, hardworking and an excelllent trial lawyer.

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