Greg McCollum
also known as Complete Legal Defense Team, M Gregory McCollum
About Greg
Biography
At the Complete Legal Defense Team: We Defend the Accused who Have a Lot To Lose. Being accused of a crime is frightening. You experience public shame and humiliation and do not know where to turn for help. We are experienced and knowledgeable and will take immediate steps to begin repairing your life. We evaluate how the allegation affects you and your life and your family. We examine how it affects your reputation, how it affects your life, and how it will affect you financially. Believe it or not, many people who are arrested and charged with crimes are innocent. Usually everyone seems to assume that they are guilty or they would not have been arrested. Our clients are often shocked at how easy it is to be arrested with very little police investigation. Sometimes a single statement by one person is enough to cause charges to be made and an arrest warrant to be issued. Many times people do not know an arrest is imminent. They are shocked when police show up at their work place or home and they are immediately handcuffed in front of everyone and taken to jail. These are things we deal with daily. At the Complete Legal Defense Team all we do is represent people who are accused of crimes. We focus on three main areas of defense: MAJOR FELONIES, DUI, and TRAFFIC COURT. Our goal from the outset is to examine the facts and circumstances completely. Usually there is evidence not gathered or overlooked because it points to innocence or lack of guilt. We look for evidence which indicates our client was not there, did not do what was alleged or was justified in his or her actions. We defend and have successfully defended every type of Major Felony. We have defended clients for Murder, Kidnapping, Sexual Assault, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Drug Trafficking and more. We have successfully defended clients for DUI. When a person is charged with a DUI and someone is killed or seriously injured, even a passenger, the driver is charged with Felony DUI. We have defended at trial all of the type cases listed and many others.
We have the ability, resources, skill and experience to defend every type of serious felony to less serious, but important cases like DUI. In addition to defense of serious felony cases and DUI, we also regularly represent and help people in traffic court, so you can avoid having to appear in traffic court.
Whether you have been charged with a serious offense or something minor, if you would like help contact our office now.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
39 years | 1,000 cases
39 years | 1,000 cases
39 years | 150 cases
39 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 37 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team
1012 38th Avenue North, Suite 202, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
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Greg McCollum's Reviews
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13 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews
Posted by Andrew | July 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional
Outstanding service in all aspects of my case. Exceptional communication whenever I needed them they were available, even after hours. Worked on my case diligently and we’re willing to fight until I got the result I wanted regardless of how long it may have taken. 12/10 would recommend this firm t...
Posted by Sam | June 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Best Representative Ever
Greg McCollum, by far is the most kind, attorney I know he cares about the outcome of the situation at hand. He answers questions and is always a phone call away early morning , noon, or night. When I made the choice to hire him it was the best decision ever. If you want the same treatment and more ...
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Gave away 25k
This is very specific... lied... says one thing on phone or face to face and doesn’t follow through in court. Was always a step behind... day late in the case.
Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Terrible attorney
He charged me for services that he did not provide. Basically took the case, gave me bad advice and did nothing. You are better off representing yourself. Save your money! This firm is a joke.
Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Services
Greg McCollum is an awesome attorney. His office is very professional. He has a very reliable team that gets very effective results for their clients. I would highly recommend him for criminal defense!
Greg McCollum's Lawyer Endorsements
"I just joined Greg at the Complete Legal Defense Team. I've known him since I began practicing law in 1994, and I never missed a chance to watch him at trial. To become a skilled trial attorney, one needs to watch the best lawyers in action. Greg is truly one of the best trial attorneys in our State."
"Greg has a high quality practice in the criminal defense field. I would recommend his services to those in need."
"Greg is a highly respected lawyer in the field of criminal defense. He has the knowledge and experience needed to get great results for his clients."
"I have worked at the Complete Legal Defense Team with Greg for sometime now and have learned tons. While his dedication to the successful practice and study of law is obvious, his commitment to and compassion for clients is his real asset. If you are in need of a truly great criminal defense lawyer I highly recommend Greg McCollum."
"Greg is a very knowledgeable and thorough criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is an outstanding attorney and has dedicated his practice to defending individuals against criminal charges. He has the experience and trial skills needed to win cases. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense lawyer."
"Greg is very knowledgeable and always well prepared for trial."
"Greg is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced criminal defense lawyers in Horry County. For someone in need of excellent representation, I would not hesitate to retain his services. His is an honest person and a good man."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Greg is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He is a former prosecutor and has a great understanding of the law. He is one of the most respected criminal defense lawyers in South Carolina. Greg will not hesitate to take his case to trial if he doesn't receive a fair plea offer from the prosecution. He does an incredible job zealously defending his clients. I would give Greg McCollum my highest recommendation!"
"I would recommend Greg McCollum to anyone. His reputation is unblemished and he is an accomplished attorney who will not back down from a fight."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of not only watching Greg in action, but I have also worked with Greg on several criminal matters. Greg's understanding of the criminal law and his ability to try a case to a jury is second to none. Anyone represented by Greg is in more than capable hands."
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Experience
Honors
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2006
Recognition of service, Horry County Democratic Party
2006
Service Recognition, North Strand Democrats
1995
Recognition of Service, Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of M. Gregory McCollum
1993 - 1995
Special DUI Jury Court Prosecutor, Horry County Solicitors Office
1989 - 1993
Assistant District Attorney State Prosecutor, District Attorney 15th Circuit Solicitor
1988 - 1988
Circuit Judge Law Clerk, Hon. Don S. Rushing
1988 - 1989
Assistant Public Defender, Horry County Public Defender
Associations
2008 - Present
Fifteenth Circuit Public Defender Selection CommitteeBoard Member
2003 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted
1995 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLife Member
1992 - Present
United States District Court for South CarolinaAdmitted
1988 - Present
South Carolina BarAdmitted
1988 - Present
Horry County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2010 - 2013
Small Business CouncilPast Chairman
2007 - 2014
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of CommerceFormer Board of Directors
2007 - 2010
Legislative Policy CouncilCommittee Member
2003 - 2006
Democratic Party of Horry CountyChairman
2001 - 2003
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
1997 - 2008
Public Defender Corporation of Horry CountyBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Guilty of Murder and Armed Robbery
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Probation
Conditional Discharge
Hung Jury, then later all charges dismissed
Reckless Driving 6 points, Improper Start no points. DUI Dismissed.
Directed verdict: Not Guilty Armed Robbery, Hung Jury Burglary and Robbery
Not Guilty
All Charges Dismissed
All Charges Dismissed
Two years probation
All Charges Dismissed
Prior to case being called for trial the case was dismissed by the prosecutor because of insufficient evidence after a thorough review of the evidence and circumstances surrounding the arrest.
Client entered a guilty plea to First Degree Assault and Battery and received three years probation and was ordered to pay restitution of $4,000
Education
1985
Law Degree Juris Doctor
1982
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Stand Your Ground Law
2014
DUI 101
2014
Tammy Moorer Heather Elvis Case
2014
DUI 101
2014
DUI 101
2014
Tammy Moorer Heather Elvis Case
2003
Setting Fees in Criminal Cases
1997
Criminal Investigations
Publications
2014
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Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
UNLAWFUL TO ADVERTISE, MANUFAC, POSSESS,SELL, ETC. PARAPHERNALIA. Can I beat this charge? or am i looking at jail time
07 Nov 2012
Convicted of a CDV in SC, later convicted of malicious property damage, can I expunge or appeal expungement/sealing laws
11 Nov 2012
Can you get off with just an open container and not minor in possession?
08 Nov 2012