Samuel Barton Tooker

Samuel Barton Tooker

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Greenville, SC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation

318 W Stone Ave, Greenville, SC

About Samuel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 34%

Violent crime, drug crime, motor vehicle crime, General Sessions, and magistrate's court defense.

34%
Litigation 33%

Construction litigation, business litigation, including small business representation, defamation, collections, and other civil matters in both Common Pleas and magistrate's court.

33%
Personal Injury 33%

Personal injuries related to motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, premises liability, dog bites, wrongful death, and other injury-related civil cases.

33%

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 16 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2009

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

David R. Price, Jr., P.A.

318 W Stone Ave, Greenville, SC, 29609-5437

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Samuel Barton Tooker's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (14)
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Posted by daniel | November 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

unbelievable

he dropped everything..had my false charges. dismissed..absolutely recommend..

Posted by Barbara | April 23, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

The nicest man

Sam was very thorough and patient but explained everything so clearly and was a huge help.Extremely nice on top of everything. Would definitely recommend him!

Posted by LAMONT | March 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lamont Jackson

Extremely professional, patient and positive. I would recommend this firm on the toughest of cases and I am confident that through Sam Tooker you will result in the most positive and beneficial outcome. Very knowledgeable of the law and has an added professional charm that brings a calm to all partie...s involved. Truly grateful for these guys Sam Tooker got my very serious case dismissed to which I credit his dedication to finding the best possible outcome for his clients and belief in the facts of law. Hands down the best coming out of Greenville. Thanks again Sam.

Posted by Jermaine | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney

I was very pleased with his services and his attentive care and concern. He is very in depth, very specific and very alert to all details. He goes above and beyond to being very well prepared and quick with with his timing on the case at hand. At no point did i feel he was trying to make my decision ...for me, he never put pressure or made the case more of his concern than mine. I felt he had my best interests in mind during the entire process. I want to sincerely Thank Mr. Tooker for all hes done and i definitely highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | January 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Skilled Advocate

Samuel Tooker is a skilled and thoughtful advocate. He is professional and responsive. He is very familiar with local judges and practitioners.

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Samuel Barton Tooker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lucas Marchant

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sam Tooker and I worked together in the Solicitors Office for several years. He has a strong work ethic, is intelligent, and has a deep understanding of our criminal justice system. I'd strongly recommend bringing Sam onto your case and have him fighting for your rights."

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Phillip Liles

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sam and I were college roommates. We recently happen to represent a client in common on an extradition from NC to SC for drug charges. I handled the extradition process while Sam expertly handled the substantive drug charges. He was able to get the charges completely dismissed in a very short amount of time. I'm happy to endorse Sam both personally and professionally."

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C. McDaniel

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I met Sam when he was a prosecutor in Pickens County. It was immediately apparent that he was very talented, hard working and fair. He has taken that experience and truly become a complete criminal defense lawyer. Sam gets unbelievable results for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Jenny Barwick

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sam and I worked together at the solicitor's office. He has tons of trial experience and is an aggressive advocate for his clients. He is extremely intelligent and hardworking."

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John Bateman

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would happily recommend Mr. Tooker to any of my friends or family that were injured. He is an incredibly intelligent lawyer who treats people with dignity and respect."

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Charles Whetstone

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alwyn Silver

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Not only is Mr. Tooker a fantastic attorney, but you can tell that he cares deeply for the well being of his clients and is passionate about his work. I would highly recommend him to my own family."

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John Whitehead

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Nihar Patel

Personal injury lawyer

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David Price

Litigation lawyer

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Kirsten Irey-Iverson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lucas Marchant

Litigation lawyer

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Phillip Liles

Criminal defense lawyer

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C. McDaniel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alwyn Silver

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John Bateman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Charles Whetstone

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine

2016

Clients' Choice: Criminal Defense, AVVO

2015

Outstanding Service: 01/04/2010 - 07/05/2015, 13th Circuit Solicitor's Office

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate, David R. Price, Jr., P.A.

2013 - Present

Mock Trial Coach, Furman University

2010 - 2015

Violent Crimes Prosecutor, 13th Circuit Solicitor's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

South Carolina Association for Justice

Member

2015 - Present

South Carolina Bar, House of Delegates

Delegate

2009 - Present

South Carolina Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI and Simple Possession of Marijuana

Reckless Driving

Criminal Sexual Conduct with Minor, 2nd Degree

Dismissed

DUI

Reckless Driving

CSC with Minor, First Degree

Dismissed

DUI 2nd and Leaving the Scene

Dismissed

Domestic Violence 2nd Degree

Dismissed

Stalking

Dismissed

Multiple Counts of Meth Trafficking

Plea to PWID Controlled Substance for YOA with Shock Incarceration (a 90 day boot camp)

Meth Trafficking

Dismissed

Attempted Murder

Not Guilty

Shoplifting

Dismissal

Unlawful Carrying

Dismissal

Drug Distribution

Dismissal

Receiving Stolen Goods

Dismissal

DVHAN

Reduction to Magistrate Court Charge

Automobile Accident with Denied Liability

Settled for policy limits

Breach of Contract

Win

State v. Holder

Win

State v. Evans

Win

State v. Cone

Win

State v. Gamble

Win

State v. Drachslin

Win

State v. Morgan

Win

State v. Meadows

Win

State v. Mealor, Greenfield, and Hayes

Win

State v. Ryder

Win

State v. Morris

Win

State v. Burgess

Win

State v. Coluccio

Win

State v. Kay

Win

State v. Hendricks

Win

State v. Patrick

Win

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Education

2009

University of South Carolina School of Law

J.D.

2006

Furman University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Pickens County Sheriff's Office

Changes in South Carolina Domestic Violence Law

2014

South Carolina Solicitor's Conference

Meth Trafficking Conspiracies

2014

Clemson City Police Department

Felony DUI and Blood Draws

2012

Pickens County Sheriff's Office

The Fourth Amendment and the Automobile Exception

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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