Ronnie M. Cole

Ronnie M. Cole

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 49 years

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

1303 Ella Street, Anderson, SC

About Ronnie

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

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 49 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1976

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Cole Law Firm

1303 Ella Street, Anderson, SC, 29621

Law Offices of Ronnie M. Cole

126 Laurens Road, Greenville, SC, 29607

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Ronnie M. Cole's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | August 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The Best

Mr. Cole is the only attorney to retain if you are ever charged with DUI his extensive knowledge and experience with this type of charge is unequaled, Mr. Cole basically saved my life .

Posted by Richard | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Forever Thankful

The most logical place to start is with my utter stupidity and lack of judgment, this was ever apparent when I found myself sitting in a cell charged with DUI and unlawful carry of a firearm. The facts are these: I was pulled over after having a day that needed forgetting. I was in no mood to deal ...with the police ( only those having a father that is a retired police officer understand this). My demeanor and attitude during the field sobriety tests was embarrassing; I was a jerk. That was probably enough to put me in jail for a night but of course I had been drinking, had a pistol without a concealed weapon permit, and I refused to blow. My asinine performance continued until the point when the cell door shut and I was left to contemplate how in the world I was going to fix this. (Side-note: I had already accepted my dream job in another state, this of course was about to be in the crapper, along with my life.) I got out on a personal recognizance bond and went to get my car. This is where it gets interesting; I had not even began to think of who to hire or how to go about dealing with the legal process when the tow truck driver told me "... if you didn't blow and want to get out of a DUI, then call Ronnie Cole." Of course I took that with a grain of salt and did not believe much of what he said. However, I had to make a move so I called Mr. Cole's later that day and set up a time to go by his office. Mr. Cole is a straight-shooter, he's not a smoke-blowing kind of person. He'll let you know that right away. I could tell that he is a man that has an innate ability to read people within about five minutes of meeting them, and that's the kind of person I wanted on my side. I retained Mr. Cole and his team for my case and it was the best decision I have ever made. I was able to move and take the job while the case played out; I DO NOT have a DUI on my record nor an unlawful carry. Due to Mr. Cole's respect among his peers, I never had to drive back to South Carolina for a court appearance--he had my best interest always in mind. I will forever be indebted to Mr. Cole and his associates. He knows the law and has the experience to back it up.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Reccomend

Having been charged and convicted of DUI over a decade ago, I was aware of the terrible consequences. I lost my drivers license, had to attend ADSAP and pay huge fines for SR22 insurance and reinstatement fees. When I was charged again I felt completely depressed and hopeless. This is when I decid...ed to call Cole Law Firm. After my initial consultation with Ronnie and his staff, I knew I was doing the right thing. Ronnie Cole does not just know the DUI laws, he helped write them. I never had to attend one day in court and he was able to have my DUI charge completely dismissed. His entire staff was very professional, compassionate and understanding throughout. My only regret is not hiring Cole Law Firm when I was in trouble a decade ago …

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney

the best

After consulting with another law firm and not feeling comfortable I met with Ronnie and his staff. The law office of Ronnie Cole handled my case with the utmost importance and kept me up to date with the status of my case. I chose to go with Cole not because he made any false promises but because he... wrote the laws and made me feel that my case would be a priority.

Posted by Jerry | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The Cole Firm is the best

DUI is something that can change your life in a moment, I knew to call the best and Ronnie Cole is the best attorney you can get for this situation, he made me feel comfortable the minute I talked to him, his staff treats you like family, I would advise anyone with this situation to contact the Cole ...Law Firm first thing to get the best defense that's possible.

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1980 - Present

Owner, Cole Law Firm

Associations

1995 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Founding Member

1992 - Present

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Founding Member

1989 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

1976 - Present

South Carolina Bar Association

Member

Anderson County Bar Association

Member

International Association for Chemical Testing

Member

Education

1976

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

University of Georgia

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2012

You Can Get There from Here: A Roadmap to a Successful DUI Practice

Coercion in Field Sobriety and Breath Testing; Ethics

2012

July 2012 Orientation School for Magistrates and Municipal Judges

DUI - What You Will See in Your Courtroom

2012

2012 South Carolina Bar Convention

DUI: Reflection from 35 Years and Where We're Headed

Publications

2010

South Carolina Bar CLE South Carolina Accident Reconstruction Tool Kit

2009

South Carolina Bar CLE South Carolina Drug Case Tool Kit

1988

South Carolina Bar South Carolina Radar Defense Manual

1988

South Carolina Bar South Carolina DUI Defense Manual 1st, 2nd, 3rd Editions

N/A

DWI Journal Lack of Bladder Voiding as a Defense in DUI/DWI Case

Languages

English

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