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also known as Freddy Woods
Freddy Woods is an accomplished attorney with extensive courtroom experience in civil and criminal litigation. He has successfully handled high-value cases and has worked with firms in South Carolina, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta on complex legal matters. His career began as a CBCF Fellow to Congressman James Clyburn, followed by a clerkship with the Honorable Donald Beatty of the South Carolina Supreme Court. He later practiced with Lowery, Thompson, and King before expanding his work into broader litigation and business law.
Mr. Woods is deeply involved in public service, representing children in the juvenile justice system pro bono. He is passionate about providing young people with opportunities to succeed. He has served on multiple nonprofit boards and has been an executive board member and treasurer for an organization focused on affordable housing.
He is a regular media commentator on legal and political issues and has spoken at universities and colleges. An enthusiastic traveler, he has explored more than 42 countries and speaks English and Portuguese fluently, with conversational Spanish. Mr. Woods believes in the value of every individual and the power of personal determination to create meaningful change.
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Acquired: 1996
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2010
955 West Wade Hampton Blvd, Ste 10 B, Greer, SC, 29650
3501 North Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201-2307
28 Old Jericho Road, Beaufort, SC, 29906-4222
1019 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582
223 E Main Street, Suite 500, Rock Hill, SC, 29730
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Posted by TL | January 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trucking Accident
Best Truck Accident Attorney in South Carolina
Mr. Woods was incredibly nice to us when a tragedy struck in our family. Our family member was hit and severely hurt in an 18-wheeler accident when a big truck him. He soon lost his job and therefore his medical benefits and was left to recover on his own and struggle to pay all of his regular bills...
Posted by Isaiah M. | October 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Quick response. Winning Lawyers
They performed at the highest level and I never had to be concerned about anything. I could always call and talk to my lawyer. He knew how to protect me. I got more money from my settlement than I ever thought I would receive. I have only good things to say about them.
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I asked and God answered
I called and spoke with many different lawyers and many were rude, even their staff members were rude. I felt like I couldn't ask them any questions and they weren't really telling me a whole lot about what they could do for me. My soon-to-be husband is facing very serious charges and I am eager to g...
Posted by Jacquet. Y | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
CALL HIM NOW!!!
If you are looking around for a lawyer, stop, LOOK NO MORE, CALL HIM NOW! I had a situation where I needed help fast! I needed answers at that moment. A colleague of mine referred me to Mr. Woods and I called him right away. Mr. Woods and his staff were very helpful with that process. When I called h...
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
I literally skipped out of court/ joyful
Freddy and his staff turned what was the worst experience of my life into something painless. I received a DUI charge where I blew 0.22. I Spent the night in jail, when I got out I immediately looked up attournies and came across Freddy. When I called for the first time Freddy answered the phone h...
"Great lawyer. I had a question about a client of mine who had a DUII case in South Carolina and within minutes Mr. Woods answered all my questions and even offered to write my client a letter to help him out. Great guy, smart lawyer."
"Mr. Woods is a very knowledgeable attorney who is dedicated to achieving the best outcome possible for his clients and in practicing law. His credentials and experience are beyond impressive, and I would not hesitate to refer any potential clients his way, knowing they would be in very good hands!"
"I endorse this lawyer. He has revolutionized his practice to benefit his clients with efficiency. He is a strong advocate for his clients."
"It is with great pleasure that I recommend my friend Fred Woods in this forum. Attorney Woods has served the community in an exemplary fashion for a number of years. He continues to develop innovative ways to better serve his clients. Attorney Woods has maintained an outstanding record of success and a person who practices with the highest degree of ethics."
"Fred Woods is a fellow member of the National College for DUI Defense. Fred is dedicated to DUI defense and has shown his commitment to achieving the best results for his clients by continually educating himself about cutting edge defenses. I endorse this lawyer."
"You have not seen a closing argument until you see Freddy Woods in action. The first time I saw him I concluded I had just seen one of the best in the business at work. He is definitely THE MAN on the I-85 corridor through South Carolina."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred handles numerous DUI's in South Carolina. He has a tremendous amount of experience in court and consistently represents his clients in a zealous manner."
"Freddy is an excellent DUI lawyer and the one I would call if arrested for DUI in Greenville, South Carolina. He is very good in court and in front of a jury. I high recommend him and think you would be lucky to have him represent you."
"I had the privilege of of attending the Harvard University Summer Sessions of the National College for DUI Defense with Fred Woods. Fred brought a professionalism and fire to our courses, and has an amazing courtroom presence that he displayed during mock trial exercises and small group workshops. Mr. Woods' ability to bring such a tremendous courtroom presence to bear in the the "artificial" environment of a mock trial setting was really quite an inspiring pleasure to watch. If you're seeking trial counsel you will do no better. We also had the chance to share tales of our business interests and Mr. Woods brings a varied and successful entrepreneurial commercial background to the table. Clients benefit from his breadth in the business world, and opposing counsel and parties either sit and take notice or proceed at their peril. I'm please to unhesitatingly recommend Mr. Woods, and am happy to offer further insight at any time."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred is a truly amazing and talented attorney. His trial skills are impressive and you can tell that he truly cares about his clients."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2010.
Public Reprimand issued in SC, 2010
updated on 08/24/2020Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top Contributor - Criminal Defense, AVVO
2015
Top Contributor - DUI, AVVO
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Graduate- Intensive Summer Session - DUI Defense, Harvard Law School - National College for DUI Defense
2012
Level 10 Contributor, Avvo
2012
Top Contributor, Avvo
2011
Treasurer & Executive Board Member, Greenville County Redevelopment Authority
2009
Board Member, Greenville County Redevelopment Authority
1998
Graduate - Class 25, Leadership Greenville
1997
Graduate - Class 14, Leadership Anderson
1995
Law Review, Howard University School of Law
1995
Moot Court, Howard University School of Law
2005 - Present
Partner, The Woods Law Firm
2012 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseMember
2012 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitMember
2012 - Present
National College for DUI Defense Diversity CommitteeBoard Member
2011 - Present
Greenville County Redevelopment AuthorityTreasurer & Executive Board Member
2009 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1997 - Present
South Carolina Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Greenville Chamber of CommerceMember
1997 - Present
National Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Greenville County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
United States District Court for the District of South CarolinaMember
1996 - Present
South Carolina Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Howard University School of Law Alumni AssociationMember
2015 - 2020
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysMember, Top DUI Attorney
2009 - 2011
Greenville County Redevelopment AuthorityBoard Member
1996 - 1997
Anderson Chamber of CommerceMember
Case dismissed - All Charges Dropped
DUI Case Dismissed!
3 million plus - Structured Settlement
Case Dismissed - All Charges Dropped
Case dismissed - All Charges Dropped
All Charges Dismissed at Trial
1995
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1991
(BA) - Bachelor of Arts
2012
The Michael Jackson Trials: Legal Issues of a Legend
2009
The Art of the Argument: Opening and Closing Arguments in a Criminal Case
2007
Maximizing Your Client's Recovery in An Auto Accident Case
2002
Entertainment Law - The Arrested Artist
2000
The Criminal Case Process
2012
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