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    South Carolina Has 1283 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 3841 Reviews

    Michael Joseph O'Sullivan

    Michael Joseph O'Sullivan

    5.021 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I hired Michael O'Sullivan after receiving a letter in the mail from him when I was arrested for refusing a field sobriety test and breathalyzer after a small, at-fault, fender bender at a red light. As a result, I was charged with Refusal and DUI..."
    Rating:  8.0
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    David W. Farrell

    David W. Farrell

    5.08 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "Unfortunately, several times throughout my life I've needed a good attorney. The most recent instances were for traffic infractions in SC. David has far exceeded all my expectations. He's extremely professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. He's ..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Shannon Christy McGrath

    Shannon Christy McGrath

    5.05 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Animal Law, General Practice
    Review: "I had made a decision with a lack of good judgement and had to come to terms with how this would impact the rest of my life. As I prepared for the worst, I reached out to a credible source and was referred to Shannon. Shannon listened to my issue ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jordan Wales Hyman

    Jordan Wales Hyman

    5.02 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate and more
    Bio: Attorney Jordan W. Hyman completed his undergraduate degree in Political Science in 2008 at the University of South Carolina. While at the University of South Carolina, Jordan was actively involved in Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and served as Secre...
    Rating:  7.0
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    S. Murry Kinard

    S. Murry Kinard

    4.611 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury
    Bio: Murry Kinard is a 1986 graduate of Lexington High School. He obtained his undergraduate degree in 1990 from Lander College where he played basketball and served as Student Body Vice President his senior year. He graduated from the University of So...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Johnny Joseph Evans

    Johnny Joseph Evans

    5.03 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I began my career in the legal field nearly 20 years ago as a law enforcement officer. I have worked everything from traffic tickets to murders and simple possession of drugs to federal wiretap investigations. I believe that the very best lawyers ...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Joseph Stephen Schmutz

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    Joseph Stephen Schmutz

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    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Rating:  6.9
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    Thomas C. Brittain

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    Thomas C. Brittain

    5.02 reviews
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    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Thomas C. Brittain is widely recognized as one of the nation’s top lawyers. His inclusion as a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers is bestowed only on the top 1% of all trial lawyers. With over three decades of successful legal represe...
    Rating:  9.5
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    D. Nichole Davis

    D. Nichole Davis

    4.65 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Ms. Davis helped me settle a very complex federal case. I was skeptical about using an attorney from a small firm, but she exceeded my expectations. Unlike my previous lawyers, she was able to think outside of the box and reach an agreement that s..."
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    James Austin Thomas

    James Austin Thomas

    5.04 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: In a time when making a quick buck appears to be the top priority for many, I still believe that the client-attorney relationship is the most important aspect of my profession. As a trial lawyer and advocate, I have the skills and experience to as...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Alan Lance Crick

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    Alan Lance Crick

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    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Rating:  6.9
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    Daniel Thomas Sullivan

    Daniel Thomas Sullivan

    5.05 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: The trio of attorneys at The Sullivan Firm are here for you. They’ve got the knowledge and courtroom experience to help guide you through your life challenges from divorce or work injuries to auto accidents or criminal charges. Our team of attorne...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Matthew Martin McGuire

    Matthew Martin McGuire

    5.02 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: McGuire Law has spent over three decades representing people across South Carolina. The firm started small and has grown steadily into one of the state's most respected practices, with a reputation that extends well beyond state lines. The firm fo...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Sarah Morrison Henry

    Sarah Morrison Henry

    4.04 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I'm a personal injury, family law, and criminal defense attorney with more than 7 years of real courtroom experience as a court-appointed attorney, legal aid attorney, and private lawyer. Whether you are facing serous injury from an accident that ...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Dean N. Mureddu

    Dean N. Mureddu

    4.36 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Dean has been defending DUI and criminal cases in the Myrtle Beach and Georgetown area for over twenty years. He has defended probably every type of criminal case at trial. He is a highly skilled defense attorney who is well regarded in the legal ...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Lloyd Wayne Patterson

    Lloyd Wayne Patterson

    4.49 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I have over forty five years of business and legal experience. Prior to entering law, I owned and managed corporations involved in various fields of the construction industry and am a past president of Carolinas Associated General Contractors. I c...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Mark A Peper

    Mark A Peper

    5.02 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: A lifelong Charlstonian, Mark opened The Peper Law Firm in 2005 to provide quality legal services to the citizens of the lowcountry that raised and supported him. Through its continued success, the Firm has grown into a team of 3 attorneys and 7 s...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Hunter Chase Harbin

    Hunter Chase Harbin

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI and DWI
    Review: "DUI client - Chase made things easy to understand, and answered any and every question I asked. His office notified me of every event, including court dates, well in advance, and invited me for in-office visits to discuss my case whenever any con..."
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    Erika Baldwin

    Erika Baldwin

    5.03 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law
    Review: "Miss Baldwin helped to save my life. I was unjustly jail for over 3 yrs. And she showed through truth and evidence I was innocent. Erica is 5 star"
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    Louis H Lang

    Louis H Lang

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    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Real Estate and more
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