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    South Carolina Has 1294 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 3976 Reviews

    Sukhpreet Singh

    Sukhpreet Singh

    5.02 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 2 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: Vick believes communication is the key to everything. He understands the importance of listening to clients, explaining the legal process to them, and answering any questions they may have. He works directly with the client to strive for the best ...
    Rating:  6.2
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    Nancy Jo Thomason

    Nancy Jo Thomason

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Review: "Hands down...she's the BEST. I've used Nancy Jo to represent me for several cases over the past 10 years - ranging from a divorce, child custody and adoption. She was an absolute jewel to have on my side during these difficult times. She fought ha..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Ashley Hudson-Scott

    Ashley Hudson-Scott

    4.34 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Review: "Ashley Hudson Scott is a wonderful lawyer in Walterboro ,S.C. She and her legal team at Smoak & Hudson Law Firm have been so helpful to me and my children as I was going through my divorce. She always took the time to talk to me and return my phon..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Christopher D. Scalzo

    Christopher D. Scalzo

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Appeals and more
    Review: "I know Chris Scalzo is THE attorney you need. Over the years he has helped several people I am close to. In my opinion he has the perspective and the intention which all defense attorneys should follow and clients should be given."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jewitte Dooley

    Jewitte Dooley

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Adoption, Family
    Review: "Great to work with. Highly recommend . Especially knows adoption law in SC. Can't say enough good things."
    Rating:  7.0
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    James Bernard Huff

    James Bernard Huff

    Not yet reviewedReview James
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Mr. Huff is one of 100 lawyers nationwide that are founding members of the National College DUI Defense (NCDD). He is a founding member, current board member and Past President of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Murray Noel Turner

    Murray Noel Turner

    5.04 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury
    Bio: A native of Spartanburg and graduate of Spartanburg High, Mr. Turner received a double major from Clemson University. He worked two years as a clerk at Alston & Bird in Atlanta before attending Loyola University School of Law. He completed a judic...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Brian Rudolph Shealey

    Brian Rudolph Shealey

    Not yet reviewedReview Brian
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: Mr. Shealey attended the University of South Carolina and graduated with a BA in 2001. After finishing his undergraduate work and exploring what career paths excited him the most, Brian chose to study law in Boston, Massachusetts, and graduated fr...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Stephen Drew Geoly

    Stephen Drew Geoly

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, General Practice
    Review: "Great lawyer!fucugigigovigigidrueyrufigigigogogigirirurjfjgigigitirifigogogogititutitititigigigigigiv"
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    David R. Schumpert

    David R. Schumpert

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents and more
    Review: "Very kind & Concerned with your legal matters! Listens and helps with all your concerns. Thank you for helping me with things I couldn't help myself with."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Jessica Jae Boylan

    Jessica Jae Boylan

    5.03 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Jessica Boylan is an attorney with The Sullivan Firm, where she practices in the areas of family law, divorce, adoptions, criminal defense, child custody and child support and military divorce. Ms. Boylan also serves as a Guardian Ad Litem, and re...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Donald Higgins Howe

    Donald Higgins Howe

    Not yet reviewedReview Donald
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Rating:  7.6
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    Riana Husted

    Riana Husted

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    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  7.8
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    David Scott Miller

    David Scott Miller

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: David S. Miller Jr. founded Miller Law, LLC after managing a large personal injury client base for a competitive firm directly out of Law School. Before his pursuit of higher education in the legal field, David was a clerk for the Honorable Justic...
    Rating:  8.0
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    David Reynolds Williams

    David Reynolds Williams

    Not yet reviewedReview David
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, Litigation and more
    Bio: David focuses his practice on litigation in both the Civil and Criminal Courts, including but not limited to Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents and Tractor-trailer Accidents, Products Liability, Child Injuries, Nursing Home Abuse and Negle...
    Rating:  9.7
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    John Michael Apicella

    John Michael Apicella

    4.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He will fight to the end saved me from doing a mandatory life sentence, murder kidnapping burg 1st+ 3 cooperaters =20 years good man"
    Rating:  7.1
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    William Henry Burriss

    William Henry Burriss

    5.02 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Review: "Mr. Burns is probably one of the best stories I've ever dealt with in my time I think he's awesome he's accessible 24 hours a day and if you're looking for a great Lord this is one of them and that you need to see to help you in any of your workma..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Melinda Inman Butler

    Melinda Inman Butler

    5.01 review
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Abuse, Child Custody
    Review: "I can't say enough about how wonderful Melinda Butler is. She know sher stuff!!! So caring and treats the entire situation as if she was personally involved. Again, Thanks"
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    David B. Tarr

    David B. Tarr

    5.08 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Cannabis Law and more
    Bio: David is a criminal defense lawyer with over twenty-five years of experience. He has built a successful practice by establishing a unique relationship with each of his clients. His genuine concern for people, along with his dedication to upholding...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Bill N. Nettles

    Bill N. Nettles

    3.73 reviews
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Defective and Dangerous Products, Litigation and more
    Bio: Bill Nettles possesses an extraordinary, almost unparalleled depth and breadth of experience. You cannot find an attorney who will be better equipped to provide you with the high-quality representation you deserve. Mr. Nettles was appointed United...
    Rating:  8.3
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