
Founding partner
Sloan Ellis
Nearly a decade prosecuting federal white-collar matters, drug offences and violent crime, working directly with the FBI, DEA, IRS and Homeland Security.
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IronsideCriminal DefenseReviews
Reviews left by clients on Google, in their own words and unedited.
These are published exactly as they were written. We have not trimmed them, reordered them for effect, or left out the ones that are less glowing.
Most were left for Ellis Hinton, LLC, the firm Sloan Ellis and Brandi Hinton practised under before Ironside Criminal Defense. Same attorneys, same cases, earlier name.
In their words
42 reviews left on Google. None removed, none trimmed.
Personal and professional. That's the best way I can accurately sum up the superior service I was provided by Sloan Ellis and Brandi Hinton. They each went above and beyond the call of duty for my particular case and helped navigate me through the darkest period of my life with knowledge, confidence, and ease. I pray to God I myself nor anyone is ever in need of legal defense, but rest assured, you cannot go wrong with representation from Ellis Hinton.
I retained Mr. Ellis for an ongoing civil matter and am beyond impressed with his professionalism and dedication to my case. He is very knowledgeable, pays close attention to details, truly listens, and follows through on everything he says he will do. I highly recommend Ellis Hinton to anyone needing a lawyer in South Carolina. Don't look any further!
Sloan Ellis was very professional while being extremely knowledgeable about the court process. He was always available to answer questions throughout the process. He was instrumental in getting a positive result for us.
Sloan Ellis at Ellis Hinton was outstanding. He was professional, responsive, and kept me informed every step of the way. His preparation and dedication gave me real peace of mind during a stressful time. Highly recommend Sloan if you need a reliable and effective attorney in Greenville.
I highly recommend Sloan Ellis without hesitation. From the very beginning, he made us feel like a priority. Even with a busy schedule, he worked diligently to ensure everything was handled with urgency, professionalism, and genuine care. Sloan is not only knowledgeable but truly dedicated to his clients. He communicates clearly, follows through, and consistently goes above and beyond to deliver results. If you're looking for an attorney who will advocate for you and treat your case like it truly matters, Sloan Ellis is the one.
Sloan and Brandi are excellent attorneys! They are also excellent people. They are truthful and honest even if it not the news you would like to hear. Other attorneys sing their praises. That is the highest compliment they can receive! Thank you from our hearts for all you have done and are still doing!
Awesome people, even more awesome work. If you're thinking about going with them, that's your first mistake! Don't even think about it; they're worth triple what they're charging you. These are people you can trust!
I would highly recommend Ellis Hinton to anyone! Coming in with no legal knowledge, they made me feel so cared for, comfortable, and informed throughout my process. I couldn't ask for a better experience.
10 stars wouldn't have even been a fair representation of their rating. I got their info from a friend, and since then have recommended these people to everybody! They work so fast and are actually the types not treat you like "just a number." They answer the phone when you call and kept me in the loop the entire way. Amazing results! I'm keeping their number on speed dial! Haha, I've been watching Suits on Peacock; these two are like Greenville's very own Pearson/Specter, except a lot more humble and heartwarming. Great people! Can't say enough good things!
Absolute best experience I've ever had having to use an attorney. He is very approachable, available, and current with today's cases. I will always choose Mr. Ellis and encourage anyone who needs an attorney to look nowhere else.
If your back is against the wall and your life is on the line, you will not find better attorneys than Ellis Hinton. It's not only worth every dollar; it is worth the knowledge you will gain of the law.
These are two of the most knowledgeable and caring people I have met. They work so hard for their clients and achieved an outcome that other lawyers told us was impossible. I could not recommend them more and will sing their praises for the rest of my life.
Sloan is hands-down the only man I plan to ever hire in the future. He is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and gets the job done with any concern you have. He's always in contact, and 10/10, you will be able to sleep at night with him as your lawyer.
Ellis Hinton Law Firm: I would give them 10 stars if available. Sloan and Brandi helped my family through a very difficult time. They were honest and communicative through the entire process. They resolved the issue quickly and made us feel like they were there for us throughout the entire process. I could not have asked for a better law firm or better people. Yes, some lawyers are people, and Sloan and Brandi are great people and great lawyers. I do not give reviews often; actually, this was only the third one, and it was because it was warranted. If you want great lawyers, contact Ellis Hinton Law Firm.
Words cannot express our gratefulness and admiration we have for both Brandi and Sloan. When our family faced an utterly horrific situation and needed legal representation, I conducted ample research to find the best legal team. Based on Brandi's and Sloan's vast criminal law experience and highly successful track record, coupled with both their overt determination and drive, the decision to retain them was easy! During our 4-month ordeal, Brandi and Sloan remained available and provided updates without missing a beat. Their genuine sense of caring and friendly demeanors made going through this awful matter as best as possible! In the end, Brandi and Sloan successfully resolved our ordeal! Needless to say, I highly recommend them!
I can't say enough about how amazed we were of the professionalism, poise, skill, and knowledge of Ellis Hinton! Their wisdom and experience in the federal system, as well as their contacts and influence, have made them the very best option for any criminal defense. The biggest help to our family was their willingness to work with us for payment, in representation of another family member. The courts are an uphill battle for the under-resourced; both Brandi and Sloan help level the field to make things happen! Would definitely recommend them again and again!
If you are looking for an attorney who makes you feel like you are very special to them and your case is extremely important, I highly recommend Sloan Ellis and his partner. From the very first moment we spoke, I felt my case mattered, and if I could give them a million stars, I would. I highly recommend this law firm and can't sing their praises high enough.
I am so impressed Brandi Hinton and Sloan Ellis. They were incredibly professional, sympathetic, and lightning fast. If I ever need an attorney in the future, I will not hesitate to call them for assistance.
The dynamic duo of Brandi and Sloan is nothing less than extraordinary. From our very first contact, which was late on a Friday evening, throughout the entirety of a year-long legal battle, we were treated like the most important client in the firm. Every call, text, email, question, concern, day or night, was answered promptly with knowledge, reliability, and honesty. Facing the extremely unfamiliar territory of a criminal charge, our family felt safe, protected, and under the best representation possible with Brandi and Sloan. Justice was also served in the end, and a complete dismissal of the case was awarded. We will be forever thankful for their knowledge and dedication to finding what is right and fair for every client.
You can trust this firm to honestly and truly stand behind you. They are experts with the right experience and a great work ethic.
Incredible lawyers with a results oriented approach!
They were very professional throughout the process and got the job done.
Great company and incredible people. I couldn't recommend a better place to go if you are in need of help.
Got my case expunged in less than a year. Mr. Ellis and Ms. Hinton's professionalism and care can't be beat.
Sloan and Brandi are the best of the best. Our go-to lawyer for high-profile cases.
Very professional. Always willing to help and work with you as needed. Wonderful practice; I would refer them to anyone seeking counsel.
Sloan Ellis is the best attorney you could ever ask for! He's respectful, honest, resourceful, and will get things done for you! He's literally the best in the state of South Carolina!
The Ellis Hinton Law Firm represented our family in a recent case, which resulted in as good an outcome as possible. Ms. Hinton and Mr. Ellis were very professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable of the case and the law. They went beyond our expectations. We highly recommend this law firm.
Fantastic lawyers, caring and compassionate about their clients. Can't say enough good things about them. Using Ellis Hinton unexpectedly again, and I can say that they have been supportive and professional every step of the way. Absolutely hands down, in my opinion, the best!
So I had some legal troubles come up within the past couple of years and spoke with multiple lawyers and didn't get a good feel from any of them until I spoke with Brandi and Sloan. Immediately, they were on my side and ready to get things done on my behalf and had reassuring words with plans to back them up on how they were going to accomplish those tasks. My legal troubles have since been resolved, and they kept their word to a tee, and it was the best possible scenario that ended up as the outcome from my case. I will forever be grateful to these two people for having my back and my family's back through this stressful and trying ordeal.
I was referred by a friend to Mr. Ellis for a civil matter and couldn't be more pleased with my choice of attorneys. He under-promises, over-delivers, and continues to exceed my expectations in terms of his dedication to my case. I could not more highly recommend Ellis Hinton to anyone in need of legal assistance in South Carolina.
Highly recommend Sloan Ellis! He was friendly and very knowledgeable about how to handle my case quickly and effectively. I really appreciated how easy he made the whole process.
We were referred to Sloan indirectly by a Greenville County Assistant District Attorney: "He will do a phenomenal job." And he did. Accomplished, communicative, and confident in his ability to enact positive outcomes.
Diamond in the rough! These guys are very knowledgeable and personable. A very refreshing talk compared to many attorneys. I would highly recommend, and that is incredible coming from me because I have never had a high opinion of any of the attorneys I've dealt with. The price is definitely worth the investment. Truth is, a lot of lawyers will take your money and do the least. If you absolutely have to have a professional, these guys are top-notch.
Brandi Hinton and Sloan Ellis are a formidable, very powerful team. At 71 years of age, my scorned girlfriend of 1 1/2 years had me arrested and charged with felony stalking. I can say the whole experience was the worst of my life, especially as there was no truth to the complaint. I was referred to Ellis Hinton, and from the first meeting with them, they listened intently to my story, put me at ease, and clearly stressed my case would never go to trial and very likely would be dismissed. On the night of my arrest, I was in front of the night judge, who ordered an ankle GPS tracking device with a one-mile exclusion zone around the "victim's" house. That meant I couldn't even go home on my release, as we lived 1/4 mile apart. That obviously caused more stress. Once Brandi and Sloan were aware, it took them a grand total of about three days to get that changed to essentially a bubble around her house. I finally got to go home. Going through the whole process, they were very professional, extremely knowledgeable, very friendly and reassuring, and always cared about my situation. I had elected to request a pretrial hearing. Brandi explained the process and told me it was very unlikely my case would be dismissed at the hearing, as the main purpose is to understand what evidence the prosecutor will present at the trial. However, Brandi was excellent and very skillful at the hearing in cross-examining the arresting officer. After a relatively short 30–40 minutes, the judge spoke and dismissed my case. I was ecstatic. I have since been told that being dismissed at a hearing is very, very rare and only exemplifies Brandi's knowledge and skill. For me, they did an outstanding job, and as far as I'm concerned, they both walk on water!
Sloan and Brandi are the attorneys you want on your side. Professional, knowledgeable, and truly committed to getting results. He kept me informed, answered every question, and handled my case with confidence and care from start to finish. During a stressful time, they gave me peace of mind and delivered. I highly recommend them if you want someone who will truly advocate for you.
Excellent attorneys.
Excellent experience with knowledgeable attorneys. Worth the consultation.
Great lawyers. Great people! Thanks for the excellent work!
We appreciate all you did for us. Well done.
Absolute top-of-the-line lawyer! If I could give a 10 star, I would. Very, very professional!
Sloan represented my cousin, Joey. Sloan is the best attorney in Greenville, SC.
NoteThese reviews are individual clients' own opinions of their own cases. Every case is different and depends on its own facts, and no review is a prediction or a guarantee about yours. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
The people on your case
You are not handed to an associate and you are not handed to an intake screener. Sloan and Brandi manage every case the firm takes.

Founding partner
Nearly a decade prosecuting federal white-collar matters, drug offences and violent crime, working directly with the FBI, DEA, IRS and Homeland Security.
Read Sloan’s bio
Founding partner
Thousands of criminal cases as a state and federal prosecutor, including large-scale trafficking and South Carolina's largest federal racketeering conspiracy case.
Read Brandi’s bioWhat happens next
In your own words, at your own pace. We will ask questions, and some of them will be uncomfortable. Nothing you say surprises us.
What the charge actually means, how it is usually handled, and what is realistic. Including the parts you would rather not hear.
What we intend to do, what we need from you, and what happens on what date. You should never be surprised by a result.
We make the first move, so the prosecutor reviewing your file sees a person with a story rather than a name on a warrant.
On costCost is usually the first question, and we answer it before you decide anything. If your case goes to trial, our fee does not go up.
Contact
What comes next depends on how you move forward from it. Tell us what happened, and we will tell you what you are facing. Our consultations are free, and with an attorney.
21 Augusta Street, Suite C
Greenville, SC 29601
Free, and with an attorney. Sloan or Brandi reads every inquiry.