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Federal and State Investigation
Our attorneys represented a senior engineer on a nuclear plant construction project. The client was part of a lengthy investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, the FBI, and a state grand jury.
Success Stories
Success Stories
A sample of past criminal defense matters handled in South Carolina. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case. Call to discuss yours.
- Former state and federal prosecutorsSloan Ellis and Brandi Hinton
- U.S. Attorney's Award for Excellence in Prosecution2020 and 2021
- Free consultation, with an attorneyNot an intake screener
SELCTED MATTERSWe defend the person
We defend the person
behind the charge
Sometimes the strongest outcome is the one that no one hears. We focus on protecting our clients, not publicity.
Shooting Investigation
Our attorneys represented a South Carolina business founder during a shooting investigation. The solicitor, who is the chief prosecutor for the judicial circuit, found that the client acted in self-defense and decided not to bring charges.
Drug Charge Dismissed
Our attorneys represented a dentist charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine. That charge alleges the drugs were meant to be sold or given to others, not only kept for personal use. We handled the case and we got the criminal charges dismissed, and the dentist kept his license.
Federal Contracting Investigation
Our attorneys defended an employee of a federal contractor through a lengthy U.S. Department of Justice investigation, which involved multimillion-dollar contracts from the Small Business Administration's 8(a) program.
Securities Fraud Investigation
Our attorneys served on the trial team that defended the former CEO and board chairman of a subprime mortgage lender, a company that made home loans to borrowers with lower credit scores. This security fraud case has been described as one of the most complex in South Carolina history.
False Claims Act Settlement
Our attorneys represented a physician who received a civil investigative demand under the False Claims Act from the U.S. Attorney's Office. Our attorneys negotiated a settlement with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General on the client's behalf.
Federal Embezzlement Charge
Our attorneys defended a former employee of a local company who was federally charged with embezzling more than $100,000 from the company. At sentencing, the court agreed on a sentence without incarceration.
Embezzlement Accusation Resolved
Our attorneys represented a former employee of a large local company who was accused of taking money from the company over several years. We negotiated a settlement with the company, and the matter was never reported to law enforcement.
Federal Indictment Dismissed
Our attorneys represented a New York resident who had an outstanding federal bench warrant in South Carolina, and faced indictment. Our attorneys argued for dismissal, and the court dismissed the indictment and vacated the warrant.
What happens nextYou will know where you stand
You will know where you stand
before you hang up
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You tell us what happened
In your own words, at your own pace. We will ask questions, and some of them will be uncomfortable. Nothing you say surprises us.
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We tell you what you are facing
What the charge actually means, how it is usually handled, and what is realistic. Including the parts you would rather not hear.
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You leave with a plan
What we intend to do, what we need from you, and what happens on what date. You should never be surprised by a result.
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We start before the prosecutor does
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.
If you have been charged,
the clock is already running.
Contact
Or call 864-568-4750A charge doesn't have to define your future
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.
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- Office
- 21 Augusta Street, Suite C
Greenville, SC 29601 - Consultations
- Free, and with an attorney. Sloan or Brandi reads every inquiry.