3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Columbia, SC

“Dayne Phillips graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law, the National Criminal Defense College, and the National Forensic College. He is a member of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Lexington County Bar Association, Richland County Bar Association, and more. Dayne has many years of experience successfully defending clients, achieving numerous not-guilty verdicts in felony jury trials. He is dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcomes by providing passionate and personalized representation. Dayne believes that success comes from a strong work ethic and diligence. Dayne has also served as an Assistant Public Defender in the Eleventh Circuit Public Defender’s Office. His cases have been featured in The State Newspaper, SC Lawyers Weekly, and local TV news stations. Dayne Phillips is the President of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Dayne is currently practicing at Dayne Phillips Attorney at Law. The firm has a team of knowledgeable and recommended lawyers, and they are responsive and aggressive while advocating for their clients. Contact Dayne Phillips, Attorney at Law, to get a Free Consultation. Weekends and after-hour appointments are available.”

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“Jack B. Swerling focuses on criminal cases in state and federal courts, along with a few civil cases. He earned his Law Degree in 1973 from the University of South Carolina School of Law. He has received honorary fellowships from the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, the American College of Trial Lawyers, the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, and the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers. He has over 40 years of experience, has handled thousands of criminal cases, and has fought in many notable courtroom battles. He is selected as 2025 Lawyer of the Year in Criminal Defense for the Columbia metro area in the 31st edition of Best Lawyers in America. He is the 2024 recipient of the Chief Justice’s Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Legal Profession and was the recipient of the 2014 Pettigru Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award from the USC School of Law. Jack is one of only five lawyers in South Carolina in the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers. Jack also teaches legal education programs for lawyers and judges and gives talks at schools, civic organizations, and professional groups. In 1991, he published a book titled "The Right to Free Speech Versus the Right to a Fair Trial." Additionally, Jack B. Swerling offers free initial consultations to all his clients.”

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“Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyers aims to achieve the best possible outcome for you. They promise to work diligently on your case and answer all of your questions aggressively to defend your rights, reputation, timely manner, and freedom. They fight for you for the criminal charges to clear and protect your name and reputation, preserve your career, and get your life back. If you or your loved one is facing criminal charges, you can contact Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyers. They serve in Columbia, Blythewood, Orangeburg, Richland County, and Lexington County. They provide confidential, free initial consultation.”

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