Trial-minded advocacy, practical strategy, and modern tools—focused on getting you to a just result.
As a teenager, I sat through my first jury trial—a defamation case in Spartanburg County—captivated by the credibility battles, the Judge’s rulings, the jury’s role, and how a well-prepared lawyer could change an outcome.
I attended law school to pursue a challenging career, and the practice of law is indeed that.
Over years of practice, the daily reality of litigation is less like a movie and more like a grind: investigations, pleadings, motions, discovery disputes, scheduling and rescheduling depositions, arranging for confidentiality, and other procedural issues.
That’s the work we do when others are driving home or playing golf—and it matters—because it’s often where cases are won.
What hasn’t changed is my philosophy: prepare every case as if it will one day be in front of a Judge and a jury for trial.
From the first meeting, we evaluate whether a matter belongs in front of a jury and we build it accordingly—while always recognizing the value of a final, favorable resolution when it serves the client’s goals.
What Clients Can Expect
Trial-first preparation. We approach early case work like trial preparation—because it is. Factual development, motion strategy, and discovery are all meant to stand up in court if we have to go the full distance.
Practical, candid guidance. You’ll always understand the plan, the risk, and the likely timeline. We don’t sugar-coat; we aim to problem-solve, and we don’t take cases unless we feel confident we can help the client.
Respect for your time and resources. The litigation process can be slow. We push to keep momentum, resolve bottlenecks, and position your case for leverage.
A modern, efficient practice. We use technology to collect, organize, and review documents and ideas. We present them clearly in depositions, hearings, and trials. Our goal is to produce efficient and high-quality work. This focus on practical technology is essential to our practice.
How We Work (Step by Step)
- Early case mapping. We identify the claims, defenses, facts we must prove, and the evidence we need.
- Evidence lockdown. Preservation notices, records requests, and a plan for witness interviews and depositions.
- Motion and discovery strategy. Targeted, proportional discovery; motions that actually move the needle.
- Settlement posture or trial posture—by design. If resolution on the right terms is available, we’ll find it. If not, we’re already building the trial record.
- Clear communication, fewer surprises. You’ll know what’s next and why.
Why Clients Choose Me
- Courtroom orientation. This practice is shaped by years of watching trials from the front row—as the son of a trial lawyer and as a litigator for over 26 years. We understand and apply the principles that credibility and preparation decide most cases.
- Persistence through the process. Discovery fights, motion practice, and scheduling snags don’t derail strategy—they’re part of it, and we manage them with purpose.
- Technology that serves your case. From document organization to on-the-record presentation, we use modern tools to make complex facts clear and compelling.
- Results that match your goals. Some clients need their day in court. Others need a fair settlement and closure. We prepare for both from day one.
A Personal Note
The courtroom isn’t the only place where cases are won. It’s built during the hours when no one is watching—sifting through documents, shaping themes, and making countless small, disciplined decisions.
That’s where we create value in our clients’ cases. And when it’s time to stand up and try the case, preparation is a must for success.
If you’re facing a dispute that matters—to your reputation, your business, or your future—let’s talk about a path forward that fits your goals.
Ready to start a conversation?
Tell us what happened and what a good outcome looks like for you. We’ll give you a clear assessment and a plan for the next steps.
Call 864-527-5906 or email us using this contact form.