Criminal Defense Lawyers in South Carolina

There are 58 verified criminal defense attorneys and law firms in South Carolina, across 3 cities. Compare ratings, hours, and contact details below, or jump straight to a criminal defense lawyer near you by city.

Criminal Defense Lawyers by City in South Carolina

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Drennan Law Firm — attorney in Mt Pleasant, SC

Drennan Law Firm

Verified
5.0 (222 reviews)
Mt Pleasant, SC
Criminal Defense
Sahn Law Firm — attorney in Charleston, SC

Sahn Law Firm

Verified
5.0 (152 reviews)
Charleston, SC
Criminal Defense
Dayne Phillips Attorney at Law — attorney in Columbia, SC

Dayne Phillips Attorney at Law

Verified
5.0 (104 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Criminal Defense
Ness & Jett, LLC — attorney in Bamberg, SC

Ness & Jett, LLC

Verified
5.0 (85 reviews)
Bamberg, SC
Civil LitigationCriminal DefenseReal Estate
Dayne Phillips Attorney at Law — attorney in Lexington, SC

Dayne Phillips Attorney at Law

Verified
5.0 (60 reviews)
Lexington, SC
Criminal Defense
Li Law Firm, LLC — attorney in Columbia, SC

Li Law Firm, LLC

Verified
5.0 (44 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Criminal Defense
The Woods Law Firm — attorney in Beaufort, SC

The Woods Law Firm

Verified
5.0 (30 reviews)
Beaufort, SC
Personal InjuryCriminal Defense
The Steele Law Firm, LLC — attorney in Columbia, SC

The Steele Law Firm, LLC

Verified
5.0 (18 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Criminal Defense
Ashmore Beattie B — attorney in Greenville, SC

Ashmore Beattie B

Verified
5.0 (12 reviews)
Greenville, SC
Civil LitigationPersonal InjuryCriminal Defense
Milling Law Firm LLC — attorney in Columbia, SC

Milling Law Firm LLC

Verified
5.0 (9 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Civil LitigationCriminal DefenseBusiness Law
Bishop Wm Thurmond Attorney At Law — attorney in Abbeville, SC

Bishop Wm Thurmond Attorney At Law

Verified
5.0 (8 reviews)
Abbeville, SC
BankruptcyPersonal InjuryCriminal Defense+1 more
Harris & Gasser, LLC — attorney in Columbia, SC

Harris & Gasser, LLC

Verified
5.0 (7 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Civil LitigationCriminal DefenseTax Law
Joye, Nappier, Risher, & Hardin LLC — attorney in Murrells Inlet, SC

Joye, Nappier, Risher, & Hardin LLC

Verified
5.0 (5 reviews)
Murrells Inlet, SC
Criminal Defense
Mark A. Nappier — attorney in Murrells Inlet, SC

Mark A. Nappier

Verified
5.0 (4 reviews)
Murrells Inlet, SC
Personal InjuryCriminal DefenseReal Estate
Kolb & Murphy Attys At Law — attorney in Sumter, SC

Kolb & Murphy Attys At Law

Verified
5.0 (3 reviews)
Sumter, SC
Civil LitigationPersonal InjuryCriminal Defense+1 more
Monty D. Desai — attorney in Greenville, SC

Monty D. Desai

Verified
5.0 (2 reviews)
Greenville, SC
ImmigrationPersonal InjuryCriminal Defense+1 more
Givens Glenn F — attorney in Sumter, SC

Givens Glenn F

Verified
5.0 (2 reviews)
Sumter, SC
Civil LitigationPersonal InjuryCriminal Defense+1 more
Williams Stitely & Brink : Brink W Lisa — attorney in Lexington, SC

Williams Stitely & Brink : Brink W Lisa

Verified
5.0 (1 reviews)
Lexington, SC
Civil LitigationPersonal InjuryCriminal Defense
Thompson Defense Firm — attorney in Columbia, SC

Thompson Defense Firm

Verified
5.0 (1 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Criminal Defense
Law Office of David W. Farrell — attorney in Columbia, SC

Law Office of David W. Farrell

Verified
5.0 (1 reviews)
Columbia, SC
Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense Lawyers in South Carolina — FAQ

How many criminal defense lawyers are in South Carolina?+

Lawyers Near Me lists 58 verified criminal defense attorneys and law firms across South Carolina, covering 3 cities. Each listing includes ratings, hours, and contact details.

How do I find a criminal defense lawyer near me in South Carolina?+

Start with your city below — each city page lists local criminal defense firms ranked by rating and review count. If your town is small, check the nearest larger city; most criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina take clients from across the state.

How much does a criminal defense lawyer cost in South Carolina?+

Fees depend on case complexity and structure (hourly, flat, or contingency). Use our free Lawyer Cost Estimator for typical ranges, then confirm pricing during a consultation — many South Carolina firms offer a free initial consultation.

Are South Carolina lawyers licensed by the state?+

Yes. Attorneys must be admitted to the South Carolina bar to practice in the state. Verify any attorney's standing with the state bar before hiring. This page is general information, not legal advice.