Columbia law firm creates criminal defense group serving South Carolina

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Collins & Lacy, P.C. has formed a criminal defense practice group serving South Carolina.

Comprised of seven attorneys, all with extensive courtroom experience, the criminal defense practice group has begun accepting new clients, according to a news release.

“We now offer the skill of seven battle-tested attorneys to assist clients who desire a strong advocate in their corner when they face a criminal charge,” said Collins & Lacy President Christian Stegmaier in the release. “From Summary Court to General Sessions Court, this team is available to handle criminal defense cases in all 46 counties of the Palmetto State. We aim to become the preeminent criminal defense firm in South Carolina to complement our nationally-recognized civil defense practice.”

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Attorneys Michael Bunda and Jamie Wilson, both seasoned criminal defense attorneys, are leading the team, the release stated. With both experienced defense attorneys and former prosecutors, the group also includes attorneys Molly Flynn, Henry McMaster Jr., Andrew Smith, JeBria Wilson and Philip Coury.

“Availability and quick response are hallmarks of a quality criminal defense team,” said attorney Jamie Wilson in the release. “Our 24-hour hotline puts potential clients directly in touch with one of our seven defense attorneys.”