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Parker Barnes is an experienced litigator and shareholder in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd's Columbia office, where he focuses his practice on real property and business litigation, primarily on matters involving tax sales, real estate-related disputes, consumer financial services and commercial lending disputes.

Frank's practice is focused on utility-related regulation and litigation, with an emphasis on matters involving the electricity and telecommunications industries. He also has significant experience in a range of environmental law issues. His work in the utilities industry has included issues involving electricity, telephone, gas and water regulation before the South Carolina Public Service Commission, where he has appeared for 30 years. In the environmental field his experience includes resol...

Christopher Near is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Christopher practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher Near since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Christopher Near is held by other lawyers.

J. Eric Cavanaugh is a Founder of Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, an award-winning personal injury law firm in South Carolina. Since Eric and Joe established Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC in 2017, the firm has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for victims of truck accidents , car accidents , on-the-job injuries, wrongful death , and other accident cases throughout Columbia , Charleston , Greenville, and the state of South Carolina. Eric has received numerous awards and accolades in...

Cara Crotty is a partner who has defended employers in cases involving every aspect of the employment relationship, including claims such as sexual, racial, age, and disability harassment; discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, and national origin; retaliation; and various other federal and state law claims. Cara Crotty also represents federal contractors covered by Executive Order 11246 in their affirmative action compliance obligations by assisting with Plan preparation ...

Andrew Johnson is a personal injury attorney at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, an award-winning South Carolina personal injury and workers’ compensation law firm. With two office locations, the team at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for clients following car accidents, truck accidents, work incidents, and other accident types resulting in injury or wrongful death. Andrew joined the team in November of 2025, bringing with him over ten year...

Stephen Vicari is a personal injury attorney at Stewart Law Offices in Lexington, South Carolina, dedicated to helping individuals and families after serious injuries. He takes the time to listen to each client’s story, explain the legal process, and develop a strategy focused on protecting their rights and pursuing fair compensation. Whether an injury arises from a workplace accident, medical negligence, or another act of carelessness, Stephen is committed to advocating for those who h...

John Alphin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. John practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized John Alphin since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John Alphin is held by other lawyers.

Jordan Crapps practices law in Columbia, South Carolina and is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Securities. Jordan handles complex corporate and financial litigation matters and also represents clients in commercial transactions as well as in appeals of business and commercial disputes. This representation includes the handling of a wide range of corporate and commercial matters including Banking/Finance, Corporate Law...

Brook Andrews is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Brook practices law in Columbia, South Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Brook Andrews since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brook Andrews is held by other lawyers.