Criminal Law
When Being 17 Really Is a Crime
by Bryan Driscoll
Why harsh juvenile justice laws are making a comeback in some states.
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Defense for Everyone
by Hochglaube & DeBorde
Hochglaube & DeBorde shares their thoughts on the question asked of criminal defense lawyers: How do you defend those people?
New Clean Slate Laws Pave Future of Criminal Justice Reform
by Bryan Driscoll
Maryland and Illinois offer a glimpse into how targeted legislative action can align justice reform with economic priorities.
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DUI in South Carolina
by Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey
What You Need to Know About E-Bikes, Penalties and Insurance
Gun Rights for Convicted Felons? The DOJ Says It's Time.
by Bryan Driscoll
It's more than an administrative reopening of a long-dormant issue; it's a test of how the law reconciles the right to bear arms with protecting the public.
Texas Targets Bail Reform, Improving Victims' Rights in 2025 Criminal Laws
by Laurie Villanueva
Austin had one of the most consequential legislative sessions in recent history.
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A managing partner of Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, James W. Bannister graduated from the University of South Carolina honors program in 1992 as a Phi Beta Kappa. He received his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1995, after which he served for two years as clerk to US Federal Judge Henry M. Herlong. Since then, he has been with Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey. Mr. Bannister is a member of the South Carolina Bar, Federal Bar Association, National Association o...
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Oscar W. Bannister, Jr. (Bill) founded Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey along with John F. Wyatt in 2000. Mr. Bannister graduated from the Citadel in 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. From 1962-1965, Mr. Bannister served as an officer in the U.S. Army. He attended law school at the University of South Carolina, where he received his J.D. in 1969. Mr. Bannister was admitted to the South Carolina bar, the U.S. District Court and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in 1969. Mr. Banni...
Jan Handzlik is an accomplished investigations and trial lawyer with a national and international practice. He represents individuals and organizations in investigations, prosecutions, regulatory actions and complex civil litigation in the United States and abroad. He conducts corporate internal investigations, represents clients in multinational investigations, and advises domestic and foreign clients on law compliance and risk avoidance. An experienced trial lawyer, Jan has tried well over ...