Coward Lawyers

I handle all types of criminal cases as well as traffic cases. Divorce cases and custody cases are also in my area of practice, along with the preparation of Wills and Power of Attorney Documents for individuals.

Byron David graduated with honors and received his juris doctor degree from the University of South Carolina. Before going to law school, Byron was the captain of a deep sea fishing boat operating off the Carolina coast.

Byron and his wife live in Horry County and are very involved in the community in Conway and Myrtle Beach. They founded and created the Davids' Diabetes Scholarship, awarding scholarship funds to local juvenile diabetics going to college.

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After graduating from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2016, Taylor took an associate position at a well-reputed defense firm in his hometown of Augusta, Georgia, where he cut his teeth defending insurance companies and their insureds in car accident and medical malpractice cases. His having begun his career learning from some highly gifted defense lawyers causes Taylor to bring a bit of a different perspective to the table. However, his goal was to return to practice law in South Carolina, and when The Derrick Law Firm presented him with the chance to represent individuals hurt...

Fred Oliver began his career representing insurance companies and their insureds in many different areas of litigation including personal injury, insurance coverage, premises liability, homeowners’ association disputes, and trucking litigation. He grew up in Myrtle Beach and graduated from Socastee High School. After graduating high school, he attended the University of South Carolina. To this day, he remains loyal to the Gamecocks. He received his law degree from the Charleston School of Law in 2012. Prior to joining The Derrick Law Firm, Fred spent many years working for civil defense firms. During those years, he represented many different businesses, insurance...

Stacy Jo Townsend was born and raised in the small town of Williamstown, West Virginia. She attended Coastal Carolina University where she was a member of the National Honor Society for Leadership and Success, Triota Honor Society, Order of Omega Honor Society, and Phi Sigma Tau Honor Society. Stacy earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Criminology, and a minor in Pre-Law prior to attending law school. While in law school, Stacy worked for a real estate firm in Rock Hill, South Carolina as a real estate paralegal, client coordinator, and closing administrator. Working in multiple capacities while being studious provided...

Wade S. Kolb, Jr., established the firm now known as Kolb & Givens, Attorneys at Law, LLC, in 1998 after a 26 year career as a prosecutor. He served as an Assistant State Attorney General, an Assistant Solicitor, and then was elected and served for 15 years as the Solicitor (chief prosecutor) for Sumter, Lee, Clarendon, and Williamsburg Counties. He now concentrates on serious personal injury cases, auto and truck accidents, and criminal defense in state, federal, and traffic courts.

The Rodriguez Law Office is a new kind of law firm for a changing world. Diane Rodriguez is a solo law practitioner and nurse who has been involved in medical malpractice law for 30+ years. She also has experience with the real world of medicine as she was a certified critical care nurse and emergency room nurse prior to attending law school. Her unique background means Diane Rodriguez is knowledgeable about both medicine and the law. Diane Rodriguez and her staff are informed, caring, patient and professional, giving each new client and each new case...

Joe was born and raised in Belton, South Carolina and comes from a long-line of working-class folks. From a young age, Joe has always been very competitive and very driven. He also strongly believes in the power of paying it forward. Joe cites his parents and many strong mentors in his life for giving him the tools necessary for success. The first male in his family to attend college, Joe played Division I football and was a team captain for two years while at Presbyterian College “PC”. Joe graduated from PC in 2013 with a major in...

A winning combination for success Experience. Intelligence. Ethics. Professionalism. You want a lawyer who embodies all of these qualities, and that’s the winning combination you find at Ervin Law Office. Attorney John M. Ervin is recognized in the community as an accomplished and effective trial attorney who gets results. When you turn to us, you can expect: • Clear communication. We know the legal system can be confusing and intimidating. Our staff is dedicated to providing you with the support you need in a friendly, client-centered environment. We clearly explain how the law can work for you in your...

As an attorney, David Baker focuses his practice on estate planning matters and helping those injured through the fault of others.

Prior to becoming an attorney, David worked for Verizon as a lineman in Brooklyn, NY for fifteen years: 1995 to 2010. While continuing to work full-time as a lineman, David attended Brooklyn Law School. Upon graduation in 2010, David relocated to Peoria, IL working at a small firm for four years. In 2014, David, his wife, Mary "Molly" Baker, a physician at Pawleys Island Pediatrics and Adult Medicine, and their son, Dominic, relocated to Pawleys Island.

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Ryan Compton focuses his practice on representing people who have suffered significant injuries or death.

Prior to law school, Ryan graduated from The Citadel with a B.A. in political science. While at The Citadel, he was proudly appointed to numerous leadership positions including serving as a Battalion Commander. He earned his inclusion on the President’s List, the Commandant’s List, and the Dean’s List seven out of eight semesters. Ryan is the 2010 recipient of the Association of Military College’s President’s Award.

After earning his degree from The Citadel, Ryan attended the University of South Carolina School of Law on a merit scholarship....

Dewana grew up in Great Falls, South Carolina. She comes from a long line of textile workers and blue collar workers. If you ask anyone who knew her as a child, they will tell you that as far back as they can remember, Dewana wanted to be a lawyer and she worked hard to make that dream come true. In 2000, Dewana graduated Valedictorian from Great Falls High School. She then moved to the “big city” of Columbia and attended the University of South Carolina Honors College. A lifelong Gamecocks fan, Dewana fell in love...

Dorsey was raised in Bayboro, South Carolina, a small community just outside of Conway. He attended Coastal Carolina University on an academic and athletic scholarship as a pitcher for the Chanticleer baseball team. After graduating from Coastal Carolina University with a degree in Finance, he worked briefly as a loan analyst at Conway National Bank before enrolling in law school at the Charleston School of Law. After graduating law school in 2010, Dorsey returned to Conway and began practicing in the areas of Criminal Defense and Family Law. Dorsey represented individuals facing criminal charges ranging from misdemeanors to high-level felonies. In...

Johnny Gardner is a dedicated trial attorney with decades of courtroom experience. He began his legal career in 1992 as a Solicitor for the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit. This background provides Johnny with a unique perspective of the legal system that greatly assists in the preparation of criminal cases for trial. Three years later, he entered private practice and founded his own law firm. Johnny concentrates his practice primarily on DUI and Criminal Defense, and has tried many difficult, complex cases. Johnny is an Horry County native. He attended Socastee High School and Coastal Carolina University. He served as an Infantry...

A native of North Carolina, Ms.Sauls earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from North Carolina State University in 1992. She graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1997 where, in addition to her law degree, she earned a Certificate in International and Comparative Law. She is licensed to practice law in South Carolina, Missouri and Illinois. Ms. Sauls has gained a variety of litigation experience throughout her career by participating in civil and criminal trials at the State and Federal levels. Her criminal experience began as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Saint Louis County, Missouri, a jurisdiction of...

Attorney Matthew M. Breen is the managing partner of Lowcountry Law, LLC, which has law offices in Mount Pleasant and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. A top-rated and award-winning trial attorney, Mr. Breen represents the rights and entitlements of clients throughout the greater Charleston, Georgetown, and Myrtle Beach metros and all across the state who have legal needs involving any of the following: · Workers' Compensation and Workers' Compensation Third Party Claims · Automobile, Truck, and Motorcycle Wreck Cases · Wrongful death · ...

A father, husband, son and trial lawyer. A lawyer for the people who has never represented a mega-corporation or insurance company. I have chosen to devote my life to making sure the most important cases - the peoples' cases - are given a fighting chance in the court of law. We will go to trial if necessary, and only settle if the amount is fair and you approve it. Your case is important to me, because your case is about you and YOU are important to me. Every case is a cause.

Attorney Evan Guthrie is a lawyer and owner of Evan Guthrie Law Firm. Evan graduated from the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC with a bachelors degree in Political Science the University of South Carolina School of Law in Columbia, SC and was named to Dean’s List. Evan Guthrie is currently a member of the Dorchester 2 School Board in Dorchester County, SC after being elected by voters in November 2016 and re-elected in 2020. Evan has served as the Chair for the South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division Habitat For Humanity Wills Clinic Committee and the Co-Chair for SC Bar YLD Color...

Attorney Micheal C. Sahn is the owner and lead criminal defense lawyer at the Sahn Law Firm. Mr. Sahn is a top-rated attorney located in Charleston, SC who has successfully represented thousands of clients at the magistrate, municipal, state, and federal levels. Mr. Sahn is results-focused, always using his experience, resources, and intellect to achieve the best results for his clients. Mr. Sahn was an Assistant Solicitor (aka State DA or prosecutor) for the 9th Judicial Circuit (Charleston and Berkeley Counties) before opening his own law firm. He uses this hard-earned experience and expertise to his...

Michael is the owner and lead attorney at Loignon Law Firm, LLC, a high quality criminal defense, personal injury, and family law firm serving Charleston, SC and the surrounding areas. Michael is a South Carolina native, a Citadel graduate and an officer in the Army National Guard. He has worked as a public defender in Charleston County and for a large insurance defense firm in downtown Charleston. He has participated in dozens of jury trials, won many jury verdicts for his clients, and achieved many favorable results in negotiations as well. When Michael is not working...

Attorney Matthew Marin is an aggressive and client-focused personal injury lawyer located in Charleston, SC. As part of the nationwide personal injury law Firm Marin and Barrett, Inc., Attorney Marin fight for the rights of injured victims throughout South Carolina. He represents people injured in car accidents, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall, defective drug cases, Camp Lejeune lawsuits, hair relaxer lawsuits, Tylenol autism and ADHD claims & wrongful death and other similar injuries caused by the negligence of others. He can help you or a loved one if you have suffered an injury due to another person’s negligence....

Long term care and Medicaid planning. Special needs trusts. Guardianship and Conservatorship actions. Estate administration. Estate planning.

Megan was born and raised in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, a small town about 30 miles north of Charleston. While attending the Charleston School of Law, Megan served as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem, advocating for the best interests of children in abuse and neglect cases. She also had clerkships with the Charleston County Family Court and a local family law firm. When Megan is not practicing law, she is attempting new recipes, trying to become a runner, singing loudly and off-key, and reading. Megan and her husband live in Ravenel with their children and cat. Megan exclusively practices Family...

Attorney Ted Sink has been recognized on NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, USA Today, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Post & Courier, The State Newspaper (SC), Greenville Business Magazine, American Bar Association Journal, Associated Press and more. Ted has won the Clients’ Choice Award from Avvo, where he is also ranked as a “Top Lawyer”, he has been named a finalist for “Best Personal Injury Lawyer” by readers of the Charleston City Paper and is a sought-after speaker for other lawyers and law firms Ted was raised in a military family, growing up mainly in Georgia and South Carolina, along with his...

John W. Molony Law Firm, LLC has offices located in Charleston, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, Aiken, South Carolina, Bluffton, South Carolina and Greenville, South Carolina and defends the rights of clients arrested for DUI, domestic violence, state and federal drug charges, sex crimes and all criminal charges throughout South Carolina including Charleston, Berkeley, Beaufort, Dorchester, Georgetown, Jasper, Horry, Hampton and Colleton County. John W. Molony Law Firm, LLC represents clients who have been charged with DUI and all criminal offenses, including drug charges, white collar crimes, sex crimes, theft, disorderly conduct, domestic violence burglary, fraud and traffic tickets. Attorney...

Robert F. Goings focuses his practice on catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and workers compensation. He is known to be a fighter in the courtroom-- just ask the lawyers that go up against him in trial. Robert grew up on his family's farm in Union County, South Carolina. Mr. Goings is a 2003 graduate of Wofford College in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Government, receiving the highest distinction in his major. He graduated with highest honors as a summa cum laude graduate. He was inducted into the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa and...

I’m a Native South Carolinian. I grew up on the rural outskirts in the midlands of South Carolina. Growing up I enjoyed fishing for bream, bass, and catfish. A good day in the country was spent riding bikes, eating boiled peanuts, swimming in the Edisto River, and tending to Brahma cows. I attended a small high school and my focus was always furthering my education. Why I Pursued Law After graduating from high school, I went on to the University of South Carolina, proud to be a Gamecock fan. Shortly after my freshman year I was held...