Sep 04, 2021 · A subpoena that comes from another state is not valid unless it complies with the requirements of SC law – the subpoena must come from a judge in your home state after being approved by a SC court. You must have been given notice and an opportunity to appear in a local court in your home state to contest the subpoena.
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - South Carolina’s attorney general said more lawsuits could be coming if the state decides to challenge other pandemic-related actions from …
Feb 23, 2022 · CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Attorneys for the City of Charleston are responding to a letter from SC Attorney General Alan Wilson regarding the removal of the Robert E. Lee Memorial Highway marker ...
For attorney information, call the S.C. Lawyer Referral Service at 800-868-2284 or the Neighborhood Legal Assistance Program at 888-346-5562. To schedule criminal cases for trial, contact the Solicitor's Office (843) 719-4529. For Public Defender, call (843) 899-2777. To file general partnership forms, contact the Register of Deed's Office (843 ...
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.- (August 3, 2020) — All Berkeley County Offices will close at 2 p.m. Monday, August 3 due to Tropical Storm Isaias. This closure includes the Berkeley County Courthouse, Libraries, Animal…
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.- (Monday, May 18, 2020) – Berkeley County is scheduled to return to OPCON Level 3, or normal operating conditions, at noon today. The County continues to work with local, state…
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.- (Friday, May 8, 2020) – Berkeley County Government buildings will reopen to the public on Wednesday, May 20. The Voters Registration and Elections Office will be open to the public…
A subpoena is a legal document that commands a person or entity to testify as a witness at a specified time and place (at a deposition, trial, or other hearing), and/or to produce documents or other tangible objects in a legal proceeding. Subpoenas are time-sensitive with court-imposed deadlines . Back to Top.
When a witness is required to personally accompany documents requested by a subpoena duces tecum in a criminal case, the witness is entitled to any fees normally paid by that court.
Service of process involves delivery of a special type of court order to an individual or company (“entity”). Service of process can involve either a “ Summons and Complaint ” initiating a lawsuit, or a “ Subpoena ” requesting that business records be turned over and/or that personal testimony be given, or a personal appearance be made.
A Deposition Subpoena is a court order requiring a person who is not a party to a lawsuit to provide copies of business records and/or appear at a deposition to answer questions asked by one party in a lawsuit. A Deposition Subpoena differs from the Subpoena DucesTecum in that the documents and testimony requested are part ...
It involves presenting to the person or entity sued (the ‘ defendant’) a Complaint in which the person suing (the ‘ plaintiff’) describes its legal claims and should always be accompanied by a Summons, requiring a defendant to respond in court. There are very specific requirements for serving a lawsuit on a defendant.
The Legal Department advises, represents and defends Charleston County and County employees before courts and administrative bodies. The department includes a County Attorney, Deputy Attorneys, Contracts Attorney, Assistant Attorneys and Legal Secretaries.
Lonnie Hamilton, III Public Service Building#N#4045 Bridge View Drive#N#North Charleston, SC 29405
With decades of combined litigation experience, we have a working knowledge of the legal system that you can rely on. We have represented numerous clients in cases at the trial and appellate levels in South Carolina’s State and Federal courts, and have also represented other clients in many other states with the assistance of local counsel.
We strive to put clients first. We think that getting to know our clients, taking the time to fully understand their legal issues and goals, and being accessible to our clients by telephone, email, and in person is important. We also welcome your comments and critiques so that we can improve our practice.