Collins & Lacy congratulates atty Andy Smith on his recent DRI Annual Professional Achievement and Service Award. Andy has served the organization with dedication. His DRI peers have shown their appreciation for his fine work with this award. Congratulations, Andy! #DRICommunity

C&L was pleased to co-sponsor the annual Welcome Back to Law School event for the University of South Carolina School of Law’s Veterans in Law Society. We had a great turnout and appreciated the opportunity to host, along with the SC Bar’s Military and Veterans Law Section.

We had a great summer with our 2026 law clerks. They attended depositions, mediations, hearings, conducted valuable legal research, and gained a firsthand look at the day-to-day work of our firm. We know they’ll continue to do great things in law school and beyond.

“Andy Smith is an exceptional lawyer and a respected leader,” said Collins & Lacy Managing Partner Claude Prevost. “Justin Lawlor works alongside Andy and consistently demonstrates sound judgment, dedication, and a strong commitment to serving our clients. We congratulate them.”

Since 1776, our nation has been guided by the enduring principles of liberty, justice, and the rule of law. We are privileged to uphold those principles every day in South Carolina and Georgia through our service to clients, our communities, and our courts.

Today, we recognize Juneteenth and reflect on its enduring significance in American history. As we honor the end of slavery in the United States, we also acknowledge the ongoing pursuit of justice, equality, and opportunity for all. #Juneteenth

Collins & Lacy welcomes our 2026 Summer Law Clerks. They are three talented future lawyers who will experience, firsthand, civil defense litigation at our law firm. Additionally, we are proud that Will and Nick are part of our ongoing commitment to recruit military veterans.

Memorial Day: We remember the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We honor their courage and extend our gratitude to the families who carry their legacy forward.

If you operate a retail store, restaurant, or attraction, you’ll want to read “Teen Takeovers”, a new blog article from Collins & Lacy President & CEO, Christian Stegmaier. Read the article here: tinyurl.com/3ykuy9n9

Five Collins & Lacy attorneys have been named 2026 South Carolina Super Lawyers® and South Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Stars® for work in their respective practice areas. We congratulate them on this recognition. Read more: tinyurl.com/3hdzj354

We are pleased to announce that attorney Erin Conroy has joined the firm. Erin brings significant courtroom experience to her team at Collins & Lacy. Read more: tinyurl.com/33kn8tju

C&L atty Danielle Wilson participated in a panel at The Women in Business seminar sponsored by the Charleston School of Law Business Law Society. The panel gave students the opportunity to hear from three women attorneys regarding their personal experiences in the legal field.

A recent South Carolina circuit court ruling reaffirmed the strength of the attorney work product doctrine—quashing a subpoena that targeted focus group materials and litigation strategy. Read more in the latest blog post from Kelsey Brudvig: tinyurl.com/kju78rwa

A recent SC Court of Appeals decision has clarified that pet owners cannot recover emotional distress damages for the negligent injury or death of a pet. However, the court left open the question of "special value" damages. Read our latest blog: tinyurl.com/2p9m7sx2

As we welcome the New Year, we extend our sincere thanks to our clients, colleagues, and community for the trust you place in us. Wishing you a year filled with health, success, and new opportunities. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the year ahead.

We’re proud of our employees for coming together to support families in need this holiday season. Thank you to everyone who donated, wrapped gifts, and helped deliver them to Families Helping Families of the Midlands.

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Attorney Pam Larson has joined the Retail & Hospitality Practice Group at Collins & Lacy. She will be working out of our Charleston, SC office. We welcome Pam to the team! To learn more about Pam, read the press release here: tinyurl.com/mwfp26bb