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Dayne C. Phillips

Dayne C. Phillips

South Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyer; Appeals; PCRs; and DUI Defense
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ATTORNEY DAYNE PHILLIPS has dedicated his life to defending those who are wrongfully accused or who have made an unfortunate mistake and need help. He is a trained and experienced South Carolina criminal defense attorney and appellate litigator. He has successfully defended citizens in felony jury trials and has successfully argued before the South Carolina Supreme Court and Court of Appeals.

Dayne is a former President of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and former circuit representative on that organization's Board of Directors. He is also a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College and is a State Delegate of the National College for DUI Defense.

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Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
White Collar Crime
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    We never charge a fee to meet with you. The facts and circumstances for every case are different, so we set our fee after reviewing all of the information provided to us during the initial meeting. Clients customarily pay for expenses in addition to the fee.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    We never charge a fee to meet with you. The facts and circumstances for every case are different, so we set our fee after reviewing all of the information provided to us during the initial meeting. Clients customarily pay for expenses in addition to the fee.
  • Contingent Fees
    Attorney Dayne Phillips only accepts contingent fees in civil cases. Contingent fees are prohibited in criminal cases. This type of fee agreement is not allowed in criminal cases. The facts and circumstances for every case are different, so we set our fee after reviewing all of the information provided to us during the initial meeting. Clients customarily pay for expenses in addition to the fee.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
South Carolina
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4th Circuit
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Federal Circuit
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U.S. Supreme Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Member
Eleventh Circuit Public Defender Selection Panel
- Current
Student
National Forensic College at the Cardozo School of Law
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NACDL and Cardozo School of Law National Forensic College presented in collaboration with the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts and Defender Services Training Division in New York City. The purpose of the college is to instruct supervisors, trainers, and experienced litigators who are or will be the forensic science experts or point people in their jurisdictions. The college will prepare attorneys to litigate complex forensic science issues strategically and with the support of the nation’s leading law firms and experts. Attendance is by invitation only.
Student
National Criminal Defense College (NCDC)
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Education
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. (2010) | Law
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Honors: Moot Court
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Awards
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Honorable Mention for "Best DUI Attorney" in Columbia
Free Times Columbia
Legal Elite
Columbia Business Monthly
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Legal Elite for Criminal Law
Columbia Business Monthly
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell
Honorable Mention for "Best DUI Attorney" in Columbia
Free Times Columbia
Nominated as one of the Attorneys selected in The State Newspapers'
The State Newspaper
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell
Honorable Mention for "Best DUI Attorney" in Columbia
Free Times
"Best of Columbia" Contest
Legal Elite
Columbia Business Monthly
Rising Stars
Super Lawyers
Nominated as one of the Attorneys selected in The State newspapers' "Best Attorney" category in the annual contest
The State Newspaper
Top 40 Under 40
The National Trial Lawyers
Nominated as one of the Attorneys selected in The State newspapers' "Best Attorney" category in the annual contest
The State Newspaper
Professional Associations
National College of DUI Defense
SC State Delegate
- Current
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
Member
- Current
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South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)
Vice President
- Current
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South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)
Member
- Current
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South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)
President
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South Carolina Bar
House of Delegates, Eleventh Circuit Representative
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South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
President-Elect
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South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)
Board of Directors
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Speaking Engagements
Co-Planner and Moderator, A User Guide to South Carolina Practice: The 2021 Pandemic Edition, SC Bar Conference Building
South Carolina Bar
This special seminar also features an important and powerful panel discussion, analysis of the social justice issues brought into sharp focus by the George Floyd and Breonna Taylor tragedies. Our distinguished panel of practicing attorneys, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, and USC Law Professor Seth Stoughton will explore how law enforcement, the judicial system, corrections, and especially lawyers can strive for and achieve a broader degree of understanding, tolerance, ethical practice, and
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges, Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
SC Court Administration
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator for Criminal Defense 101, Palmetto Club
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Obstructing Injustice: A discussion on criminal justice reform and wrongful convictions, Common Book Event, Winthrop University on the Human Experience Course, Winthrop University
Winthrop University
Co-Organizer and Presenter, Drug Litigation Seminar, Drug Litigation Seminar, SC Bar Conference Building
South Carolina Bar
Presenter, Expungement Law Issues Seminar, SC Bar, Richland Library located at 608 Main St., Eastover S.C.
South Carolina Bar
Appellate Panel, SC Bar Young Lawyers Division Mentoring Lunch CLE, SC Bar Young Lawyers Division Mentoring Lunch CLE, S.C. District Court
SC Bar Young Lawyers Division
Magistrate Advisory Counsel Intensive Training Seminar
SC Court Administration and SC Prosecution Commission
Lectured on evidence.
Criminal Law Essentials, Criminal Practice Essentials, SC Bar
Bond Hearings, Preliminary Hearings, and Indictments
DUI Defense Case Review: A Step-by-Step Approach, Palmetto Paralegal Association's May Luncheon and CLE, Palmetto Club
Palmetto Paralegal Association
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator for Criminal Defense 101, Palmetto Club
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Magistrate Advisory Counsel Intensive Training Seminar
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges
South Carolina Court Administration
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator for Criminal Defense 101, Criminal Defense 101
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Magistrate Advisory Counsel Intensive Training Seminar, Midlands Technical College
South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination
Co-taught section on Hearsay and the Confrontation Clause of the Sixth Amendment. o The Seminar was held in conjunction with the South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination and the South Carolina Judicial Department and was held at Midlands Technical College in Columbia, SC.
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges, South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
South Carolina Court Administration
Co-Chair and Panel Moderator for Criminal Defense 101, Criminal Defense 101, Palmetto Club
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Firearms Dealers and Licensing Requirements; Gun Ownership Legal Concerns, Gun Law in South Carolina, Columbia, SC
National Business Institute
Magistrates Advisory Council Intensive Training Seminar, Midlands Technical College
South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination
Co-Taught on the topics of Hearsay and the Confrontation Clause.
Criminal Law Practice Essentials, CLE Essentials Series, South Carolina Bar Building
South Carolina Bar Association
Taught the section on Motions Practice
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges, South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
South Carolina Court Administration
Criminal Defense 101
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)
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Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges, South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
South Carolina Court Administration
Orientation School for Magistrate and Municipal Judges, South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
South Carolina Court Administration
Criminal Defense 101
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL)
Certifications
Lead Counsel for Death Penalty Defense
Supreme Court of South Carolina
Websites & Blogs
Website
South Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyer Dayne Phillips
Blog
Testimonials
Blog
Can I Record the Police in South Carolina?
Contact & Map
Dayne Phillips Attorney at Law, Price Benowitz LLP (Main Office)
1614 Taylor Street
Suite D
Columbia, SC 29201
Telephone: (803) 272-4503
Fax: (803) 380-8035
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Lexington Office (By Appointment Only)
137 W Butler St Suite 3
Lexington, SC 29072
Telephone: (803) 272-4504
Fax: (803) 380-8035
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours