Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Laurens, SC Legal Advocates
Founded in 2011, Laura Saunders Law has served Laurens and the surrounding Upstate, SC communities with dedicated legal representation. Our firm specializes in Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Family Law, and Probate matters, prioritizing personalized advocacy for every client. With over a decade of experience, Laura M. Saunders combines trial expertise and compassionate guidance to secure fair compensation for accident victims and navigate complex family law disputes.Our team's deep local roots and commitment to accessibility are reflected in flexible consultation options, including discounted rates and contingency fee agreements. We leverage extensive professional networks to deliver comprehensive solutions, from estate administration to mediation services, ensuring clients receive both legal excellence and empathetic support during challenging times.
Services
Auto Accidents
Wrongful Death
Personal Injury
Family Law
Probate
Wills and POAs
Guardianships
Mediation
General Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer contingency fee agreements with no upfront costs
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies for each case
- Experienced trial attorneys with local court familiarity
- Comprehensive services across multiple legal practice areas
- Free initial consultations with experienced legal professionals
Services
Auto Accidents
We represent clients injured in motor vehicle collisions, handling insurance negotiations and seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our contingency fee model ensures access to legal representation without upfront costs. With deep knowledge of South Carolina traffic laws, we advocate for full and fair compensation while clients focus on recovery.
Wrongful Death
Our firm provides compassionate legal support for families who've lost loved ones due to negligence. We handle complex claims against responsible parties, whether individuals or institutions, while offering sensitive guidance during difficult times. We work to secure compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages through both settlement negotiations and courtroom litigation when necessary.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law matters including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, visitation rights, and property division. Our attorneys help establish fair child support agreements and modify existing orders when circumstances change. We prioritize amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy to protect clients' parental rights and financial interests.
Probate
Our probate services guide executors through estate administration processes, including will validation, asset distribution, and debt settlement. We assist with intestate estates lacking valid wills and handle real property transfers from estates. We also establish conservatorships for minors and disabled individuals requiring financial management, providing comprehensive solutions for both simple and complex estate matters.
Mediation
Certified mediator Heather Faulkner facilitates dispute resolution for family law matters and other legal conflicts. Our mediation services help parties reach mutually acceptable agreements on custody arrangements, divorce terms, and financial settlements. This cost-effective alternative to litigation promotes cooperative problem-solving while maintaining legal protections for all parties involved in contested matters.
People
Laura M. Saunders
Attorney & Founder
Laura Saunders established her firm in 2011 after working in state government and medical malpractice defense. A Laurens native and daughter of a respected trial attorney, she brings over 15 years of legal experience to personal injury, family law, and probate matters. She graduated from the Charleston School of Law in 2009 and maintains active memberships in multiple South Carolina bar associations.
Heather Faulkner
Family Law Attorney
Heather Faulkner focuses on family law matters including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence protection orders. After graduating from the University of South Carolina School of Law, she gained experience at South Carolina Legal Services before joining Laura Saunders Law. Her practice also includes probate and wills, bringing comprehensive legal expertise to family-related legal issues.
Brenda Logan
Legal Advocate
Brenda Logan serves as a lay Guardian ad litem, advocating for children's best interests in family court cases. With extensive experience in child advocacy through the CASA program since 2014, she brings compassionate legal support to family matters. Her background includes direct courtroom involvement in private family law cases, providing valuable perspective to the firm's family law practice.
Sheila Lindsey
Office Manager
Sheila Lindsey joined the firm in 2023 after a 35-year career at Greenville County Summary Court. Her extensive administrative experience includes working with multiple judges and handling diverse legal matters across criminal, traffic, and civil courts. She brings organizational expertise and institutional knowledge to support the firm's operations and client services.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Laurens County and surrounding areas in Upstate South Carolina.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for personal injury and accident cases.
What payment arrangements are available?
We work on contingency fee agreements for personal injury cases with no upfront costs.
What practice areas do you handle?
Our services include auto accidents, family law, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Are you experienced in trial litigation?
Yes, our attorneys have extensive trial experience in South Carolina state courts.
