Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Attorney in Lexington, SC
Kent Collins Law is a dedicated legal practice serving clients in South Carolina. With a focus on criminal defense and personal injury law, the firm combines extensive courtroom experience with a client-centered approach. Former prosecutor Kent Collins leverages deep knowledge of both sides of the legal system to craft strategic defenses and advocate for fair compensation. The firm prioritizes accessibility, using plain language to ensure clients understand their cases while maintaining 24/7 availability. With thousands of handled cases ranging from DUIs to murder charges, the practice emphasizes personalized action plans that protect clients' rights, reputations, and futures. 
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Personal Injury
Drug Charges
Domestic Violence
Felony Defense
Juvenile Defense
Sexual Assault Defense
Property Crimes
White Collar Crimes
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- Our attorney is a former prosecutor with insider knowledge
- We handle thousands of criminal cases annually
- We use plain language to ensure case understanding
- We prioritize personalized action plans for each client
What people say
Knowledge and experience
Handled my case quickly
Exceeded expectations
Professional and approachable
Worked his heart out
Services
Criminal Defense
Kent Collins Law provides comprehensive criminal defense representation for misdemeanor and felony charges. With former prosecutor experience, the firm develops strategic defenses for DUI, drug offenses, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Services include case evaluation, plea negotiations, and courtroom representation to protect clients' rights and minimize consequences.
Personal Injury
The firm handles personal injury cases resulting from negligence, including auto accidents and workplace injuries. Services focus on securing fair compensation through insurance negotiations or litigation. The practice manages all aspects of injury claims, from medical documentation to courtroom representation, ensuring clients receive appropriate financial recovery.
DUI Defense
Specialized defense for DUI charges leverages insider knowledge of prosecution strategies. Services include evidence analysis, license protection, and penalty reduction strategies. The firm challenges chemical test accuracy and develops defense plans to minimize driving restrictions and legal consequences for first-time and repeat offenses.
People
Kent Collins
Attorney
Former prosecutor with 13 years private practice experience handling thousands of criminal cases. Graduated from Thomas Cooley Law School after Coastal Carolina University studies. Served as Lexington County Councilman and maintains 24/7 client accessibility through multiple communication channels.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle?
We handle all types of criminal charges including DUI, drug offenses, domestic violence, assault, burglary, and felony cases throughout South Carolina.
How are criminal charges filed in SC?
Charges begin with arrest, followed by police report submission to the solicitor's office. Grand jury determines if charges proceed through indictment process.
Can criminal charges be removed from records?
Certain charges may qualify for expungement including dismissed cases, not guilty verdicts, and specific nonviolent offenses through formal application process.
What personal injury cases do you accept?
We handle injury cases from auto accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, and workplace incidents where negligence caused harm and financial loss.
How do you communicate with clients?
We maintain 24/7 availability through phone, text, email, and Facebook with prompt response times and regular case updates.
