Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Conway, SC
Founded in 2008, The Von Herrmann Law Firm Law Firm has established itself as a trusted legal advocate serving clients across South Carolina. With over 56 years of combined experience, our attorneys have resolved more than 12,546 civil and criminal cases, including 110 trials with 50 murder cases. Our practice spans criminal defense, personal injury, family law, DUI, federal court representation, and education law, with a focus on delivering personalized attention and proven results. We pride ourselves on deep local court knowledge, having represented students from Coastal Carolina University and the University of South Carolina. Our team combines trial-tested expertise with compassionate client support, maintaining a commitment to transparency and ethical representation.We serve the Grand Strand, Horry County, Pee Dee, Marion, Florence, the Midlands, and all SC Federal Courts. Our attorneys, former Horry County prosecutors, bring unique insights to criminal defense while navigating complex family law matters with sensitivity. With a track record of referrals and repeat clients, we prioritize client needs over self-promotion, relying on reputation and results to define our success. Our office in Conway, SC, offers accessible legal counsel for individuals and businesses facing high-stakes legal challenges.
Services
Criminal Law
Personal Injury
Family Law
DUI Defense
Federal Court Representation
Child Custody
Adoptions
Traffic Violations
Civil Litigation
Student Legal Issues
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have 56 years of combined legal experience handling 12,546+ cases.
- Our attorneys have tried 110 cases, including 50 murder trials.
- Specialized expertise in South Carolina federal and state court procedures.
- We provide personalized legal strategies for complex family law matters.
- Proven track record representing students from major South Carolina universities.
What people say
Best lawyers in the state
Most professional firm I've dealt with
Fights for clients' rights
Knowledgeable and committed
Professional staff who knows the law
Services
Criminal Law
Our criminal defense attorneys leverage former prosecutorial experience to handle state and federal cases. With 110+ trials and 50 murder case defenses, we protect clients' constitutional rights through strategic courtroom advocacy and pre-trial negotiations. Our approach combines deep legal knowledge with personalized defense strategies for optimal outcomes.
Personal Injury
We advocate for accident victims seeking compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. Our attorneys negotiate with insurance companies and litigate complex cases involving negligence, ensuring clients receive fair settlements for physical, emotional, and financial damages caused by others' actions.
Family Law
Specializing in family court matters, we handle adoptions, child custody disputes, and divorce proceedings with compassionate expertise. Our attorneys navigate emotionally challenging cases while protecting clients' parental rights and securing favorable custody and support arrangements through litigation or mediation.
DUI Defense
With decade-plus experience defending DUI charges in Horry and Georgetown Counties, we challenge evidence and negotiate reduced penalties. Our defense strategy focuses on preserving driving privileges and minimizing long-term consequences of alcohol-related driving charges through courtroom experience and procedural knowledge.
Federal Court Representation
Our firm handles complex federal litigation requiring specialized knowledge of procedural differences from state courts. We defend clients in federal criminal cases and civil matters involving substantial financial stakes, leveraging experience in navigating federal judicial systems and constitutional protections.
People
Bert The Von Herrmann Law Firm
Attorney-At-Law
Experienced trial attorney with extensive criminal defense expertise, previously serving as Horry County prosecutor. Combines prosecutorial insight with defense strategy to protect clients' constitutional rights in state and federal courts.
Heather The Von Herrmann Law Firm
Attorney-At-Law
Dedicated family law practitioner with comprehensive understanding of local court systems. Advocates for clients in divorce, custody, and adoption cases while maintaining focus on clients' emotional and legal needs during challenging transitions.
Shannon Nagy
Senior Paralegal / Office Manager
30-year legal professional managing civil litigation and criminal defense cases. Provides compassionate client support through regular case updates and personalized attention from case initiation to resolution.
Debra Cooper
Family Law Paralegal
22-year family law specialist with six years at The Von Herrmann Law Firm Law Firm. Assists clients navigating complex family court procedures while offering empathetic support during difficult life transitions.
Stephanie Johnson
Family Court Paralegal
Horry County native with three years of family law experience. Builds meaningful client relationships while managing court procedures and documentation for family law cases across multiple jurisdictions.
Questions
What areas of law does von Herrmann Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense, personal injury, family law (including divorce and child custody), DUI defense, federal court representation, and student legal issues.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout the Grand Strand, Horry County, Pee Dee, Marion, Florence, the Midlands region, and all South Carolina Federal Courts.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have 56 combined years of experience, have handled 12,546+ cases, and tried 110+ cases including 50 murder trials.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 843.488.1030 or visit our Conway office at 212 Elm Street to schedule a consultation with our legal team.
Do you handle student legal issues?
Yes, we represent students from Coastal Carolina University, University of South Carolina, and local school districts with educational system-related legal problems.
What makes your firm different from others?
We combine former prosecutorial experience with compassionate advocacy, focusing on personalized attention and proven results rather than mass advertising.
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