People
Four partners and two counsel.
Each lawyer keeps a defined practice. On a matter that crosses practices, one partner remains responsible.
Managing Partner
Margaret A. Hale
Advises owners on the purchase and sale of closely held companies and on the family arrangements that sit beside those deals.
Partner
James R. Whitaker
Tries and settles contract, business, and property disputes in the courts of South Carolina.
Partner
Elena M. Voss
Handles commercial purchases, sales, and leases from the Richmond office, including land held by Charleston clients.
Partner
David I. Okonkwo
Advises companies on employment agreements, departures, and disputes, including the terms that travel with a sale.
Counsel
Claire P. Brennan
Prepares wills, trusts, and the estate documents that carry a family company or a parcel of land.
Counsel
Robert J. Chen
Drafts commercial contracts and the agreements that govern closely held companies.