Ellis Hinton is a boutique trial firm in South Carolina built to handle high-stakes matters. Founders Sloan Ellis and Brandi Hinton are former federal prosecutors who bring sharp judgment, proven courtroom ability, and the insight that comes from years of handling complex disputes. Our clients include business leaders, professionals, and public officials who trust us to protect their interests. Sometimes that means taking a case to trial. Just as often, it means achieving the right result without the public ever knowing a case existed. Criminal defense is at the heart of what we do, but our reach extends to civil and regulatory disputes where discretion and precision are essential.
When the stakes are the highest for you or your business, you need a team of accomplished trial lawyers who have a proven track record of success. Former federal prosecutors Sloan Ellis and Brandi Hinton bring their years of experience together to represent individuals and businesses in high-stakes criminal and civil matters throughout the state of South Carolina and beyond. Ellis Hinton is a boutique firm that stands ready to solve your most challenging legal problems.
Our practice is designed for cases that carry serious risk. We act quickly, gather facts, and build strategies that hold up under scrutiny. We are ready to try a case before a jury, yet we also understand that the best outcome can come quietly. Every matter receives direct attention from experienced trial lawyers in South Carolina who know how to keep the focus on what matters most to the client.
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From high profile cases that make the news to declinations and confidential civil settlements that are never public, Ellis Hinton is in the business of solving complex problems. While the high profile wins are fantastic, we believe that sometimes the best results are those that you don’t hear about.
What makes us unique is our collaborative approach to solving our clients’ legal problems. When you hire Ellis Hinton, you get two former federal prosecutors with our collective knowledge, experience, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for any case.
Each client benefits from two seasoned trial lawyers in South Carolina who work together on strategy, preparation, and courtroom presentation. Having served as federal prosecutors, we know how the other side builds its case. That perspective allows us to anticipate arguments, identify weaknesses, and craft defenses that stand firm when tested in court.
Brandi Hinton and Sloan Ellis bring extensive experience in understanding the complexities of the legal system, including significant state and federal courtroom practice. With well-established relationships across the legal field, our attorneys are positioned to advocate effectively on your behalf.
If you are under investigation or facing charges, early representation can change the direction of your case. We step in immediately to safeguard rights, control exposure, and manage the flow of information. Our experience in both state and federal courts gives us the ability to evaluate charges from every angle and push for outcomes that protect your future. Sometimes that means convincing prosecutors to walk away. Other times, it means narrowing the issues for trial or fighting for an acquittal. Having the right counsel in those moments often makes all the difference.
Our connections and deep understanding of the law enable us to negotiate favorable outcomes and prepare for trial when necessary. Our trial lawyers will develop a strategy specific to your case.
Some results appear in public records, but many of our most important victories never reach the news. Our focus is on protecting clients, not on publicity. From defending complex criminal cases to resolving civil matters before trial, we measure success by outcomes that align with the client’s goals.
Over the course of their careers, Sloan Ellis and Brandi Hinton have successfully defended and prosecuted thousands of criminal cases and resolved numerous civil matters where they have recovered substantial settlements for their clients. The matters listed below are a sampling of the success they have had. Please note that any results achieved in past cases are not necessarily indicative of results in the future. Every case is different.
Ellis Hinton is based in Greenville, servicing South Carolina and beyond. If you are facing a serious legal problem, reach out for a confidential consultation and put our boutique trial team to work for you.
Clients come to us facing some of the most serious, potentially life-altering, problems they have ever experienced. If you find yourself there, call us to schedule a free initial consultation. You can also fill out the contact form below and we will call you back promptly to schedule a free consultation.
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