The Firm
The law firm of Kendrick and Leonard was founded over 15 years ago. Since its creation, the firm has held on to a primary ideal. Clients need trial lawyers to level the playing field, whether you are up against a big company or the government.
At Kendrick and Leonard, we do not exaggerate our trial experience. Years of experience in front of juries is reflected in everything we deliver – from how we handle your initial consultation to the way your case is resolved.
We have tried countless cases. In magistrate’s court, they have tried hundreds of cases from driving under the influence (DUI) to domestic violence. We have tried cases in state court, criminal and civil. From car wrecks to murder cases, we have stood in front of juries and asked for justice in high-profile cases, low-profile cases, and everything in between.
In addition to extensive state court experience, our federal court experience sets us apart. There is not a more powerful organization than the federal government, but we have faced them over and over. From defending a member of the largest motorcycle club in the world against racketeering (RICO) charges to reversing a gambling conviction in the United States Court of Appeals, we can level the playing field – even against the largest opponent in the nation.
Our Culture
Commitment to Excellence
Just like hiring the right firm can change the outcome of your case, hiring the wrong one can be a disaster. It seems like there are lawyers everywhere you turn and finding the right ones can feel like an overwhelming task.
Kendrick and Leonard is a different kind of firm. The partners are a different kind of lawyer. From our cutting-edge case management system to board certification in criminal trial advocacy, we are committed to excellence.
Client Services
We understand the stress our clients and their families are experiencing. Whether you need us to handle civil or criminal litigation, the legal system is rarely a pleasant experience.
With offices in Columbia and Greenville, we can handle cases throughout the state of South Carolina. If your matter goes beyond the boundaries of this state, we have built a network of lawyers throughout the country to help us serve you no matter how big your problem gets.
Technology
The law can be an archaic profession. The wheels of justice grind slowly. But that is no excuse for your lawyer to be behind the times. At Kendrick and Leonard, we have mastered the use of technology to make your case move as efficiently as possible and keep communication up to date no matter how busy we (or you) are.
Our case management system, legal research database, and communication system are based on the latest technology. We can adapt quickly to changing situations and make sure that responsiveness is reflected in your case.
Creativity
No two cases are the same. We understand the simplest matters are urgent and important to you. We also know any case can turn on a dime, becoming far more complex or difficult at any point.
Being stuck in the old ways is no way to practice law. We aren’t bound by any preconception about how your case should be handled. Sometimes persistent negotiations are required. Sometimes trial advocacy is the answer. Other times your solution is found in a creative resolution that no one expects.
We can find that solution, no matter how unique it is.
