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Michael DeTreville joins Saxton & Stump as shareholder in the Charleston office

CHARLESTON, S.C., July 30, 2024 — Saxton & Stump is pleased to announce that it has added J. Michael DeTreville as a shareholder attorney in its Family Law Group. DeTreville will work out of the firm’s Charleston, S.C. office. He has nearly 20 years of experience in complex, high-end family law cases involving divorce, alimony, custody, property division, parental rights, prenuptial agreements, adoption, paternity, and child support. He also is a seasoned mediator.

“Michael is yet another attorney and Shareholder who has joined our growing Charleston office,” Saxton & Stump CEO James W. Saxton said. “Michael is well connected in the Charleston community and beyond, and we are thrilled that he’s joined our growing firm.”

DeTreville graduated from the South Carolina University School of Law, where he was an articles editor for the Southeastern Environmental Journal and received the CALI Award for products liability. He also earned his undergraduate degree at the University of South Carolina.

DeTreville was the former managing partner at DeTreville Law & Mediation in his hometown.

Saxton & Stump’s strategic growth outlook

Saxton & Stump will continue to grow its Charleston office to provide a full complement of legal and consulting services in South Carolina, including expanding the firm’s affiliate companies nationwide.

The team is part of a larger organization and full-service law firm of 200 professionals, including over 110 attorneys and 35 paralegals. Saxton & Stump’s innovative model continues to attract highly talented and experienced attorneys and business professionals, driving the growth of the law firm and affiliates.

Saxton & Stump provides solutions for complex legal issues and partners with clients to create a roadmap for their success. The firm is committed to empowering clients by delivering five-star service and results-focused advice.