Charleston, S.C., November 11, 2024 — National attorney-rating service Best Lawyers has recognized Saxton & Stump’s Charleston office in six different practice areas on its 2025 “Best Law Firms” list. The annual list is determined by peer reviews of attorneys in the corresponding regions and practice areas.
The entire Saxton & Stump firm, with offices in South Carolina, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, made the 2025 “Best Law Firms” list in 27 practice areas in three metropolitan regions.
Saxton & Stump officially opened its Charleston office in 2022.
“We remain committed and excited about the strategic growth of our Charleston office,” Saxton & Stump CEO James W. Saxton said. “The caliber of talented lawyers is consistent with our strategic plan, and the recognition from Best Lawyers is proof to us that we are firmly establishing ourselves in the Charleston area and that our peers are taking notice. We look forward to further building our presence in the region.”
Saxton & Stump’s Charleston office received the following recognitions on the 2025 list:
Tier 1 Charleston: Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Trusts and Estates
Tier 2 Charleston-SC: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management
Tier 3 Charleston: Litigation – Labor and Employment
Best Lawyers also compiles the annual “Best Lawyers in America” list. In August, the rating service named three of the Charleston office’s attorneys to the list. That includes Alice F. Paylor, who the service named “Lawyer of the Year” for both Best-the-Company Litigation and Employment Law – Individuals.
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.
