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is an attorney with Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC where she focuses her practice on antitrust, government investigations, and complex commercial litigation matters in federal and state courts across the United States. She manages and leads teams in all aspects of litigation, including managing discovery, drafting and arguing dispositive motions and other pretrial briefs, and negotiating resolution. With experience in high-stakes government investigations – particularly those involving securities fraud, federal and state grants fraud, and internal corporate investigations. Ms. Green is also adept at counseling clients in complex litigation, such as nationwide antitrust litigation, class actions, and multidistrict litigation (MDL). Furthermore, she has represented a federal equity receiver appointed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Ms. Green earned her B.A. degree from the University of South Carolina and her J.D. degree (Articles Editor – ABA Real Property, Trust, & Estate Law Journal) from the University of South Carolina. She is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association, DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence (Board Member), and the DC Volunteer Lawyers Project (Volunteer). Ms. Green is admitted to practice in South Carolina, District of Columbia, United States Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina.

is an attorney with Kenison Dudley & Crawford, LLC, where he practices in the areas of construction, commercial transactions, commercial real estate, and contract litigation. Mr. Autry reviews and drafts construction contracts, offers advice related to construction project management and insurance, and represents clients in construction disputes and litigation, including mechanic’s liens, collections, and alternative dispute resolution. He also handles commercial real estate disputes and litigation, including collections and evictions, and he advises clients on the construction and litigation aspects of commercial lease agreements. Mr. Autry earned his B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from the University of South Carolina and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from the University of South Carolina School of Law. He is a member of Richland County Bar Association and South Carolina Bar.

is an experienced trial attorney with more than 15 years of practice. He has a diverse background in criminal defense, appellate litigation, and civil matters. Mr. Shaffer brings this extensive courtroom and appellate experience to the firm's clients, focusing on complex criminal matters. He began his career with the Richland County Public Defender's Office, later serving with the South Carolina Commission on Indigent Defense as an Appellate defender where he argued multiple cases to state's highest courts. Mr. Shaffer has also served as the director of litigation for the Eighth Circuit Public Defender's Office. He gained valuable experience working for a boutique criminal defense firm. Mr. Shaffer also previously owned and operated his own law practice, handling a wide range of cases including criminal defense, post-conviction relief, and personal injury. He currently works for Axelrod & Associates, PA, and is a contract public defender in the Eighth Judicial Circuit. Mr. Shaffer was named the 2021 Defender of the Year by the South Carolina Public Defender Association. He has also been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Additionally, Mr. Shaffer is a graduate of the prestigious National Criminal Defense College Trial Practice Institute. Furthermore, since 2021 he has taught trial advocacy skills to young attorneys through the South Carolina Indigent Defense Academy. Over the course of his career, Mr. Shaffer has successfully litigated numerous notable cases, securing reversals of convictions and new trials. His work reflects a deep commitment to protecting the rights of his clients and achieving justice in every case. Mr. Shaffer earned his J.D. degree from the Charleston School of Law and his B.S. degree, in psychology, from Clemson University. He is admitted to practice in South Carolina, U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

, is the associate dean for the College of Business & Technology at Lander University. She serves as professor of accounting, and brings extensive experience in both academia and professional practice. In addition to her academic leadership roles, Ms. Moore has served as internship program director and has spent more than a decade in private practice as a tax attorney and Certified Public Accountant with Greene & Company, LLP, advising corporate and individual clients on tax planning, financial reporting, estate and gift taxation, and fiduciary matters. Her professional background includes representing clients in complex business transactions and developing strategic solutions to tax and accounting issues. Ms. Moore is admitted to practice law and as a certified public accountant. She earned her J.D. degree from the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law and completed post-doctoral graduate work in accounting and finance at the University of Florida.

is an attorney with Wyche, P.A. where he focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, corporate governance, and economic development transactions. Prior to joining Wyche, Mr. Murray practiced at a large international firm, where he represented public and private companies, as well as private equity funds, in mergers and acquisitions and other strategic transactions. Before law school, Mr. Murray worked in the White House Office of Presidential Scheduling, where he coordinated the daily schedule for the President of the United States. During college, he gained experience in state government while serving as an intern in the South Carolina Governor’s Office and as a legislative page for the South Carolina Senate. Mr. Murray earned his B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from the University of South Carolina and his J.D. degree, magna cum laude, from the University of South Carolina School of Law. He is admitted to practice in South Carolina and North Carolina.

is an attorney with Collins & Lacy, P.C. practicing in Retail and Hospitality. She earned her J.D. degree from Charleston School of Law. Ms. Wilson is a Law Mentor with Charleston School of Law and a Transactional Law Team Coach and Mentor with Charleston School of Law. She is admitted to practice in South Carolina and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina.