Criminal Defense
South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorneys
The law firm of Richard A. Harpootlian, P.A. is a recognized leader in the area of criminal law. With Mr. Harpootlian's 34 years of experience in the field of criminal law, as a prosecutor, Solicitor (district attorney), and defense attorney, our firm is ready to handle crimes of the most serious nature such as crimes of violence, drug crimes, and “white collar” business crimes of deception and fraud.
Mr. Harpootlian’s three decades of experience with the media is a valuable asset in high profile cases that draw media attention. For example, Mr. Harpootlian recently represented one of the students arrested in connection with the Michael Phelps incident, which drew national media attention. He also has represented well-known figures, like University of South Carolina outfielder, Lonnie Chisenhall, who went on to be Cleveland Indians 2008 number one draft pick, star Clemson University football player, Kenny Flowers, who went on to the NFL, and actor Edward James Olmos, who was cleared when police dropped their investigation of sexual assault charges.
- “4 Clemson Students Cleared in Grand Jury Probe of Alleged Assault”
- “USC Baseball, Judge Sentences Chisenhall to Six Months Probation”
- “Actor Olmos Accused in Sex Attack”
- “For Keitel’s Lawyer’s, Deal’s Olmos Too Perfect”
We do not take on a large volume of criminal cases or small crimes and misdemeanors, so that we can devote the greatest attention to those facing serious loss of liberty, fines, and forfeitures.
We carefully examine every facet of your arrest. We weigh evidence as to its validity and cast doubt on prosecutors' contentions. We hire investigators and nationally-recognized experts who can reenact and analyze events that led to your apprehension. All along the way, we give you honest assessments of the progress we're making.
If you are wrongfully convicted of a crime while represented by another attorney, we can fight to overturn that conviction for you, and retry the case for you if necessary.
Experience and Success in Criminal Law Since 1974
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Trials involving “white collar” crimes of deception and fraud can be extremely long and complicated. These types of non-violent, but complicated crimes include:
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Phone, Fax or E-Mail Richard A. Harpootlian, P.A.
Contact our Columbia law office if you are facing arrest, criminal charges, or imprisonment. Use Richard Harpootlian’s three decades of experience as a prosecutor and district attorney to your benefit. We are able to meet with you anywhere, in jail or prison. Contact Us at our Columbia, South Carolina law office, at 866.706.3997 (toll-free), or 803.252.4848 (local) to speak with Mr. Harpootlian. You may also contact us by fax, e-mail. We return all messages promptly, including after-hours messages.
