Over 30 Years of Trusted Personal Injury Representation in Charleston & Beyond
1. Confidential Legal Consultation
We’ll review your charges, explain your rights, and help you understand your legal options.
2. Strategic Case Building
From gathering evidence to challenging unlawful arrests or search procedures, we build a custom defense tailored to your case.
3. Courtroom Advocacy
Whether negotiating with prosecutors or representing you at trial, we fight relentlessly for the best possible outcome.
If you’ve been charged with a crime, everything is at stake — your reputation, your freedom, and your future. At The Clekis Law Firm, our criminal defense attorneys understand how overwhelming the criminal justice system can be, and we’re here to guide you through it with confidence and determination.
For over 30 years, we’ve defended clients across South Carolina (North Charleston, SC), from misdemeanors to serious felonies. We believe every person deserves a strong, fair defense — and we’ll fight to protect your rights every step of the way.
A criminal charge is serious — but so is your defense. Let us stand with you, speak for you, and fight for the future you deserve.
Hiring a criminal defense lawyer early allows important evidence to be preserved, witnesses to be interviewed, and legal issues to be addressed before they affect your case. Early representation can also help protect your rights throughout the legal process.
Yes. Criminal defense lawyers handle a variety of cases, including misdemeanors and felonies. The defense strategy will depend on the specific charges, evidence, and circumstances of your case.
Bring any documents related to your case, including court notices, police reports, bail paperwork, witness information, and any communications you have received. These materials help the lawyer better evaluate your situation.
Yes. A criminal defense lawyer can examine police reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, forensic evidence, and other materials to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and prepare an effective defense.
Not necessarily. Some criminal cases are resolved through negotiations, plea agreements, or dismissal before reaching trial. A criminal defense lawyer can explain the available options based on the facts of your case.
