Understanding 504 Plans and IEPs: A Guide to Special Education Plans in South Carolina
By Samantha Albrecht Attorney at Law Navigating the world of special education can be challenging for parents and teachers, especially when it comes to understanding the differences and similarities between 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Both provide support for students with disabilities, but the processes and requirements for each can vary significantly. Let’s […]
National Law Journal honors Burnette, McDaniel and LeFever
COLUMBIA, SC – M. Malissa Burnette, Kathleen McDaniel, and Grant Burnette LeFever are being profiled as Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Trailblazers in this month’s edition of the “National Law Journal.” The honor recognizes their work in Planned Parenthood South Atlantic v South Carolina. That case led the state Supreme Court to reject South Carolina’s abortion ban as […]
Burnette, Shutt, Cox, LeFever listed in 2023 Super Lawyers
COLUMBIA, SC – Congratulations to Malissa Burnette, Nekki Shutt, Sarah Cox and Grant LeFever for their inclusion in the new edition of Super Lawyers. A national guide to outstanding attorneys across more than 70 practice areas, Super Lawyers uses a patented selection process to choose honorees. The four Burnette Shutt & McDaniel attorneys also are […]
Sarah Cox joins Justice360 Board of Directors
COLUMBIA, SC – A dedicated fighter for the rights of others, Sarah J.M. Cox is taking that fight to the next level by joining the Justice360 Board of Directors. A nonprofit organization, Justice360 wages a multifaceted battle against the death penalty and juvenile life sentences. The group represents clients at all stages of the legal […]
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel welcomes attorney Ashley Pennington
COLUMBIA, SC – Long-time criminal defense attorney Ashley Pennington has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. His practice will focus on civil rights, including cases that move law forward on systemic reform. During decades of practice, Pennington focused, not only on protecting clients’ rights in the judicial system, but also on helping them with the tools […]
Amanda Mueller is one of the newest members of LGBTQ+ Bar Association Family Law Institute
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel partner Mandy Mueller has joined the LGBTQ+ Bar Association Family Law Institute. She is among only four South Carolina attorneys approved for membership in the national rights organization. The Family Law Instituted was founded in 2009 as a joint venture between the LGBTQ+ Bar, which has sponsored the annual Lavender Law […]