Malissa Burnette honored among Top 50 Most Influential in the Midlands
Congratulations to our co-founder Malissa Burnette, recognized in Columbia Business Monthly’s list of the Top 50 Most Influential in the Midlands. It’s the third time she’s made the list. She also was honored last year, and in 2016, she and firm co-founder Nekki Shutt were cited for their work as part of the legal team […]
Justice Department gives Richland County 49 days to start protecting jail inmates
The U.S. Justice Department has found conditions at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, the Richland County jail, in violation of the Eighth and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution, it was announced today. The department’s report details the findings of a comprehensive investigation of the jail, which is funded and operated by Richland County. […]
South Carolina Women Lawyers Association honors Malissa Burnette with Toal Award
Congratulations to Malissa Burnette, whom the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association has honored with its Jean Hoefer Toal Award. The honor, which the organization rarely bestows, puts Malissa in elite company. The Hon. Jean Hoefer Toal, who was the first woman to serve as South Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice, was the first recipient. Elaine […]
SC Bar program examines the Civil Rights Act 60 years later
It’s been 60 years since the passage of Title VII of the Civil Rights act, aimed at addressing what President John F. Kennedy called a “moral crisis.” Though there has been progress in the decades since, much work remains before all citizens are free from discrimination and oppression. Join Nekki Shutt and other noted attorneys, […]
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has record showing in ‘Best Law Firms’
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel again has a record showing in Best Law Firms, including top honors for the Columbia area in six practice areas in the national directory. Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has ranked in Tier 1 for 2025 in the Columbia area in Employment Law – Individuals and Litigation – Labor and Employment Law […]
Charleston Bar honors Ashley Pennington with its top award
Congratulations to Ashley Pennington, who has received the James Louis Petigru Award from the Charleston County Bar Association. It’s the organization’s highest honor. Named after famed attorney and former South Carolina attorney general James Petigru, the award is rarely given. Ashley is only the sixth recipient of the medallion, which the Bar says recognizes individuals […]
Congratulations to attorney Annie Day Bame
A true friend always unhesitatingly cheers their friends’ success. Even if that success means the friend must move on. That’s the position all of us at Burnette Shutt and McDaniel find ourselves in today with attorney Annie Day Bame. Since joining us almost two years ago, she’s been an integral part of our litigation team. […]
Nekki Shutt, Janet Rhodes named to SC Lawyers Weekly Power List
COLUMBIA, SC – Nekki Shutt and Janet Rhodes are highlighted in the just-released 2024 SC Lawyers Weekly Employment Power List, making Burnette Shutt & McDaniel the only firm with two attorneys included in the exclusive publication. In its second year, the Power List recognizes the important work of less than a dozen employment lawyers statewide. […]
Malissa Burnette wins fifth Lawyer of the Year award in Best Lawyers
Congratulations to our shero, firm co-founder Malissa Burnette. She’s won her fifth Lawyer of the Year award in Best Lawyers in America, a national peer-reviewed guide to the legal profession. This year’s Lawyer of the Year honor is in Employment Law – Individuals for the Columbia area. It’s the fourth time she’s earned that title, […]
Another impressive Best Lawyers showing for Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
Eleven attorneys from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, including every partner, are honored in the just-released 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America and its companion guide, Best Lawyers: One to Watch. It’s another record showing for the firm. Firm co-founder Malissa Burnette earned her fifth Lawyer of the Year award for the Columbia area, this […]