Lawyers in Aiken, SC

Founded in 1980

Lawyers in Aiken, SC

Founded in 1980

Johnson, Johnson, Whittle, Lancer & Staggs

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At Johnson, Johnson, Whittle, Lancer & Staggs, established in 1980, we are a full-service law firm dedicated to providing expert legal services across a range of areas including personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and more. With our experienced team, we’re ready to guide you through legal challenges such as divorce, DUI charges, or accident claims, ensuring you receive the dedicated counsel you need. Our firm, recognized by prestigious legal associations, is committed to excellence and advocacy for our clients in Aiken and beyond. For a trusted legal partner with a proven track record, contact us today!

Featured Practice Areas

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Personal
Injury

Personal
Injury

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Auto
Accidents

Auto
Accidents

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Workers'
Compensation

Workers'
Compensation

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Criminal
Defense

Criminal
Defense

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Family
Law

Family
Law

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Probate
Law

Probate
Law

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What Our Clients Say

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We enthusiastically recommend the law firm of Johnson, Johnson, Whittle and Lancer. On a broad range of legal matters in South Carolina, there is no finer representation. For years, we have depended on their expertise, knowledge, skills, and advice on a diverse set of issues. Their service, guidance, and friendship has been a blessing to us. Johnson, Johnson, Whittle and Lancer has exceeded our expectations in every way, and they receive our highest possible rating.

- Nancy R.

The firm and the employees are wonderful. Mr. Johnson handled my case well and guided me through my hearing. Katie and Natalie were wonderful about telling me what I needed and keeping me encouraged.

- Amy D.

They were awesome to me. Very thorough and answer every question I had. Would recommend this form to all. First rating I had backwards, meaning I mistaken that one for excellent. I’m left handed, I see things backwards not meaning to.

- Sheryl F.

Great group of folks. They are very caring, courteous and extremely knowledgeable. Mr. T. Johnson and his staff worked very hard on my case. I highly recommend this practice and cannot say enough great things. Thank you all so much for taking over and putting my mind at ease.

- Mark W.

Personal Injury

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An injury someone else caused brings medical bills, lost income, and an insurance adjuster whose job is to pay you as little as possible. Johnson, Johnson, Whittle, Lancer & Staggs has represented injured people across Aiken County since 1980 — car and truck crashes, slip and falls, dog bites, and on-the-job injuries. Learn how we handle a personal injury claim in Aiken.

Auto Accidents

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In the weeks after a crash you are managing injuries, a totalled vehicle, and lost wages while an adjuster asks for a recorded statement. Our attorneys handle claims across Aiken County, from rear-end collisions to catastrophic wrecks involving commercial trucks. See what to expect from a car accident claim in Aiken.

Criminal Defense

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A criminal charge in South Carolina reaches past the courtroom — your job, your professional licence, and your record are all on the line. We defend clients in Aiken County Magistrate and General Sessions Court against DUI, drug, assault, theft, and felony charges. Read more about criminal defense in Aiken.

Family Law

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Divorce, custody, and support decisions shape your family for years afterward. Our attorneys handle contested and uncontested divorce, custody and visitation, child support, alimony, and division of marital property in Aiken County Family Court. Learn more about working with a family law attorney in Aiken.

Our Team

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James A. Cunningham

Eric M.
Staggs

Brett H.
Lancer

Todd J.
Johnson

James E.
Whittle, Jr.

Paige Weeks
Johnson

Latest News

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Image is of two people shaking hands beside a gavel, representing an agreement reached in a truck accident settlement.

Truck Accident Settlement in Aiken: What to Expect

Your truck accident settlement depends on the severity of your injuries, your financial losses, available insurance coverage, and the strength of the evidence showing who caused the crash. No fixed settlement formula exists because commercial truck claims often involve more parties and insurance issues than typical car accident cases. Liability may involve the truck driver,

Image is of forensic evidence and laboratory testing materials, showing how testing can affect drug cases in Aiken.

How Lab Testing Impacts Drug Cases in Aiken

A bag of powder is seized during an Aiken drug arrest, and police say it contains an illegal drug. In drug cases in Aiken, laboratory testing can identify the substance and measure its weight, which may influence the charge prosecutors pursue. However, a lab result alone does not prove possession, knowledge, or intent. South Carolina

Image is of a couple discussing divorce paperwork with a professional, representing the process of divorce in Aiken.

What Happens After Filing for Divorce in Aiken?

Your spouse receives the divorce papers, and suddenly the questions about what happens next feel more immediate. After filing for divorce in Aiken, the case moves through service and response, early financial disclosures, temporary requests when needed, unresolved issues, and eventually a final hearing. Filing begins the case, but your marriage ends only when the