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James W. Bannister
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James W. Bannister

4.9
27 reviews

24 Cleveland St, Suite 100, P.O. Box 10007, Greenville, SC 29601

Litigation, Criminal Law, Drugs and Narcotics and 20 more

About James W. Bannister

Criminal Trial Advocacy Certification, National Board of Trial Advocacy. Listed: Best Lawyers in America, Non-white Collar & White Collar Criminal Law, 2008, 2009. Appointed, South Carolina Supreme Court to the South Carolina Criminal Rules Task Force. Best & Brightest Under 35, Greenville Magazine. Recipient, Young Lawyer of the Year for South Carolina, American Board of Trial Advocates, 2004. Member, Board of Stewards, Buncombe St. United Methodist Church. Civil Service Commission, 2000-2004. Law Clerk to the Honorable Henry M. Herlong, Jr., U.S. District Court. Order of Barristers. Phi Eta Sigma; Phi Beta Kappa; Moot Court Team.

 

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
August 14, 2025
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Mr. Bannister and staff was very professional, compassionate, and caring. I am very impressed with how they worked the case and kept me informed. I highly recommend Mr. James Bannister to anyone in need of legal services.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
February 23, 2018
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When your case is important as it should be in any matter you should certainly consider at least a consultation with James Bannister before making any decisions. James and his team were always there, clearly communicating & guiding. It can be expensive but money means nothing without freedom. His guidance and suggestions have lead to a most amazing outcome and I could not thank him more for his help in what I would consider likely the strangest most difficult case in some time.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
August 08, 2017
Hired Attorney

James Bannister is fantastic and I would certainly recommend him to anyone in need of a great lawyer! Solves problems fast and efficiently, and above all a great person.

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Areas of Law

  • Litigation
  • Criminal Law 10
    • Parole and Probation
    • Misdemeanors
    • Juvenile Law
    • Homicide
    • Drug Crimes
    • DUI/DWI
    • Felonies
    • Sex Crimes
    • Theft
    • Traffic Violations
  • RICO
  • Business Law 1
    • Business Litigation
  • White Collar Crime
  • Other 8
    • Drugs and Narcotics
    • Internet Crimes
    • Criminal Taxation
    • Criminal Tax Audits
    • Investment investigations
    • Tax Fraud
    • Tax Evasion
    • Fraud and Deceit

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, LLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Johnson v. Collins Entertainment Co., 204 F.3d 573 (2000)
    Johnson v. Collins Entertainment Co., 199 F.3d 710 (1999)
    Kirkl
    v. Chastain, 105 F.3d 647 (1997)
    Hamby v. U.S., 538 F.2d 324 (1976)
    United States v. Massingale, 500 F.2d 1224 (1974)
    Ex parte Strom, Opinion 25213, 539 S.E.2d 699 (2000)
    Lee v. South Carolina Dep't of Natural Resources, 530 S.E.2d 112 (2000)
    Johnson v. Collins Entertainment Co., 508 S.E.2d 575 (1998)
    Abba Equip. Inc.v. Thomason, 517 S.E.2d 235 (1999)
    Ex parte Strom, Opinion 2954, 514 S.E.2d 599 (1998).
  • Additional Links
    https://bannisterandwyatt.com/attorney/james-bannister/ https://bannisterandwyatt.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1995, South Carolina
    Memberships
    South Carolina Bar (Member, Criminal Law Section, 2007—)
    Federal Bar Association
    O'Neal Inn of Court
    Greenville Young Lawyers Association
    National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    South Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
    Greenville Chamber of Commerce (Board of Regents, 1999-2000)
    National Board of Trial Advocacy.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of South Carolina
    Class of 1995
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of South Carolina
    Class of 1992
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    National Board of Trial Advocacy - Criminal Trial Law, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1969
    Greenville, South Carolina, December 21, 1969

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Managing Partner at Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, LLC
4.9
27 reviews

24 Cleveland St, Suite 100P.O. Box 10007Greenville, SC 29601U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
  • Sunday By appointment

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    Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, LLC was established in 1985.

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