Stephanie Leonard Yarbrough*

Stephanie Leonard Yarbrough practices in the areas of economic development, financial services, corporate law and government representation at the local and state levels.

Ms. Yarbrough was a member of the team responsible for procuring incentives for The Boeing Company. 

• On Jan. 27th, 2010 Senators Glenn McConnell, Paul Campbell and Larry Grooms thanked her for working tirelessly on the Boeing deal.  Watch the video here.
  
• The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce also honored Ms. Yarbrough (along with Senators McConnell, Leatherman, Grooms, Campbell, and Speaker of the House Bobby Harrell) for their "leadership and commitment in advancing the economy of South Carolina by working tirelessly to negotiate the incentive package that resulted in the Boeing 787 Expansion Aircraft Assembly plant in North Charleston resulting in the single largest capital investment in South Carolina history." 

Ms. Yarbrough also served as a member of the team representing MeadWestvaco Corporation’s Community Development and Land Management Group and the Rockefeller Group in securing incentives for a new distribution center in Berkeley County.

Additionally, Stephanie Leonard Yarbrough was a member of the Nexsen Pruet team that played an integral role in securing matching funds totaling $53 million that resulted in Clemson University being awarded a $45 million grant for the off-shore wind turbine test facility at the Restoration Institute site in North Charleston.

Ms. Yarbrough previously served as the Director of Economic Development for the City of Charleston.  In that capacity, Stephanie created and implemented programs directed at job creation and retention through specific efforts in business finance, marketing, small business development, business retention and expansion, technology transfer and real estate development.

Her work at the City also included managing the City’s Green initiatives, as well as overseeing the City of Charleston’s women and minority business recruitment programs.

Before her position with the City of Charleston, Ms. Yarbrough worked in the corporate and securities practice group of an AmLaw 100 firm.  She advised public and private companies regarding compliance with federal securities laws, complex financings, and mergers and acquisitions.  She also advised clients on all phases of buying and selling businesses, including mergers ranging in size from several hundred thousand dollars to several hundred million dollars.

*Registered Lobbyist

• Listed in Best Lawyers® for Economic Development Law
• Charleston Business Journal - 40 Under 40 list for 2011
• Appointed by City of Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. to Chair a City of Charleston Committee tasked to raise money for the Central Asia Institute ("CAI") - a charity which constructs schools and helps educate impoverished girls in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
• Former Director of Economic Development for the City of Charleston
• Former Staff member of a former United States Senator who was then Chair of the Armed Services Committee
• Appointed by the Mayor of Charleston to the Selection Committee for the Calhoun Street-East/Cooper River Waterfront Master Plan
• Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
• South Carolina Economic Developer's Association, Legislative Committee
• Honored by and recognized at the White House by a former President of the United States for activism in South Carolina encouraging greater involvement in the political process among young voters

• 62 Attorneys Named to the 2012 Edition of Best Lawyers®
  Nexsen Pruet is proud to announce that 62 of its attorneys have been named to the 2012 edition of Best Lawyers®.
• (Video)"Boeing opens new North Charleston assembly plant"
  At the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Boeing plant in North Charleston on June 10th, South Carolina Senate President Pro Tempore Glenn McConnell told the audience "It was just a few short years ago when we met at Nexsen Pruet and looked at the concept with the officials from Boeing. Look what this State has achieved as a team."
• (Video) Bullwinkel and Yarbrough - 2011 "Forty Under 40" Winners
  Watch a video showcasing George Bullwinkel and Stephanie Yarbrough, two winners of this years Forty Under 40 Award.
• Bullwinkel and Yarbrough Recognized by Charleston Regional Business Journal
  Nexsen Pruet attorneys George Bullwinkel and Stephanie Yarbrough are among those honored at The Charleston Regional Business Journal’s “Forty under 40” event.
• Bullwinkel and Yarbrough named to "Forty Under 40" List
  Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that attorneys George Bullwinkel and Stephanie Yarbrough have been named to the Charleston Regional Business Journal’s “Forty under 40” list for 2011.
• "Charleston Chamber establishes 2011 legislative priorities"
  A December 23rd article from the Charleston Regional Business Journal details areas of focus for the new year.
• "Charleston chamber hires lobbyist"
  "The chamber has retained Nexsen Pruet LLC to represent it during the General Assembly session beginning in January."
• "Office a link to Italy in East Cooper; MSC home to new satellite of Italy-America Chamber"
  Nexsen Pruet is proud to have become the first member of the South Carolina chapter of the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce.
• Nexsen Pruet Named One of the “Best Companies in the Midlands For Working Moms”
  Nexsen Pruet is the only law firm recognized by the program.
• "Taking Off"
  Charleston Magazine's 35th Anniversary Edition features an article entitled “Taking Off” which looks at the economic development impact Boeing is having on South Carolina's Lowcountry. Nexsen Pruet's Stephanie Eames spoke to the publication about how the Boeing deal came together.
• "Thank You Stephanie Eames"
  On Jan. 27th, 2010 state Senators thanked Nexsen Pruet attorney Stephanie Eames for her work on the deal that is bringing Boeing to South Carolina.
• Attorneys Honored for Work on Boeing Deal
  The Charleston Metro Chamber recognized Nexsen Pruet attorneys Stephanie Eames and Ric Tapp at the annual Legislative Reception.
• Boeing's Test Flight of the 787 Dreamliner
  Boeing's test flight of the 787 Dreamliner on December 15, 2009
• Stephanie Eames Graduates from the Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
  Nexsen Pruet attorney Stephanie Eames has graduated from the Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative at Furman University.
• Nexsen Pruet Attorneys Work “Behind the Scenes” On Another Big Deal for South Carolina
  Nexsen Pruet attorneys have once again played a key role in a major economic development deal in South Carolina.
• "Boeing groundbreaking in North Charleston"
  The November 21st - December 4th edition of "News from the South Carolina Department of Commerce" features a video of the recent Boeing groundbreaking in North Charleston.
• Groundbreaking Ceremony for Boeing's New Facility
  Political and business leaders from across the Carolinas and beyond attended a grounbreaking ceremony for Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner facility.
• "For a moment, Boeing brought accord in Columbia"
  The November 9th edition of GSA Business features an article entitled "For a moment, Boeing brought accord in Columbia." Nexsen Pruet board chairman spoke to reporter Mike Fitts about how "South Carolina’s power structure can function well."
• Media Reports on 1st Boeing Contract
  The S.C. Department of Commerce has announced the design-to-build contract for the new Boeing in North Charleston.
• "Bringing Boeing to S.C. - THE ART OF THE DEAL"
  The Charleston Post and Courier references Nexsen Pruet's role in the Boeing deal in an article entitled "Bringing Boeing to S.C. - THE ART OF THE DEAL."
• “Former federal judge played pivotal role in landing Boeing”
  The Greenville News reports on Billy Wilkins role in the Boeing deal in an article entitled "Former federal judge played pivotal role in landing Boeing."
• "Sanford signs incentive legislation into law"
  State leaders thank Ric Tapp and Nexsen Pruet attorneys for working to negotiate the Boeing incentives package that was approved by the South Carolina legislature.
• "Boeing move could spread across state"
  Billy Wilkins tells The Greenville News how Nexsen Pruet's Economic Development team worked to convince Boeing to come to South Carolina.
• "Boeing reps talk big benefits in South Carolina"
  WMBF News interviews Nexsen Pruet board chairman Leighton Lord about Boeing's potential impact on South Carolina.
• Nexsen Pruet Plays Key Role in Deal to Bring Boeing to South Carolina
  Nexsen Pruet attorneys played a key role in helping aircraft maker Boeing land new jobs in South Carolina.
• Stephanie Yarbrough to Participate in Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
  Stephanie Yarbrough, a special counsel with Nexsen Pruet’s Banking & Finance Group in Charleston, has been invited to participate in the fall class of the Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative at Furman University.
• Nexsen Pruet: Only Law Firm Listed for North and South Carolina in "Trade Allies" Directory
  The new edition of Southern Business & Development magazine features the "1st Annual Trade Allies Directory." Nexsen Pruet is the only law firm listed in both North and South Carolina.
• Former Charleston Economic Development Director Joins Nexsen Pruet

• "South Carolina’s Job Search: A Look at Business Incentive Programs"
• Bluffton-Hardeeville Business Council Quarterly Luncheon
• ULI South Carolina's 4th Annual Statewide Meeting
• Boeing Supplier Incentives Briefing and Reception
• Nexsen Pruet's 2nd Annual Economic Developer's School