White-Collar Crime NewsFor Third Consecutive Year, Billy Wilkins Named to Greenville’s “Most Influential” List
Greenville  January 6, 2012
The January 2012 edition of Greenville Business magazine names Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins to its list of "50 Most Influential" people in Greenville.
"Lt. Tony Robinson receives Billy Wilkins Award"
The Pickens Sentinel November 22, 2011
The Pickens Sentinel reports on the 2011 Billy Wilkins Award for Excellence in Law Enforcement, which has been awarded to Lt. Tony Robinson of the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office and Investigator Mark Perry of the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office.
"How To Try A Case Without Trying A Judge's Patience"
Law360 November 8, 2011
The legal news website Law360 called on Nexsen Pruet appellate attorney, Kirsten Small, for insight into the fundamental do's and don'ts of a courtroom.
"Edwards attempts to dismiss charges against him"
Raleigh The Today Show November 7, 2011
NBC's The Today Show called on Nexsen Pruet attorney Dan Boyce for legal insight into the latest round of proceedings related to the Federal Government's case against former presidential candidate John Edwards.
William W. “Billy” Wilkins Earns International Compliance and Ethics Award
Greenville September 14, 2011
The Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) honored Wilkins at its 2011 Compliance & Ethics Institute in Las Vegas, NV.
"Crack Offenders May Get Out of Prison Early"
"It's the result of a law that greatly lowers sentencing guidelines for crack cocaine offenses."
Greenville WSPA July 5, 2011
Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins, who served as the first Chair of the United States Sentencing Commission, spoke to WSPA Television about the current commission's decision to make retroactive a law that substantially lowers sentences for crack-related crimes.
"Raleigh attorney Boyce says Edwards indictment 'is a strong, strong case'"
Raleigh June 3, 2011
Following news that former Vice Presidential John Edwards had been indicted on charges of violating federal election law, Raleigh media outlets called on Nexsen Pruet attorney Dan Boyce.
Dan Boyce Shares Legal Insight with NBC's The Today Show and WRAL
Raleigh June 2, 2011
Following news that the case against former Vice Presidential John Edwards will soon be headed to a Federal Grand Jury, media outlets called on Nexsen Pruet attorney Dan Boyce for insight into how such cases are handled.
Not Guilty Verdict in the First Criminal Prosecution Under South Carolina’s Freedom of Information Act
Spartanburg May 2011
An Upstate jury has found four Holly Springs fire commissioners not guilty on charges that they willfully violated the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act. This is the first time in the history of South Carolina that someone has been charged with a crime based on a failure to follow the requirements of FOIA.
Media Reports about Firm's Expansion in Raleigh
Raleigh April 28, 2011
Regional and national media outlets report on Nexsen Pruet's hiring of a Former Chief Justice and verteran Raleigh attorneys.
Former Chief Justice & Veteran Raleigh Attorneys Join Nexsen Pruet
Raleigh April 25, 2011
The hiring of the Honorable I. Beverly Lake (Chief Justice, NC Supreme Court, Retired), G. Eugene “Gene” Boyce, R. Daniel “Dan” Boyce and Robin K. Vinson reinforces the firm’s regional growth strategy and strengthens its litigation practice in the Triangle.
Andrew Mathias Joins Nexsen Pruet; Expanding Billy Wilkins’ Team
Greenville September 29, 2010
He will practice with the Business Litigation Group in the firm’s Greenville office.
Nexsen Pruet Earns 37 First-Tier Rankings From U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
Charleston, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville, Greensboro U.S. News and World Report & Best Lawyers September 15, 2010
Nexsen Pruet is proud to announce the firm has earned thirty-seven first-tier rankings in the inaugural edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings. The firm also earned seven second and third tier rankings.
Fifty-nine Attorneys Selected for Best Lawyers in America®; Five Practice Areas Listed Among Top in the Carolinas
Columbia, Charleston, Charlotte, Greensboro, Greenville, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach August 5, 2010
Nexsen Pruet is proud to announce that 59 of its attorneys have been named to the 2011 edition of Best Lawyers®.
Waring and Wilkins to Receive "Leadership in Law" Awards
Charleston, Greenville South Carolina Lawyers Weekly August 4, 2010
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly will honor Nexsen Pruet attorneys Brad Waring and Billy Wilkins with 2010 "Leadership in Law" awards.
Billy Wilkins Praised for Role in "Greatest Change in the Entire Criminal Justice System"
C-SPAN Washington, DC April 29, 2010
Nexsen Pruet member (partner) Billy Wilkins received high praise during a confirmation hearing at the United State’s Senate.
Billy Wilkins Named to List of "50 Most Influential" People in Greenville
Greenville Business Magazine January 2010
The January 2010 edition of Greenville Business Magazine names Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins to its list of "50 Most Influential" people in Greenville.
"Top 15 stories of the year"
Greenville GSA Business
On December 31, 2009 GSA Business published an article entitled "Top 15 stories of the year." Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins made the list at #12 - "Wilkins represents high-profile cases."
"From bench to bar: Former federal chief judge makes tough transition"
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly November 10, 2009
The November 9th, 2009 edition of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly profiles Billy Wilkins in an article entitled "From bench to bar: Former federal chief judge makes tough transition."
"House gambling definition debated"
Charleston The Post and Courier August 6, 2009
Charleston's The Post and Courier reports on an appeal in a Lowcountry courtroom on Tuesday, August 4th. Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins argued "as lawyers for five Texas Hold 'em players convicted earlier this year in a Mount Pleasant municipal court went to state court, asking that their convictions be set aside."
Media Outlets Report on Attorneys Selected for The Best Lawyers in America®
Anderson Independent Mail, The Dispatch, Midlands Biz August 5, 2009
The Anderson Independent Mail, The Dispatch and Midlands Biz featured news items about Nexsen Pruet attorneys being selected for The Best Lawyers in America®.
Fifty-eight Attorneys Selected for Best Lawyers in America®
Charleston, Charlotte, Columbia, Greensboro, Greenville, Myrtle Beach July 31, 2009
Fifty-eight Nexsen Pruet attorneys will be included in the 2010 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
"Simpsonville man charged in fraud"
The Greenville News / GreenvilleOnline.com April 11, 2009
The Greenville News interviews Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins for article entitled "Simpsonville man charged in fraud."
Former 4th Circuit Chief Judge Shares Secrets with N.C. Department of Justice Attorneys
Raleigh April 2009
William W. “Billy” Wilkins, former Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and former Chair of the United States Sentencing Commission recently spoke to more than 65 attorneys at the North Carolina Department of Justice.
James Galyean Joins Nexsen Pruet’s Business Litigation Group
Greenville March 11, 2009
James D. Galyean has joined Nexsen Pruet’s Business Litigation Practice Group as Special Counsel.
"Hanging up his robes"
Greenville Magazine
The January 2009 edition of Greenville Magazine features a profile of Nexsen Pruet member Billy Wilkins.
"Nexsen Pruet's deal of the year: hiring Billy Wilkins"
Greenville, SC GSA Business December 23, 2008
Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins is featured in an article in the latest edition of GSA Business. The headline of the article reads - "Nexsen Pruet's deal of the year: hiring Billy Wilkins."
"Looking Backward - General counsel acquitted of backdating as next wave of fraud looms"
InsideCounsel December 2, 2008
Billy Wilkins, head of Nexsen Pruet's White-Collar Crime, Appellate Advocacy, and Corporate Compliance/Crisis Management practice groups is quoted in the December 2008 edition of InsideCounsel magazine.
Criminal Fallout from The Financial Crisis
How to Protect Your Organization
White-Collar Crime Fighter / www.wccfighter.com November 25, 2008
White-Collar Crime Fighter editor Peter Goldman interviews Billy Wilkins, head of Nexsen Pruet's White-Collar Crime, Appellate Advocacy, and Corporate Compliance/Crisis Management practice groups.
William “Billy” Wilkins, Former Chief Judge, joins Nexsen Pruet
Noted national judicial figure to head 3 practice groups, including White-Collar Crime
Greenville, SC October 5, 2008
William W. “Billy” Wilkins, Ronald Reagan’s first selection to the federal bench in the nation and the former Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, has joined Nexsen Pruet as a Partner. He will lead the firm’s White-Collar Crime, Appellate Advocacy, and Corporate Compliance/Crisis Management practice groups and actively participate in the firm’s Business Litigation Group. Wilkins will be based in the firm’s Greenville, S.C., office.
Judge Wilkins Retires - WYFF News Reports
Greenville WYFF4.com October 5, 2008
WYFF's Michael Cogdill interviews Judge Wilkins and board chairman Leighton Lord.
"Wilkins retires from court to join law firm" - The Greenville News reports
www.greenvilleonline.com October 5, 2008
"Wilkins retires from court to join law firm"
The Greenville News reporter Dan Hoover interviews Judge Wilkins and board chairman Leighton Lord.
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