Appellate 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.
Legal Publication Recognizes Five Nexsen Pruet Attorneys
Benchmark Litigation November 16, 2011
Five attorneys have been recognized by Benchmark Litigation.
"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.
Nexsen Pruet Earns Most First Tier Rankings in South Carolina and Charleston
November 1, 2011
Nexsen Pruet is proud to announce its results in the annual U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings. With 47, Nexsen Pruet has the most first-tier rankings in South Carolina. And with 13, Nexsen Pruet has the most first-tier rankings in Charleston.
"From Duct Tape to Electronic Tapes: Inside the Watergate, and How We Found the Truth"
Raleigh September 30, 2011
Nexsen Pruet attorney Gene Boyce talks about his role as Assistant Chief Counsel of the Watergate Committee.
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.
62 Attorneys Named to the 2012 Edition of Best Lawyers®
August 31, 2011
Nexsen Pruet is proud to announce that 62 of its attorneys have been named to the 2012 edition of Best Lawyers®.
Billy Wilkins interviewed for article about appellate law practices
Raleigh August 23, 2011
Raleigh's Triangle Business Journal interviewed Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins for an article about appellate law practices in the region.
"SBI Crime Lab making progress, acting director says"
Raleigh WRAL August 22, 2011
Nexsen Pruet attorney and former Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, I. Beverly Lake, talked to Raleigh's WRAL TV about efforts to improve the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation's crime laboratory.
"TV shows, junkyards and gambling are all part of her appellate work"
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly May 2, 2011
The April 29th, 2011 edition of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly features a Q&A article with Nexsen Pruet appellate attorney Kirsten Small.
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.
Media Reports about "Flip this House" Case
April 18, 2011
On April 11th, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a $4 million jury verdict in favor of Richard Davis, creator of the television series “Flip this House.” Following the court's affirmation, media outlets across the country reported on it.
Court Upholds $4 Million Verdict for South Carolina Man in "Flip this House" Case
Richmond, VA April 11, 2011
Today the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a jury verdict in favor of Richard Davis, creator of the television series “Flip this House.” Billy Wilkins, head of Nexsen Pruet’s Appellate Advocacy Group, and Kirsten Small represented Davis on appeal before the 4th Circuit.
Attorneys Recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers®
Charlotte, Greensboro January 24, 2011
Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that nine attorneys from the firm’s Greensboro and Charlotte offices have been named to the 2011 list of North Carolina Super Lawyers®. Two attorneys are named as North Carolina “Rising Stars.”
"Homebuyers who profited and sued anyway get second chance"
Paul Tharpe South Carolina Lawyers Weekly December 9, 2010
Nexsen Pruet attorney Kirsten Small tells South Carolina Lawyers Weekly that a lawsuit is about "the principle of not knowing what they were getting when they bought the house because of the disclosures."
Billy Wilkins Argues Texas Hold'em Case before SC Supreme Court
WYFF, The State (The Associated Press), WFAE October 21, 2010
On Tuesday October 18th, Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins argued before the South Carolina Supreme Court on behalf of Texas Hold'em players convicted of illegal gaming.
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.
Anne Rosen Joins Charleston Office; Expands Business Litigation Group
Charleston September 20, 2010
Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that Anne Ross Rosen has joined the firm as an associate.
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.
"Money has dried up for civil appointments -- and no relief in sight"
Fred Horlbeck South Carolina Lawyers Weekly July 26, 2010
Nexsen Pruet's Brad Waring tells Lawyers Weekly that the South Carolina Bar is determined to restore funding for civil appointments.
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.
Burl Williams Joins Nexsen Pruet’s Litigation Group
Columbia April 27, 2010
Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that Burl F. Williams has joined its Business Litigation Group as an Associate.
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.
"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."
Thomas S. Tisdale Invited to Become Fellow in Litigation Counsel of America
Charleston October 13, 2009
Thomas S. Tisdale, a Member (partner) in Nexsen Pruet’s Charleston office, has been invited to become a Fellow in the prestigious Litigation Counsel of America.
"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®.
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.
"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."
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.
"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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