Lionel Lofton

Lionel S. Lofton, a native of McClellanville, South Carolina, continues to reside in his hometown. He graduated with a juris doctorate from the University of South Carolina Law School in 1971, gaining admission to the South Carolina Bar immediately thereafter. During his time in law school, he worked as a law clerk at the United States Attorney's Office.

Upon graduation, Mr. Lofton became an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina, a rare achievement directly out of law school. He served in the Criminal Division from 1971 until February 1983. During his tenure, he took a six-month leave to act as legal advisor to former Governor James B. Edwards, receiving The Order of the Palmetto in 1978 for his contributions.

In 1983, after twelve years of federal prosecutorial experience, Mr. Lofton transitioned to private practice in Charleston, South Carolina. His extensive background at the United States Attorney's Office enabled him to establish a practice with both statewide and national reach, focusing on serious criminal defense and personal injury cases.

Mr. Lofton remains deeply connected to the South Carolina lowcountry, residing in the coastal village of McClellanville, near Charleston.