Family Law

• Guardianship
  Guardianships — An essential parental responsibility is making sure that children are protected no matter what comes along. I help parents determine what types of instructions they want to give concerning the guardianship of their minor sons and daughters. Once a decision is made, I’ll draft a clear direction to be included with your will.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Carole went to law school at the University of South Carolina School of Law, graduating in 1984. After graduation, she worked for a law firm in Anderson as a plaintiff’s attorney representing individuals from diverse and less fortunate backgrounds in the areas of workers’ compensation, personal injury, family law, and criminal law. In 1988, she was honored to serve a one-year term as a law clerk to the Honorable William M. Catoe, Jr., a U. S. Federal Magistrate Judge. After clerking for Judge Catoe, Carole worked for a law firm in Greenville where she learned business and corporate law. While there, Carole was proud to represent such companies as The Greenville News, Glidden Paint Company, and McDonalds Corporation in various business and contractual disputes. During this time, she has also represented clients on appeals to the U.S. District Court and to the U.S. Court of Appeals.

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Yes, though the workers’ compensation system prevents injury lawsuits against your employer, this bar does not apply if you were hurt at work due to the negligence of a third party. For example, if you are driving a vehicle during the course of your employment and are hit by a careless driver, you can obtain reimbursement for medical costs and lost wages through workers’ compensation and pursue other damages, such as compensation for pain and suffering, in a personal injury action against the negligent motorist.
• Social Security Disability
  Social Security Disability (SSD) exists to help people with serious medical problems meet their financial needs. Located in Greenville, the Dennison Law Firm, P.C. assists South Carolina residents seeking these benefits in a system that is complex and often seems stacked against claimants. My firm explains the relevant eligibility rules, gathers the necessary evidence and the puts for the strongest possible case for disabled individuals during initial filings and appeals.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  The will is often considered the cornerstone of an estate plan. Even if you have no other documents, a valid will can go a long way in communicating your final wishes. And like most estate planning documents, wills can have varying degrees of complexity and detail.In many cases, a simple will is adequate to cover the average person’s needs. The elements of a simple will include...
• Wills
  Although simple wills can be created without the help of a lawyer, it is always a good idea to consult with one. Correcting any mistakes or omissions in your will could prove to be more expensive than the costs of preventing them by hiring a knowledgeable attorney.
• Power of Attorney
  Durable and health care powers of attorney can also be used for the sake of convenience in cases where no physical or mental incapacity has occurred. For instance, a husband acting as durable power of attorney for his wife could sign a legal document on her behalf if she happened to be out of the state or country when the signature was needed.
• Probate
  Carole opened The Dennison Law Firm, P.C. in 1992. Since then, she has practiced in the areas of Workers’ Compensation, Social Security Disability, and Probate law. She has also pursued general civil and business litigation. In 1996, Carole was appointed as the part-time Associate Probate Judge for Anderson County, South Carolina where she served for 17 years, presiding over probate litigation of all varieties, including will contests, guardianships, conservatorships, creditors’ claims, estate and tax disputes, in addition to the proper distribution of estates and accountings. Carole retired from the Anderson County Probate Court in early 2013 to pursue legal representation and practice for individuals in probate courts throughout the state. In 2013, she was certified as a Civil Mediator by the South Carolina Bar. As part of her legal representation of individuals, Carole prepares Last Will and Testaments, powers of attorneys, and health care directives. With her knowledge and understanding of the heartbreaking and avoidable disputes that she presided over as a probate judge, Carole firmly believes that all responsible adults should execute wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives in the best interests and welfare of their families and loved ones.

Finance Law

• Tax Law
  Wills — I walk clients through the drafting process, making an inventory of your assets and minimizing the potential for any ambiguities or disputes. Should a simple will suffice, I’ll make sure you understand the importance of appointing a suitable personal representative and clearly outline how real and personal property should be allocated. When tax issues, complex assets or other factors demand more extensive legal treatment, I’ll ensure that you have a clear perspective on your options. You should also remember that many things can change once a will has been completed. My firm can also help you review and revise a previously created will if necessary.