How much does it cost to hire A. for a criminal defense case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. A. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does A. offer a free consultation?

A. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check A.'s current terms during booking.

How long do criminal defense cases in South Carolina typically take?

Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. A. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can A. take my case if I'm outside Greenville?

A. is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — A. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with A.?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. A. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is A. accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

A.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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A. Lance Crick, Criminal Defense Attorney in Greenville, South Carolina

Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Of CounselatRyan L. Beasley

Greenville, SC

Practicing criminal defense in Greenville since 1999.

27+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
1: Bar admission

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A. Lance Crick is an of counsel based in Greenville, SC. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. A. has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ryan L. Beasley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Greenville, SC
Experience: over 27 years
Known for: Criminal Defense · Drug Crimes · DUI/DWI

Handles Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI matters from Greenville, SC.
Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with CV Notable.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by A. Lance Crick

A. concentrates on criminal defense, drug crimes, dui/dwi, education, and federal crimes. Each area below outlines the kind of case A. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Criminal Defense cases in Greenville, South Carolina

A. takes criminal defense matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.

Drug Crimes cases in Greenville, South Carolina

A. takes drug crimes matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.

DUI/DWI cases in Greenville, South Carolina

A. takes dui/dwi matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.

Education cases in Greenville, South Carolina

A. takes education matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.

Federal Crimes cases in Greenville, South Carolina

A. takes federal crimes matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.

Biography

About A. Lance Crick — Over 27 years of South Carolina criminal defense experience

Lance Crick joins Ryan Beasley Law, serving as Of Counsel to the firm. Prior to joining the firm, Lance spent twenty-one years working in the Department of Justice as federal prosecutor, specifically serving in the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina. During his time with the United States Attorney’s Office, Lance served in a number of capacities to include Assistant United States Attorney, Project Safe Neighborhood Coordinator for South Carolina, Supervisory Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Greenville U.S. Attorney’s Office, Deputy Chief/Criminal Division (Violent Crime), Acting United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina, Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney, First Assistant U.S. Attorney in three consecutive presidential administrations, as well as Counsel to the U.S. Attorney on Strategic Partnerships. Lance brings his vast experience working with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies across the state as well his years in supervising and working with the Administrative, Appellate, Criminal and Civil Divisions of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in South Carolina to the firm’s existing and future client footprint.

As a federal prosecutor, Lance tried a number of federal cases to verdict, working alongside local, state, and federal agents and fellow federal prosecutors to include a federal death penalty trial. Lance also handled numerous guilty pleas and sentencings over more than two decades as a federal prosecutor.

During his career as a federal prosecutor, Lance was recognized with several national and state awards for his dedicated efforts and public service, to include two Honor Awards presented by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) at their headquarters in Washington, DC, U.S. Attorney Awards, and most recently, the SLED (South Carolina Law Enforcement Division) Chief’s Award presented in November 2022.

Lance is a recent past president of the Greenville Bar Association and remains active in the Greenville Bar.

Prior to joining the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Lance served as state prosecutor (Assistant Solicitor) for the 13th Judicial Circuit (Greenville/Pickens). Lance graduated with summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors from Wofford College. Lance obtained his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law.

How A. handles criminal defense matters

The kind of cases A. takes

A. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, drug crimes, and dui/dwi matters in Greenville and the surrounding South Carolina area.

Credentials

A. Lance Crick's legal education and bar admissions

University of South Carolina School of Law J.D.
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Wofford College B.A. summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions

A.'s state bar admissions

South Carolina
1999 · ACTIVE

A. studied at — in University of South Carolina School of Law J.D. and — in Wofford College B.A. summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa.

Law school and academic background

A. completed — in University of South Carolina School of Law J.D. and — in Wofford College B.A. summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice A. runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of A. Lance Crick

A. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

CV Notable

Legal awards and honors

CV Notable.

Locations

A. Lance Crick's office in Greenville

A.'s primary office is at 416 E. North Street, Greenville, SC, 29601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ryan L. Beasley

416 E. North Street

Greenville, SC 29601

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Client feedback

Client reviews of A. Lance Crick — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of A.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Greenville.

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Hiring guide

How to hire A. Lance Crick — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with A. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

A. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; A. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Greenville, South Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for A.

A. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. A. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

A.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about A. Lance Crick

How much does it cost to hire A. for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. A. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does A. offer a free consultation?
A. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check A.'s current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. A. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can A. take my case if I'm outside Greenville?
A. is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — A. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with A.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. A. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is A. accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
A.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

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Areas served

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