Roberts Vaux, Criminal Defense Attorney in Bluffton, South Carolina

Roberts concentrates on criminal defense, estate planning, hoa, personal injury, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Roberts handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Estate Planning

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• Personal Injury

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• Zoning

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Roberts's primary office is at 1251 May River Rd., Bluffton, SC, 29910. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Roberts 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Roberts for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Roberts offer a free consultation?

  Roberts charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roberts's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Roberts'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. Roberts gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Roberts take my case if I'm outside Bluffton?

  Roberts 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 — Roberts 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 Roberts?

  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. Roberts will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Roberts accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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