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Justin J. Arenas Partner - Attorney (Bilingual)
Justin was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico and is fluent in Spanish. He left the island to attend college in Washington, D.C. After graduating from The George Washington University with a degree in Environmental Studies, Justin moved to Charleston, South Carolina where he worked for the S.C. Department of Health and Human Services before enrolling at the Charleston School of Law. While in law school, Justin worked for Richardson, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, assisting the firm in natural resource damages (“NRD”) matters including the representation of the State of New Jersey, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands in their assertion of NRD claims. After graduating from law school, Justin began working for the Law Offices of John K. Dema, P.C. (“LOJKD”) where he was Special Counsel to the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico regarding the contamination of public groundwater by methyl tertiary-butyl ether (“MTBE”). Justin was also Special Counsel to the State of New Jersey in NRD lawsuits related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl (“PFAS”) contamination. In addition to litigating NRD, tort, and commercial lease claims with LOJKD, Justin maintained a private practice in Charleston, South Carolina, where he assisted parties in personal injury and criminal defense, representing clients in both federal and state courts. Justin has also volunteered with the South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center on a pro bono basis regarding immigration matters. Justin understands the importance of focusing on every client as if they are his only client. Justin is active in the community and is a member of the Charleston Inshore Anglers, a civic club that helps local families in need. He is an active member of the James L. Petigru American Inn of Court and is also a member of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity in Charleston, South Carolina. In the recent years, Justin moved to Texas branch of David Derrick Law Firm. Where he still maintains his status as partner with the law firm. Specialized in personal injury and civil litigation. Prior to joining the firm, he gained valuable experience working in criminal defence and family law, developing a strong reputation for diligent client advocacy and effective case management. Justin holds a J.D from the university of Texas school of law, and qualifies him to practice in Texas and exercise legal related matters. His dedication to justice and his clients has made him a key member of the firm’s legal team.
Allyson Pittman Shareholder - Attorney
Allyson Pittman was born and raised in the small town of Dillon, right on the South Carolina/North Carolina border. She attended the University of South Carolina and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Management, with a Criminal Justice minor. After graduating magna cum laude from USC, she attended Charleston School of Law. Upon graduating from Charleston School of Law, Allyson took a position working for the Public Defender’s Office for the Fourth Judicial Circuit in South Carolina. There, she represented individuals who had been charged with low level to high level criminal charges. Allyson then left the Public Defender’s Office to go into private practice. She handled cases in the areas of family law, workers’ compensation, personal injury, real estate, civil litigation, and criminal law. In 2020, Allyson joined Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers and strives to use her knowledge and experience gained to help her personal injury clients in her current practice.
Attorney W. Coleman Lawrimore - Partner
Cole Lawrimore was born and raised on his family’s tobacco farm in the rural, Pleasant Hill community of Georgetown County. As the son of a school administrator, Cole’s family moved frequently throughout the State of South Carolina with stops in Georgetown, Mt. Pleasant, Walhalla, and Newberry. Cole graduated from Newberry High School and attended Wofford College on an academic scholarship. In between attending social events, Cole was a Dean’s List student and the Vice Chairman of the Honor Council. After graduating from Wofford with a degree in accounting, Cole attended the Charleston School of Law. During his time there, Cole was a member of the Dean’s List and an award-winning member of the Moot Court Board. Following law school, Cole obtained a coveted judicial clerkship with The Honorable J. Ernest Kinard, Jr. His clerkship opportunity allowed him to participate in a number of jury trials and to see behind the curtain of the justice system. That clerkship experience led Cole to a career in litigation. Cole spent the early portions of his career as a general litigation attorney at a small firm in Newberry, South Carolina. During that time, he tried numerous cases to a verdict in the Circuit, Family, and Magistrates’ Courts. Cole knew that his future would be in civil litigation, so he accepted a position at an established, well-respected defense firm in Charleston, SC. During that time, he devoted roughly 100% of his practice to the defense of corporate insureds and government agencies. Cole’s defense practice honed his deposition, motion, and trial practice to a fine edge. Although Cole admired and adored his partners, he felt a calling to utilize his skills to benefit people rather than insurance companies. That calling led him to Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, where he works diligently to assist injured people in bringing peace and closure to their lives. When he’s not at his desk, Cole spends every moment he can with his wife, Christy, daughter, Parks, and son, Bowman. When Cole can slip away from the house, you will find him on the golf course or in waist-deep water trying to sound like a duck. Attorney W. Coleman Lawrimore has been working with the David Derrick Law Firm's Texas branch since his transfer from the South Carolina office. Since joining the Texas team, he has gained extensive experience in various legal areas, including personal injury, family law, and civil litigation, leveraging his strong litigation skills and deep understanding of state-specific legal practices. His transition has allowed him to bring valuable insights from his previous work while adapting to the unique legal landscape of Texas, contributing significantly to the firm's success in the region.
Attorney AJ Holloway - Partner
AJ Holloway was born and raised in the Myrtle Beach area. He attended Socastee High School where he earned an International Baccalaureate Diploma. He then went on to Clemson University and graduated magna cum laude. After Clemson, he attended the University of South Carolina School of Law where he was a member of the Moot Court Bar and involved in various community service and mentoring groups. AJ has continued to be involved in many community service activities throughout his legal career including participating in the Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge. He began his legal career with the defense firm of Gallivan, White & Boyd in Columbia, SC. After several years of defending large companies, he then pursued his desire to represent plaintiffs rather than companies and joined Richardson, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman’s Columbia office. AJ’s prior experience with a defense firm provides insight into how companies approach lawsuits filed against them. AJ gained experience with these prior firms and is excited to return to Horry County to work on behalf of individuals who have been injured through no fault of their own. His areas of practice include car accidents, catastrophic injuries, and premises liability. In April 2020, AJ was confirmed by the SC Legislature as a Commissioner on the State Ethics Commission for the term of 2020 to 2025. The Ethics Commission conducts investigations in response to complaints filed against members and candidates of the General Assembly as well as those filed against elected and appointed state and local public officials.