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Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.

Litigation: General Commercial

USA Guide 2026 : South Carolina


Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.

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Gallivan White Boyd, P.A. (GWB) is first and foremost a team of trial attorneys; as such, they bring extensive litigation and trial experience to the table.

GWBs Team-based structure promotes a collaborative environment that enhances its knowledge base and resources. Each group is led by a partner with extensive experience in the practice area and responsible for marshalling group and firm resources to maximize client service and outcomes. With Teams of attorneys serving all of South Carolina and North Carolina, GWB consistently demonstrates the ability to handle complex litigation for its clients. While its focus—and expertise—continues to be trial work, their scope and capabilities are far more diverse.
    
GWB clients are located across the United States and include well-known publicly traded companies and privately held corporations involved with banking and finance, professional services, design and construction, transportation, manufacturing, and insurance. GWB also represents governmental entities, professional associations and individuals.

GWB strives to maintain its position at the top of the list for many of their long-time clients. By growing and expanding to meet the growing needs of its clients, GWB demands excellence of its work product and service to its clients; seeking feedback through various methods including face-to-face meetings, GWB believes the investment in client communication results in more satisfied clients and a more effective law firm.

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Litigation: General Commercial - South Carolina

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Gallivan, White & Boyd has a highly regarded litigation practice acknowledged for its expertise in insurance, product liability and toxic tort matters. The firm also undertakes disputes involving IP, antitrust and professional negligence issues. It demonstrates expertise in class actions and trade secrets cases. The group acts for an impressive roster of clients in sectors such as healthcare, transportation and construction.

Work Highlights

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  • Gallivan, White & Boyd represents Colgate in all talcum powder litigation in South Carolina.

Strengths

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  • Gallivan, White & Boyd is very thorough, above board and willing to try cases to jury verdict which is a major strength.

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  • Gallivan, White & Boyd possess good communication skills and demonstrate innovative ways to settle cases.

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  • GWB does an excellent job advising us in high risk cases and developing strategies to minimise the risk and exposure.

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  • Gallivan, White & Boyd is extremely competent, detail oriented and on the ball with respect to every single issue in the case.

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  • Gallivan, White & Boyd has worked on our most complex and sophisticated matters and brought them to resolution.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1John T. Lay, Jr.
    Band 1John T. Lay, Jr.

    John T. Lay, Jr.

    John Lay is a highly reputed lawyer who regularly acts for clients in complex litigation relating to economic development incentives, insurance and product liability, as well as defamation claims. He also has considerable experience in handling arbitrations.
    • John was beyond prepared, a stellar orator and cross examiner, tough but also cordial with his colleagues on both sides. I would recommend him to anyone.

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    • John is so well-connected and takes care and time to dig into our business.

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    • John T exhibits all qualities at the highest level. His enthusiasm for serving clients in their times of need is integral to a positive relationship.

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  • Band 3Gray T. Culbreath
    Band 3Gray T. Culbreath

    Gray T. Culbreath

    Gray Culbreath is a well-regarded trial and appellate lawyer who regularly handles complex commercial litigation and class actions on behalf of individual and corporate clients, as well as major insurers.
    • Gray was an excellent and thorough attorney in the cases I worked with him.

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  • Band 4Lindsay A Joyner
    Band 4Lindsay A Joyner

    Lindsay A Joyner

    Lindsay Joyner is an established and well-respected lawyer representing corporate entities in contractual disputes and lender liability cases.

    • I would beyond highly recommend this brilliant and fantastic trial lawyer.

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    • Lindsey is dedicated and committed to success for her clients, and she is willing to learn everything she needs to know to provide effective legal advice.

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    • Lindsay’s level of service is exceptional across the board. Her knowledge of local rules, procedures and judges, along with her competence on legal issues, responsiveness and efficiency exceeds my expectations.

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