ELIZABETH FRANKLIN-BEST

I’m the owner and founder of Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C., a boutique law firm that focuses exclusively on federal criminal defense, state and federal direct appeals, federal post-conviction, and habeas proceedings. I started my firm in July 2019 because I wanted to create a new kind of firm—one that embodies the highest level of professionalism and aggressive advocacy for my clients. We purposefully keep our office’s caseload small so that we can give every case the attention it needs and deserves, and we select clients who we know we can help. Our office is committed to discretely handling your private affairs with care, and we value and appreciate the opportunity to work with those who have been targeted by the government.

Admissions and Memberships

Bar Association Memberships

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Co-Vice Chair of the Amicus Committee for the Fourth Circuit

Federal Bar Association

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

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In 2008, I was convicted of homicide by child abuse and sentenced to 35 years in prison. My case ended up in the appellate defense office. I felt so hopeless at that time. It was only 2008, and my release date wasn’t until 2039.

Mrs. Best kept in constant contact with me through letters and was very encouraging when I spoke with her on the phone while in prison at Camille Griffin Graham in South Carolina…

I have been free since 2013. If it wasn’t for her and her hard work there’s no way I would be out of prison right now. The Court finally reversed my conviction in 2013…

I repeat the supreme Court let me go!!!! I thank God for her if you’re looking for someone that’s truly going to fight for you, I would highly recommend Mrs. Best you will not be disappointed if you don’t believe this, please look my name up I’m in the wrongfully convicted database.

God used her to help me, and I am forever grateful! Mrs. Best, thank you!!!!! You will be forever in my heart I’ll never forget you!

Paris Avery

Our track record in the United States Federal Court of Appeals

speaks for itself

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Shealey Law Firm

I can't recommend Besty highly enough! She is the go-to appellate lawyer in the State of South Carolina and whenever I can refer her a client I will because I know they will be in trusted hands.

Tameisha Thomas

I would like to say that so far this has been the best interaction with an attorney’s office. The communication is seamless and there is always someone available to answer questions when they arise.

leah Klecko

Elizabeth Franklin-Best has a passion for her work, knowledge of the law, compassion for her clients, she listens, and has effective writing skills! She is reasonably priced and she truly fights for you!!

John Brannon

When I hired Elizabeth Franklin-Best I received the best experience I've ever had with an attorney. Her genuineness, professionalism ,and legal expertise is unrivaled.

Jimmy Crowe

Nothing in the court of law is guaranteed in today’s court systems but if you need a firm that will fight for you and knows the system and the laws then Elizabeth Franklin Best and her team is who you need to hire.

Gaddafi Odutola

Her office is very professional and Rebecca was very energetic during our conversation. The consultation went great with my relative and he's in great spirits and looking forward to being home very soon!!

Heaven Sent

When I hired Elizabeth Franklin-Best I received the best experience I've ever had with an attorney. Her genuineness, professionalism ,and legal expertise is unrivaled. She and her team showed a genuine concern with our case and