About Us

Recognized as a top lawyer in Greenville, South Carolina, James W. Bannister, a partner with Bannister & Wyatt, has extensive knowledge and experience with criminal law. Mr. Bannister was named Young Lawyer of the Year by the American Board of Trial Advocates and served as the president of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He has achieved Board Certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy and is listed in Best Lawyers in America for Non-white Collar and White Collar Criminal Law. Mr. Bannister specializes in cases that involve:

• Federal and State Criminal Drug Laws (Trafficking, Suppression Issues, Illegal Stops, Probable Cause Hearings, Conspiracy, Distribution, Possession)
• Murder/Assault Charges
• Death Penalty
• DUI
• Burglary
• Criminal Sexual Conduct
• Criminal Domestic Violence
• Magistrate Court Misdemeanors

Mr. Bannister wants to hear your story and help you understand the legal process. He is dedicated to representing your rights.

Born in Greenville, Mr. Bannister returned to the area after graduating from the University of South Carolina’s School of Law. As a local resident, he knows your community, the legal system and the best ways to help you.

Danny W. Hyatt is the Criminal Defense Investigator and Licensed Private Investigator for Bannister & Wyatt. Mr. Hyatt has an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice, and is licensed as a Private Investigator by SLED. He is also a member of the South Carolina Association of Legal Investigators.

He has extensive experience as an investigator, having been involved in a variety of criminal trials. He specializes in the following areas:

• locating and interviewing witnesses
• investigating/researching facts
• gathering information
• keeping clients informed of progress

Mr. Hyatt is dedicated to assisting you throughout the process, and his top priority is the success of your case.