Bess DuRant is a litigator engaged in complex business disputes on both the trial and appellate level. Her practice includes corporate governance issues, shareholder disputes, derivative actions, along with other business torts and contractual disputes. Additionally, Bess focuses on Constitutional issues, Freedom of Information Act matters, and election disputes. Bess has been recognized by the South Carolina Bar for her pro bono work and contributions to the citizens of South Carolina.
What legal services does this lawyer offer?
Appellate Practice
Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions
South Carolina
Admitted in 2009
Awards
Washington & Lee University, Palmetto Chapter Alumni Association
Executive Committee, Past President
Wilson Hall Distinguished Alumna, 2012
South Carolina "Super Lawyer" Rising Stars (2019, 2020)
Columbia Business Monthly Legal Elite of the Midlands- Business Litigation (2020)
America's Top 100 Bet-The-Company Litigators (2020)
Education
University of South Carolina, J.D., cum laude
Graduated 2009
Washington and Lee University, B.A., cum laude, in politics with special attainment in commerce