About the Group
The Payne Law Group is focused on providing purposeful legal guidance in the areas of workers’ compensation defense and subrogation. Our experienced and aggressive attorneys work with publicly traded companies, small businesses, insurers and self-insureds located throughout the states of Georgia and South Carolina.
The Group provides advice and recommendations on decisions regarding compensability, risk/benefit analysis and management, cost assessment and containment, and medical provider recommendations and management.
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We at Payne Law Group know that finding the right attorney to represent you is a choice not to be taken lightly. That’s why we offer free consultations to walk you through your needs, the scope of your goals, and your budget.
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Attorneys
Brooke’s practice focuses on workers’ compensation defense, defending claims in both Georgia and South Carolina. Brooke’s extensive knowledge in the area of workers’ compensation and desire to understand each client’s particular needs has enabled her to aggressively defend her clients in the most cost-efficient manner. Brooke is passionate about defending her clients against frivolous and fraudulent claims and has proven her success in this niche. Brooke also assists clients in developing risk management programs to reduce the instances of work-related claims.
In her personal time, Brooke can be found around Charleston enjoying the Lowcountry life with her son. Brooke also enjoys expressing her creative side through interior design and calligraphy projects.
Education
Emory University School of Law, J.D.
University of Florida, B.A.
Admissions Memberships
All Georgia state courts • State Bar of Georgia
Georgia Court of Appeals • State Bar of South Caroliina
Georgia Supreme Court • Georgia Defense Lawyers Association
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia • Charleston County Bar
All South Carolina state courts • South Carolina Defense Trial Attorney Association
South Carolina Court of Appeals • American Bar Association
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Ryan concentrates his workers’ compensation defense practice in the states of South Carolina and Georgia, and has represented his clients’ interests in litigation as well as alternative dispute resolution. Throughout his career, Ryan has also practiced in criminal law, family law, and civil litigation, providing him with a vast array of knowledge and experiences to utilize in representing clients and preparing litigation strategies. He strives to always provide his clients with a view of the big picture, while maintaining a focus on the details.
When Ryan is not serving his clients, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two children. He enjoys exploring the Lowcountry and weekend getaways throughout the Southeast.
Education
Charleston School of Law, J.D.
University of Northern Colorado, B.A
Admissions Memberships
All South Carolina state courts • State Bar of South Caroliina
South Carolina Court of Appeals • State Bar of Georgia
South Carolina Supreme Court • Charleston County Bar
All Georgia state courts • South Carolina Defense Trial Attorney Association
Georgia Court of Appeals • Georgia Defense Lawyers Association
Georgia Supreme Court
Photography credit to Joshua Walker of Kind Light Charleston