Greetings and Welcome to the Law Offices of Eric S. Durand!
Eric Durand founded this law firm in order to assist his fellow low country residents with their legal needs. Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Eric relocated to Summerville in 1987 after his father was deployed to the Charleston Navy Base. After graduating from Winthrop University with a B.A. in Political Science Eric attended the Florida Coastal School of Law where he earned a Certificate in International Law, a place in the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor’s Society, and graduated with the Pro Bono Achievement Award.
After law school Eric worked as a Public Defender for Kershaw County in Camden, South Carolina handling all manner of criminal cases including, drug possession, burglary, theft crimes, assault and battery, arson, and sexual abuse.
In the Summer of 2011 Eric moved back to his beloved hometown to hang his shingle and begin the practice of law among the friends, family, and fellow citizens with whom he grew up. He is now practicing law in North Charleston sharing an office with two other Florida Coastal Alums, John and Abigail Duffy. Looking forward, Eric seeks to expand his practice to offer more services to the public at large and his clients individually. In his spare time Eric participates in the Charleston Department of Recreation soccer leagues, participates in community service projects, such as the Habitat For Humanity Wills Clinics, enjoys cooking, reading, and playing guitar.
Education
Winthrop University, B.A.
Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.
Professional Associations
American Bar Association
South Carolina Bar Association
Charleston County Bar Association
Community Associations
Young Lawyer’s Division Wills Committee
Young Lawyer’s Division Courthouse Keys Committee
Florida Coastal Alumni Chapter Vice President