Elizabeth Anne Franklin Best

Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer

Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C. - Columbia,SC

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University of South Carolina

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University of South Carolina

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(843) 620-1100

843-883-2007

Columbia, SC

https://federalcriminaldefenseattorney.com/

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ELIZABETH FRANKLIN-BEST IS THE MOST PROFESSIONAL, HONEST ATTORNEY THAT I HAVE EVER MET/SPOKEN TO! SHE IS A FIGHTER AND WILL FIGHT FOR YOU AS HARD AS SHE POSSIBLE CAN! HER RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES....SHE HAS ACCOMPLISHED SO MUCH FOR SO MANY...

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September 9th, 2020 12:00 AM

Awww, thanks Nicole.

Highly recommend scheduling a consult with this firm! I spoke with Attorney Zoukis regarding a disciplinary infraction in the BOP and he provided a detailed layout of how everything works and the best steps moving forward. This level of expertise...

Thank you Elizabeth and Chris your knowledge, courage and communication is exceptional, I pray to God to continue use you for many people freedom, you guy's are the best

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August 17th, 2026 12:00 AM

Thanks, Austin! Your kind words about Elizabeth and Chris mean so much. We are honored to serve and support those who need us.

I called for help about my son’s federal case and set up a consultation quickly so my son was allowed to call in for the consultation. Everything about the case was taken into consideration but then my son got paperwork about a move they were...

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August 17th, 2026 12:00 AM

Your positive experience means a great deal. We're glad the consultation worked well for your son and that everything was considered carefully.

Great details and good information. Was very up front with expectations and what they wanted to do.

I had an excellent experience working with Chris Zoukis and the team at Elizabeth Franklin-Best P.C. From the very beginning, I was impressed by their depth of knowledge, professionalism, and clear understanding of a very complex legal matter....

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July 17th, 2026 12:00 AM

Hi, Rosie. We must have done something right to get such a good rating from you. We really appreciate you taking the time!

It was fulfilling and enforcing

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June 17th, 2026 12:00 AM

Felicia, thank you for placing your trust in our federal criminal defense team. I am pleased to hear that your experience was fulfilling and that we were able to effectively enforce your rights.Navigating the complexities of federal post-conviction...

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Elizabeth Franklin-Best is a dedicated attorney at Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C., serving clients nationwide from Columbia, South Carolina, with a practice focused on criminal appellate law and federal criminal law, including federal habeas and white-collar crime cases. In 2026, she was ranked for Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations in the Chambers USA Guide and named a 2026 Best Lawyer in Appellate Practice by Best Lawyers in America. Earlier, the South Carolina Public Defender Association honored her as the 2010 “Public Defender of the Year” for excellence in appellate advocacy. With a commitment to sound legal counsel, Elizabeth expertly guides her clients through their most challenging legal matters.

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Federal Criminal Defense

White Collar Criminal Defense

White Collar Crimes (Fraud, Embezzlement, Bribery)

Federal Compassionate Release

Federal Direct Appeals

Federal Post-Conviction Relief (2255 Petitions & 2241 Petitions)

Federal Bureau of Prisons Matters

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Education

University of South Carolina

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Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Jan 1989 -Jan 1993

University of Wyoming

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Master of Arts (MA)

Jan 1995 -Jan 1997

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Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C. - Owner-Principal Attorney
Jan 1st, 2019 - Current
Partner, Blume, Franklin-Best, and Young LLC - Partner Attorney
Jan 1st, 2012 - Dec 31st, 2019

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