Elizabeth Anne Franklin Best
Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer
University of South Carolina
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... Show More
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Very impressed first time I met Elizabeth Best, upon arrival of my first visit she already had my son on the phone going over case. She even took the time to drive and see my son at the facility face to face. I love the case portal to keep...
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February 9th, 2026 12:00 AM
Amy, we believe that truly understanding a case sometimes requires meeting the client face-to-face, even when that means traveling to a facility. Your son’s situation mattered enough to warrant that visit, and we’re glad it made a difference....
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Nothing in the court of law is guaranteed in today’s court systems but if you need a firm that will fight for you and knows the system and the laws then Elizabeth Franklin Best and her team is who you need to hire because she has done things...
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February 9th, 2026 12:00 AM
Jimmy, this review captures exactly what we strive for. Federal cases often feel hopeless—the system is powerful, the rules are complex, and the odds can seem insurmountable. But “no stone unturned” isn’t a slogan for us; it’s how we approach...
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You was my first choice to call and came highly recommended
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February 9th, 2026 12:00 AM
John, being someone’s first call—and living up to the recommendation that got us there—is a responsibility we take seriously. Thank you for your trust.
Her office is very professional and Rebecca was very energetic during our conversation. The consultation went great with my relative and he's in great spirits and looking forward to being home very soon!! Thank you! I will be referring anyone...
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February 9th, 2026 12:00 AM
Thank you for sharing your experience. Federal habeas corpus work is technically demanding and requires careful navigation of procedural rules that can trap the unwary. We’re glad the consultation left your relative in good spirits and with...
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Very professional and experience great
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February 9th, 2026 12:00 AM
Carolyn, thank you. Professionalism and experience are the foundation of everything we do. We appreciate your support.
The name speaks volumes...
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February 9th, 2026 12:00 AM
Michael, responsiveness, quality, professionalism, and value—those four words represent exactly what we aim to deliver in every case. Federal matters are too important for anything less. Thank you for recognizing that in your experience with...
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My name is Paris Avery in 2008 I was convicted of homicide by child abuse and sentenced to 35 years in prison my case ended up in the appellate defense office to be quite honest with I felt so hopeless at that time can you imagine in 2008 year...
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February 4th, 2026 12:00 AM
Paris, your story is one we have never forgotten. In 2008, facing a 35-year sentence with a release date in 2039, hope must have felt impossible. But the work mattered—the briefs, the arguments, the persistence—and the South Carolina Supreme...
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Elizabeth Anne Franklin Best has received a review with 5 star rating from Linda B
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February 4th, 2026 12:00 AM
Linda, thank you for your support. We’re grateful for the five stars.
Elizabeth Went to See My Son in Prison and Met With Me as Well. She is Very Knowledgable and I Would Highly Recommend Her Services.
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February 4th, 2026 12:00 AM
Dr. Desor, we believe that meeting clients and families in person—including at facilities when necessary—provides insight that phone calls and paperwork simply can’t replicate. Understanding the whole picture helps us advocate more effectively....
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Elizabeth and her staff are absolutely the best in the business, I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for help with a conviction.
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February 4th, 2026 12:00 AM
Tyler, “the best in the business,” is high praise, and we’re honored by your confidence. Helping people navigate convictions—whether through appeals, post-conviction relief, or other avenues—requires both legal expertise and genuine care for...
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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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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 CarolinaPhilosophyBachelor of Arts (BA)Jan 1989 -Jan 1993
- University of WyomingPhilosophyMaster of Arts (MA)Jan 1995 -Jan 1997
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Positions
- Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C. - Owner-Principal AttorneyJan 1st, 2019 - Current
- Partner, Blume, Franklin-Best, and Young LLC - Partner AttorneyJan 1st, 2012 - Dec 31st, 2019
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- South Carolina State Bar
- New York State Bar
- Womens White Collar Defense Association
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2019
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- New York - Bar License
- South Carolina - Bar License
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- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
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