With 24 years of trial experience, including nearly a decade as a Prosecutor, Bert von Herrmann possesses unique knowledge of the legal system which has contributed to his numerous courtroom successes in the areas of criminal defense and civil litigation.
He is licensed to represent clients in all South Carolina courts, including the South Carolina Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court of South Carolina.
Whether a misdemeanor or felony charge, personal injury or workers’ compensation claim, Bert von Herrmann provides aggressive representation both in and out of the courtroom.
Mr. von Herrmann is also certified in alternative dispute resolution and has successfully represented countless clients in mediation and arbitration, achieving less litigious or contentious outcomes where possible.
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law (State and Federal)
- Civil Litigation
- Auto Accidents
- Civil Court Mediations
- Personal Injury
Bar Admission
- South Carolina, 1998
- U.S. District Court District of South Carolina, 2008
Professional Associations and Memberships
- South Carolina Bar Association, 1998-Present
- Horry County Bar Association, 2001-Present
- South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- South Carolina Association for Justice
Past Employment Positions
- The von Herrmann Law Firm established in 2008 continuously
- 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office, First Assistant Solicitor, 1999-2008
- Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable John Breeden, 1998-1999
Education
- University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, SC
- 1998 Juris Doctor – With Honors: Order of the Barrister, American Jurisprudence Award
- University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
- 1994 Masters in Education,Columbia, SC
- University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
- 1991 Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
- University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
Pro Bono Activities
- Horry County Sheriff’s Association
- Will Andrew Memorial Foundation
- Colin’s Kids
- Conway Medical Center Foundation
