Board of Directors

Meredith Lazarski, ACP, SCCP

Hale & Hale , P.A.

1533 Fording Island Rd., Ste. 294

Hilton Head, SC 29926
Phone: 843.837.3000 ext 3
Email: mlazarski@haleandhalelaw.com 

Meredith Lazarski joined Hale & Hale, P.A. in 2002 and has lived in the Hilton Head/Bluffton area since 1992. She became the first South Carolina Certified Paralegal from Beaufort County in 2016. Meredith is a B.A. graduate from the University of South Carolina and holds two advanced paralegal certifications from National Association for Legal Assistants (NALA). She is also a member of the National Association for Legal Assistants, National Association for Legal Support Professionals (NALS) and Legal Staff Professionals of South Carolina, and received Legal Staff Professionals of South Carolina’s Award of Excellence for the year 2017-2018. Meredith provides assistance with real estate transactions and probate administration.

Cassandra Furtick

Furtick Paralegal Solutions

553 Irvin Jumper Street

Gaston, SC 29053

Phone: 803.735.6462

Email: cassandra.furtick@icloud.com

Cassandra is a seasoned paralegal with over 12 years of dedicated experience in the field of personal injury law. Her extensive expertise encompasses a wide array of personal injury cases, from car accidents to complex medical malpractice and catastrophic injury claims. Cassandra's proficiency in legal research, case management, and client relations has been instrumental in securing favorable outcomes for countless clients. Cassandra holds a Certified Trucking Paralegal certification from the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA), demonstrating her specialized knowledge in handling cases involving commercial vehicle accidents. This certification underscores her commitment to staying at the forefront of legal standards and practices in the trucking industry, making her an invaluable asset in cases requiring a nuanced understanding of trucking regulations and litigation strategies. 

Beyond her day-to-day responsibilities, Cassandra is deeply invested in the legal community. She actively contributes to the professional development of her peers by hosting Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars for both state and national organizations. Her CLE sessions are renowned for their comprehensive content and practical insights, covering the latest trends and developments in personal injury law.

Upon graduating from Fortis College, she received her Medical Assistant Certification through AAMA. In her personal life, Cassandra is a wife and a mother to five kids. She enjoys spending time with her family and also enjoys crocheting and making graphgan crochet blankets. Cassandra was born in El Monte, California, but now calls Gaston, South Carolina, her home. She is a graduate of Swansea High School located in Swansea, South Carolina. During her high school times she earned many awards and achievements such as South Carolina All-State Band and Region Band, Honor’s Band, Governor’s All-Star Band, and Marching Band State Championships.

Tara Jean Brown, PP, CLP, SCCP    
Chace Law Limited Company

481 Garlington Road, Ste. A

Greenville, SC 29615

Email: tarajbrown@icloud.com

Stephanie Jones, PP, SCC

Touma Law Firm

1820 Bull Street

Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.240.9798
Email: stephanie.jones@gmail.com

Stephanie Jones has lived in Columbia, South Carolina most of her life. She graduated from Dreher High School with Honors in 2000 and obtained her Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies from Midlands Technical College. She graduated summa cum laude from South University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. She recently passed the NALS Professional Paralegal exam (PP) in 2021 and is now a South Carolina Certified Paralegal (SCCP).

Stephanie has worked in the legal field since 2004, first as a receptionist and then as a paralegal. In her years of paralegal experience, Stephanie has worked on civil litigation, domestic relations, and criminal defense cases. She has been with the Touma Law Group since November 2023.

Stephanie is currently a member of NALS, the national association for legal support professionals. She currently holds a board of directors position with the Legal Staff Professionals of South Carolina, and is the President of the Legal Staff Professionals of the Midlands. Stephanie is dedicated to assisting organizations that provide for those battling addiction. She also advocates for programs that help inmates reintegrate into society. Stephanie lives in the Columbia area with her three daughters and two four-legged friends. She enjoys reading a good book and doing things outdoors with her family. She is always on the hunt for knowledge and finds comfort in learning from books, media, and talking to people from a variety of cultures. 

  Mikki Hancock, PP, SCCP

 Dean Law Firm, LLC

146 Centre St. 

Orangeburg, SC 29115

Phone:  803.534.5091 

Email: mikki@deanlawsc.com

Terri J. Coker, ACP, SCCP

208 Meadow Lane

Easley, SC 29642

Phone:  864.603.7220    

Email: terricoker@yahoo.com

Terri Coker is an Advanced Certified Paralegal (ACP) and South Carolina Certified Paralegal (SCCP) with more than 30 years of experience in the legal field including civil and criminal litigation, title research, data abstraction, deed preparation, probate analysis, discovery and trial preparation, accounting ethics and principals.  Terri is co-owner of Sentinel Title, LLC, established in 2019, which offers real estate research services, litigation support, and paralegal services for attorneys in the Upstate. 

Traci B. Wolfe, PP, CNE, CDE

Burnette Shutt McDaniel, PA

912 Lady Street, Ste. 200

Columbia, South Carolina 29202

Phone:  803.904.7921 

Email: twolfe@burnetteshutt.law  

Traci B. Wolfe, PP, CDE, CNE, is a dedicated legal professional with a passion for community service and nonprofit leadership. Born in Hickory, North Carolina, Traci has been an invaluable member of the Burnette Shutt McDaniel, PA team since 2007.

Traci's educational journey includes earning her Associates of Applied Science in Legal Support and Services (A.A.S.) with Cum Laude honors from Purdue Global in 2016. Her pursuit of professional development led her to obtain the prestigious Certified Development Executive credentials and Certified Nonprofit Executive designation from the National Association of Nonprofit Organizations and Executives (NANOE) in 2019. In the same year, she also achieved recognition as a Professional Paralegal from the National Association of Legal Secretaries (NALS).

In addition to her work within the legal profession, Traci has shown remarkable leadership in professional associations. She served as the President of the Legal Support Professionals of South Carolina (LSPSC) from 2023 to 2024, demonstrating her ability to inspire and guide fellow professionals. Prior to this role, Traci held consecutive terms as President of the Legal Support Professionals of Midlands (LSPM) from 2021 to 2023.

Beyond her professional achievements, Traci's personal journey is marked by resilience and philanthropy. Following the tragic loss of her 18-year-old son in a vehicle collision, Traci, along with her husband Ken and daughter Ashley, founded and operated a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of teen fatalities for 15 years. Their commitment to making a positive impact in their community showcases Traci's unwavering dedication to serving others.

Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Traci was honored as the 2023-2024 Award of Excellence winner by the LSPSC and as the runner-up by NALS. Her commitment to excellence and service is further evidenced by her early legal career start with Cromer & Mabry Law Firm in Columbia in 2009.

Traci Wolfe exemplifies the epitome of professionalism, dedication, and compassion, both in her legal career and her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.