Press Releases

Charleston - April 15, 2025.  Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is proud to announce that partner Paige C. Ornduff has been elected President of the James L. Petrigru Inn of Court in Charleston for 2025. Paige is a litigation attorney in the firm’s Charleston, South Carolina office, focusing on design and construction litigation, tort and personal injury defense, and commercial transportation. She represents general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in both commercial and residential construction disputes. In her personal injury defense practice, Paige works with insurers, self-insured corporations, and third-party risk managers on complex litigation involving tort liability, risk management, and...

Charlotte, N.C. – March 4, 2025 – Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is pleased to announce that partner Christopher “Chris” M. Kelly has been selected for inclusion in the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC). Chris is the partner in charge of GWB’s Charlotte, North Carolina office and is a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. His practice focuses on complex litigation, including commercial transportation law, business and commercial litigation, personal injury, product liability, insurance law, professional negligence, construction defects, and appellate representation. Chris has defended large contract disputes, catastrophic injury and death cases, and significant transportation matters,...

Greenville, S.C. – March 18, 2025 – Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is pleased to announce that partner Casey P. Gonyea has been named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s 2025 “Influential Women of Law.” This recognition honors women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, business acumen, commitment to mentoring, community involvement, and a significant impact on the legal profession in the Carolinas. Casey is a workers’ compensation defense attorney in GWB’s Greenville office, representing employers, insurance carriers, self-insured corporations, third-party administrators, and claims servicing agencies. She handles all aspects of job-related injury claims, from investigations and compensability...

Charleston, S.C. – February 20, 2025 – Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is proud to announce that partner John “Jay” Jones has been named as a 2025 Power Player on South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s 2025 Personal Injury Law Power List. To be recognized as a “Power Player,” an attorney is evaluated based on a variety of criteria, including leadership within their field, comprehensive knowledge of relevant case law, statutes and regulations, as well as a proven record of success in cases and/or transactions. Candidates must be respected by their peers, demonstrate leadership within the legal community, and have a history of active bar involvement. The honorees represent many of the top attorneys in the state,...

Columbia, S.C. – February 5, 2025 – Gallivan White & Boyd is proud to announce Gray T. Culbreath will serve as the President of the Southeastern American Board of Trial Advocates (SEABOTA) until the end of 2025. SEABOTA is a regional chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) made up of 13 chapters from across the Southeast. It promotes ABOTA’s goal of preserving the Seventh Amendment, enhancing the honor of the legal profession and civility in the practice of law. Gray T. Culbreath represents corporations, individuals and insurers in trials and appeals. For over 30 years, he has handled complex trials and appeals in federal and state courts across South Carolina. His career has taken him from...

Columbia, S.C. – February 4, 2025 – Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is pleased to announce that partner Shelley S. Montague has been selected for inclusion in the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel (FDCC). The Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel is an invitation-only organization comprised of vetted and proven attorneys practicing civil defense litigation, as well as corporate and insurance counsel. Known for its dedication to legal excellence, the FDCC fosters professionalism, encourages knowledge sharing, and works toward a balanced and equitable justice system for both the present and future generations. The membership process is highly selective, extending invitations to attorneys who have...

Greenville, S.C. – January 21, 2025 – Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is proud to announce that its CEO, Billy McGee, has been named to Greenville Business Magazine’s 50 Most Influential List of 2024. Following staff research and community nominations, chosen individuals are considered the most influential leaders, pioneers, innovators, artists, and advocates for change in South Carolina. The group includes leaders from across South Carolina. Billy McGee serves as the CEO and partner in the firm’s Greenville, South Carolina office. With over 30 years of experience, his practice focuses on business and commercial litigation, products liability, toxic and mass torts, drug and medical device litigation, trucking, and...

Charleston, S.C. – January 8, 2025 - Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) is proud to announce that partner John “Jay” Jones has been invited to join the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals. The National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN) is America's premier professional organization for experienced mediators and arbitrators working in civil and commercial conflict resolution. Membership in the NADN is by invitation-only, based on peer nominations and data gathered from AAJ (Plaintiff Bar) and DRI (Defense Bar) affiliated firms to help identify the most highly regarded mediators in each state. NADN members are distinguished by their commitment to excellence in dispute resolution and enjoy exemplary...

Greenville, S.C. – November 7, 2024 – Gallivan White Boyd has been listed in Best Lawyers® 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm was recognized regionally in twenty-one practice areas, including thirteen First-Tier Rankings. Firms included in the 2025 Best Law Firms list are recognized for professional excellence which are based on ratings from clients and peers. Launched in 2010, Best Law Firms applies a comprehensive, industry-focused peer evaluation process. Earning a tiered ranking in Best Law Firms highlights a firm’s exceptional quality in law practice and extensive legal acumen. Recognized firms are awarded one of three tiers, with rankings given at both national and metro levels. Gallivan...

Greenville, S.C. - October 8, 2024 - Gallivan White Boyd is proud to announce that five of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Benchmark Litigation. Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to America’s leading litigation firms and attorneys. Rankings are based on extensive interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists and their clients, as well as analysis of the market’s most important cases and firm developments. The Litigation Stars designation for each state recognizes attorneys who are consistently recommended by clients and peers as reputable and effective litigators. Gallivan White Boyd is honored to announce its Litigation Stars:

• Gray T. Culbreath
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