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South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appoints Cindy S. Crick as the new 13th Circuit Solicitor for Greenville and Pickens Counties.
Greenville, South Carolina — South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Cindy S. Crick as the new 13th Circuit Solicitor for Greenville and Pickens Counties. The announcement was made on June 6, 2025, with Crick stepping into her new role immediately.
Cindy Crick succeeds Walter Wilkins, who resigned after serving as solicitor for over 14 years. Wilkins announced his retirement on May 29, effective the same day he appointed Crick, to pursue a law practice with his father. Following his departure, Crick will assume responsibilities until a new solicitor is elected and qualifies as per legal requirements.
Crick, a native of Greenville, is well-prepared for her new position, having graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2002. Her legal career began in the same year, as she worked as an Assistant Solicitor in the Seventh Circuit from August 2002 to January 2011. In addition to her experience in the solicitor’s office, Crick served as Chief of Staff for former U.S. Representative Trey Gowdy for eight years.
Since June 2020, Crick has operated her own law firm, Cindy Crick Law, located on East North Street in Greenville. Crick’s extensive legal background and community involvement uniquely position her to lead the 13th Circuit Solicitor’s Office.
In her new role, Crick has emphasized her commitment to ethical conduct, transparency, and integrity. She aims to establish the 13th Circuit Solicitor’s Office as a benchmark for the fair administration of justice across the state. Crick holds a bachelor’s degree from Hollins College in addition to her law degree, further complementing her extensive qualifications.
The role of the solicitor involves overseeing the prosecution of criminal cases within the circuit, ensuring justice is served while advocating for victims and community safety. Solicitors significantly impact the local judicial landscape and work closely with law enforcement agencies, making their leadership essential in fostering trust and integrity within the community.
Cindy Crick’s appointment marks a notable transition in the 13th Circuit, as she brings both experience and a fresh perspective to the challenges facing the office. Her predecessors, including the long-serving Walter Wilkins, have shaped the solicitors’ responsibilities, addressing crime and legal challenges in the region. As Crick takes on her new duties, stakeholders in both Greenville and Pickens Counties are watching closely to see how her leadership will influence the office’s operations and relationship with the community.
The 13th Circuit covers a diverse population and a wide array of legal issues, making the solicitor’s role critically important to ensuring public safety and justice. With Crick at the helm, the community looks forward to her vision for progress and reform in the solicitor’s office.
As South Carolina continues to evolve, the appointment of Cindy S. Crick reflects the state’s commitment to leadership in the legal domain, reinforcing the importance of skilled and dedicated individuals in positions of power within the judicial system.
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