Our Office
Charleston's Historic Lining House - Home to South Carolina Bond Attorneys, Howell Linkous & Nettles
We are privileged to practice law from the historic Dr. John Lining House, which is located in the heart of Charleston’s historic, legal, and business districts. Our firm’s address is 106 Broad Street, the northwest corner of the intersection of King Street and Broad Street. Our office is located one block from the United States District Courthouse for the District of South Carolina, one block from the Charleston County Courthouse, and one block from Charleston’s City Hall. The Lining House has a rich history that dates to the earliest days of the Carolina Colony, and which includes a King's Grant as part of the original city plan for Charles Town. Later, in the 1750's, the house was the home and law office of John Rattray, making this the oldest law office in the South.
The Lining House retains many of its original features including five working fireplaces with massive hearths and, in most rooms, wide plank, hand-planed cypress wainscoting. In the mid-twentieth century, world-renowned landscape architect Umberto Innocenti (d. 1968) designed the rear courtyard garden, which the firm hopes to return to its original design. The Lining House is a perfect match for our firm's culture, similar in nature to that of our local government, community-based and Native American tribal clients. When clients visit us in the Lining House, they will see that we are mindful of tradition and history, and unlike many large firms housed in offices of chrome and frosted glass, Howell Linkous & Nettles has roots in Charleston and is an integral part of the local community.
The following information, given in the historic font of the Lining House's period (Caslon Book), begins the story of the remarkable Dr. John Lining House:
Hotels
John Rutledge House Inn
Located just three doors down Broad Street from the office of Howell Linkous & Nettles, at 116 Broad Street, the John Rutledge House Inn is a AAA-rated Four Diamond Historic Inn located in the historic home of South Carolina Governor John Rutledge, one of the signers of the U.S. Constitution. Designated a National Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior, the John Rutledge House Inn, constructed in 1763 during the height of Charleston's colonial splendour, offers 19 guest rooms within a three building complex. For more information about the John Rutledge House Inn, see www.johnrutledgehouseinn.com.
The Governor's House Inn
Located across Broad Street from the office of Howell Linkous & Nettles, the Governor’s House Inn is a U.S. National Landmark in the historic home of Edward Rutledge, the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence and who later served as Governor and United States Senator from South Carolina. The Governor’s House Inn, constructed circa 1760 during the height of Charleston's colonial splendour, offers 11 guest rooms, including crystal chandeliers, four-poster beds, marble baths, and nine fire places. For more information about the Governor's House Inn, see www.governorshouse.com.
Mills House Hotel
Located two blocks from the office of Howell Linkous & Nettles at 115 Meeting Street, the Mills House Hotel is the reconstruction of a hotel originally built in 1850s at the height of the ante bellum period. The Mills House Hotel offers 214 guest rooms (including 19 suites) with the charm of an historic hotel paired with the conveniences of a modern luxury hotel. Breakfast, dinner, supper, and cocktails are available in the Barbadoes Room located in the hotel. For more information about the Mills House Hotel see www.millshouse.com.
Francis Marion Hotel
Located only blocks away from the office of Howell Linkous & Nettles at 387 King Street, the Francis Marion Hotel was the largest and grandest hotel in the Carolinas when it opened in 1924. Undergoing extensive renovation and modernisation in 1996, the Francis Marion Hotel provides all the traditional services expected from a grand hotel, as well as the Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar. For more information about the Francis Marion Hotel, see www.francismarionhotel.com.
Transportation
Charleston Black Cab
The ultimate mode of transportation in the narrow streets of the historic district of Charleston, as well as to and from the Charleston Airport, Charleston Black Cab operates the largest fleet of authentic London Black Cabs in North America, along with three sprinter vans (nine passengers) and a luxurious 31 passenger minicoach. Each Black Cab seats five adults, and provides door-to-door service throughout the Charleston area. For more information or reservations ring 843.216.2627; email concierge@charlestonblackcabcompany.com or see www.charlestonblackcabcompany.com.
Charleston Rickshaw
On a nice day, there is no better way to get across town and see a bit of history than in one of Charleston’s open-air rickshaws. Most of Charleston’s hotels, restaurants, and sites can be reached this way in minutes. They seat two. From 10:00 am until 2:00 am, seven days a week. 843.723.5685.
