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Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C. Serving clients nationwide from South Carolina in all U.S. Federal Circuit Courts. Elizabeth Franklin-Best P.C.

Elizabeth Franklin-Best, P.C., is a federal criminal defense law firm specializing in federal appeals, sentencing advocacy, compassionate release, and prison consulting. is a nationally recognized federal criminal defense law firm dedicated to advocating for clients in complex federal cases. Led by experienced attorney Elizabeth Franklin-Best and federal prison expert Christopher Zoukis, we provide strategic representation on matters such as sentencing, appeals, 2255 petitions, compassionate release petitions, prison designation, disciplinary defense, and opportunities for early release from federal prison. Our team combines deep legal expertise with compassionate client service, ensuring each case receives personalized attention and effective advocacy at every stage of the federal criminal justice process.

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us and the kind words they share about their experience. Thank you for...
10/14/2026

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us and the kind words they share about their experience. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.

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Her team went through the plea agreement, the sentencing transcript, the Presentence Investigation Report calculations, the appellate opinion, and prior counsel’s file. She found a sentence computation issue nobody had flagged, and she caught that one avenue we’d been pursuing on our own had actually closed months earlier because of a deadline we didn’t know existed, which saved us from putting more time and money into a dead end. She was kind about it, but she was also clear that two ideas we came in with weren’t going to work, and she explained exactly why. I was grateful for that.

What I appreciated most is that she didn’t talk us into filing something just to file it. She told us what was genuinely there and what wasn’t, and she gave us a realistic plan going forward.

For a family trying to figure out whether a § 2255 motion, a sentence reduction, or compassionate release is even on the table, that kind of honest, detailed case review is worth every penny.

The detail work really is the whole thing in federal post-conviction cases. That’s what we paid for, and that’s exactly what we got. I’d recommend this firm without hesitation

What happens when a judge makes a mistake at sentencing?A sentencing error can affect how a federal sentence is calculat...
10/13/2026

What happens when a judge makes a mistake at sentencing?

A sentencing error can affect how a federal sentence is calculated or imposed. But not every disagreement with a judge’s decision amounts to a legal error.

Swipe through to learn about potential sentencing errors, how they may affect a sentence, and when an appeal or other form of relief may be available.

The Federal Sentencing Guidelines are changing November 1. What does that mean if you’re facing a federal sentence?Swipe...
10/02/2026

The Federal Sentencing Guidelines are changing November 1. What does that mean if you’re facing a federal sentence?

Swipe through for a breakdown of what’s changing and what it could mean for your case.

09/29/2026

A conviction or sentence does not always mean the end of the road.

An appeal can raise important questions about what happened at trial, how the law was applied, or whether the sentence was properly imposed.

But timing matters, and so does knowing what issues can actually be raised on appeal.

Here are 5 signs it may be time to take a closer look at your case.

09/24/2026

South Carolina doesn’t currently have a general sentence reduction process. But that could change. If you think South Carolina should have more options for reducing lengthy sentences, contact your state legislators and let them know.

You can watch the full video on YouTube, the link is in bio ⬆️

Another review that reminds us why we do this work. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you for trusting us with your case.
09/17/2026

Another review that reminds us why we do this work. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you for trusting us with your case.

09/15/2026

Federal sentencing can be complicated, but the basic framework matters. This reel breaks down how the federal sentencing process works, including the Guidelines, offense level, criminal history, and the factors a judge considers when imposing a sentence.

If you’ve heard of a § 2255 motion but aren’t quite sure what it means, this is a quick breakdown of what it is and how ...
09/10/2026

If you’ve heard of a § 2255 motion but aren’t quite sure what it means, this is a quick breakdown of what it is and how it differs from an appeal.

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09/07/2026

Labor Day gives us a chance to recognize the people whose work keeps our communities, businesses, and families going every day. We’re grateful for the dedication, effort, and contributions of workers across the country.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and well-deserved Labor Day.

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us. Hearing that our work made a difference is one of the most meaning...
09/04/2026

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us. Hearing that our work made a difference is one of the most meaningful parts of what we do.

Thank you to our client for taking the time to share this review.

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Columbia, SC
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