Collins & Lacy and Lewis Blain Joins Forces: A Perfect Combination of Values, Vision, and Momentum

COLUMBIA, SC — Collins & Lacy, P.C. is proud to announce that, effective April 21, 2025, it has joined forces with Lewis Blain. With offices in Columbia and Charleston, Lewis Blain is a boutique litigation firm known for its excellence in retail and hospitality defense, complex civil litigation, and mediation. Going forward, the combined firm will operate as Collins & Lacy.
This combination brings together two firms with shared values, high standards, and a deep commitment to client service. At the heart of this union is respect and admiration.

“We’ve been admirers of Regina Lewis for years. She’s a trailblazer, a fierce and gifted advocate, a tremendous mediator, and one of the finest people in our profession,” stated Collins & Lacy President & Chief Executive Officer Christian Stegmaier. “Regina embodies excellence—equal parts intellect, skill, and heart.”

Stegmaier continues: “Robert Blain is a super-capable trial lawyer who brings immense courtroom skill, unshakable steadiness, and a team-first mentality that perfectly fits our culture. Regina and Robert and their team of extremely capable lawyers have built something special, and we’re honored to now build with them.”

“Today marks a significant step forward for our firm as we proudly announce the joining of Lewis Blain and Collins & Lacy. Both of our firms share a commitment to integrity, excellence, and client-centered service,” stated Regina Lewis. “Together, we will enhance our capabilities and expand our reach, ensuring that we continue to deliver unparalleled legal solutions that align with our core values. We are enthusiastic about the opportunities our unified firm presents for our clients and our teams.”

“At Lewis Blain, we’ve built our reputation by working as hard for our clients as they work for their own businesses — with the same focus, dedication, and drive,” says Robert Blain. “Joining Collins & Lacy allows us to carry forward those values while expanding the depth and resources we bring to every case. We’re excited for this next chapter and proud to be part of a firm that shares our commitment to excellence.”

These two firms speak the same language: precision, urgency, ownership, and pride in defending their clients. This is a natural fit. Both firms believe in working hard, investing in people, and doing things the right way. They treat each case and each client with focus, care, and concern.

With this combination, Collins & Lacy continues to build the largest dedicated retail and hospitality practice group in South Carolina with offices in Columbia and Charleston. In addition, the firm has geometrically expanded its capabilities in transportation, construction defect, and professional liability defense.

This move reflects Collins & Lacy’s broader commitment to building a powerhouse rooted in the values that have defined our firm from the beginning: high performance, unshakable integrity, and a deep belief in our people. Says Stegmaier, “Our ‘Team of Teams’ model continues to prove that a high-trust, high-autonomy environment attracts top-flight talent and delivers remarkable client service.”

As one united firm, Collins & Lacy is not just growing—it’s rising to meet the future. Together, these professionals are building a firm that is a dynamic, values-driven force for good in the legal profession and the clients it serves.