Your Neighbors.
Your Advocates.
Rooted in the Lowcountry.
Stello Gates Legal Group is a family and criminal defense law firm owned and operated in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
Who We Are
Trusted Counsel for Life’s Most Difficult Moments.
When your future, your family, or your freedom is on the line, you deserve attorneys who are responsive, strategic, and genuinely invested in your outcome.
At Stello Gates Legal Group, we represent clients throughout the Lowcountry in Family Law, Criminal Defense, and related legal matters with a practical, personalized approach. Whether you are navigating a divorce, custody dispute, criminal charge, or other major legal challenge, our goal is simple: protect your interests and help you move forward with confidence.
Experienced. Accessible. Results-Driven.
Our Practice Areas
We provide comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas, delivering expert counsel tailored to your specific needs.
Family Law
Divorce, custody, adoption, and family legal matters handled with care and expertise.
Criminal Defense
Aggressive defense for criminal charges with a proven track record of success.
Family Court Mediation
Family court mediation offers a private, structured setting for resolving disputes outside of the courtroom.
Meet The Attorneys
Meet the experienced attorneys who founded Stello Gates Legal Group and continue to lead our firm with vision, expertise, and dedication.
Michael Stello
Founding Senior Partner
Education: Charleston School of Law, J.D.
Specialties: Family Law, Family Law Mediation, Criminal Law, Business Formation, and Estate Planning
Emily Gates
Founding Managing Partner
Education: University of Tampa
Specialties: Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Guardian ad Litem
Why Choose Stello Gates?
Legal Representation Built on Trust.
Legal issues are personal. Choosing the right attorney should be too.
At Stello Gates Legal Group, we believe clients deserve more than case numbers and generic advice. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options clearly, and build a strategy tailored to your goals.
We are proud to serve individuals and families across Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties with compassionate counsel and strong courtroom advocacy.
Ready to Get Started?
Don't wait to protect your rights. Contact us today for a consultation and let our experienced team guide you through your legal challenges.