Stephen F. Krzyston

Partner, Attorney

1717 Marion St
Columbia, SC 29201

Attorney Stephen F. Krzyston

Bar Admission: South Carolina

Steve Krzyston is a Partner and Attorney at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, an award-winning personal injury and workers’ compensation firm in South Carolina that has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for victims of car accidents, truck accidents, on-the-job injuries, wrongful death, and other accident cases throughout the state.

Steve joined Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC in 2019 and since then has achieved numerous awards and accolades – a testament to his hard work and dedication to his clients. Steve was recently named a Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorney in South Carolina by The National Trial Lawyers, Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for three years in a row, and more. Steve is also a lifelong member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a membership limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million verdicts and settlements for their clients.

Growing up, Steve was greatly inspired by his father, a heart doctor. Watching his dad care for the community and form connections with patients ultimately led Steve to the practice of law. Today, Steve takes great pride in getting to help people and make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Prior to joining Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, Steve worked at the Richland County Public Defender’s office where he focused on criminal defense cases. Upon joining C&T, he continued to grow his criminal defense practice, and eventually decided to put his experience and reputation of being an aggressive and capable lawyer to work fighting for people who have been injured. Today, Steve provides representation in select criminal cases, but primarily focuses his practice on personal injury and civil rights matters.

“The best part of being an attorney is sitting down with a client, understanding their unique situation, and untangling the complexities of their case. No two cases are the same, and each requires a tailored approach to find the best path forward. When we meet clients, they’re often facing one of the worst days of their lives, whether it’s a life-altering injury, a legal battle, or an uncertain future. Being able to provide clarity and a plan for them to regain their confidence and independence is what brings me the most satisfaction.”

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Steve is originally from Orangeburg, South Carolina. He attended the Trinity-Pawling School for Boys in Pawling, New York, then went to the College of Charleston for his undergraduate studies ultimately earning his J.D. from the Charleston School of Law. Steve is an active member of the South Carolina Bar, Richland County Bar Association, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, South Carolina Association for Justice, and an Associate Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America.

Steve resides in Columbia, South Carolina with his wife, Meredith, and their three kids. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, and fishing. He is also an avid fan of Gamecock Football and Basketball programs.

Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC | Client Focused. Results Driven.

“I joined this firm for the same reasons our clients choose us. When you work with people who truly understand and care about their community, you get better results. Unlike detached law firms that see clients as just another case file, we take the time to build relationships and fight for the best possible outcomes.”

Notable Case Results

$1,500,000

Negligent Security

$700,000

DUI Car Accident

$750,000

Drunk Driving Accident

$1,000,000

Civil Rights

$5,000,000

Tractor Trailer Accident

$675,000

Car Accident

Reviews

Stephen Krzyston was truly amazing to work with! Integrity, responsiveness, and professionalism are just a few of the qualities he has along with getting the results we’d hoped for! That is a winning combination!!(…)

– Rhonda M.

Outstanding legal services. Eric and Steve are excellent legal professionals and have greatly assisted me after a semi-truck ran into me, in stopped traffic on I-26. Travena, Eric’s paralegal has also been very helpful(…)

– George D.

They know how to make a long and seemingly stressful situation feel seamless and easy. Cannot thank Steve and the rest of the staff here enough for their quick responses, hard work, and ultimately getting us the results we wanted(…)

– Anderson R.

Steve was awesome! Got the job done would highly recommend to anyone needing a good attorney!

– Barnett F.

I was very pleased with the thorough and timely work done by Eric Cavanaugh and Steve Krzyston for me.

– Marcia F.

Steve Krzyston and Duncan Hickman from Cavanaugh & Thickens were amazing. The professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication are unmatched. Great people get great results, which is exactly what these two gentlemen did(…)

– Chris S.

Mr. Stephen Krzyston is an awesome attorney very well mannered, honest and easy to talk with, I highly recommend him for you attorney needs.

– Lisa M.

Awards and Accolades

The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40, Civil Plaintiff Attorney – 2025 & 2023
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch – 2022-2024
Legal Elite of the Midlands, Personal Injury Plaintiff