Foster Law Firm, LLC, opened its doors in 1955 with a single mission: to help residents of Greenville and throughout South Carolina obtain the funds they need to support themselves when they suffer a disabling injury or illness. We have stayed true to this goal ever since. Over the past six decades, our attorneys have developed core competencies in personal injury law, workers' compensation law and Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) insurance law. We understand the hardships — both physical and financial — that disabled and injured individuals face. And we understand how to navigate the legal system to pursue the compensation they require for medical bills, lost wages and related concerns.

As a young lawyer, Michael spent several years working for two of Atlanta’s premier insurance defense firms. He represented locally and nationally-known trucking companies, automobile insurers, and premises liability insurers in defense of lawsuits filed by accident victims. When Mike made a career move to the plaintiff’s side, his tenure in the large law firm environment and representation of prominent insurance companies provided Mike the experience necessary to obtain hundreds of favorable settlements and verdicts for his personal injury clients. After a decade of practicing law in Atlanta, Michael and his wife Bren decided it was time to move back to Bren’s hometown of Greenville, SC so they could help accident victims in the Upstate area and be a part of a beautiful, growing city. Michael’s experience in Atlanta’s fast-paced environment gives him a big advantage, as he has seen every type of injury and fact pattern and knows how to maximize the value of every case. His verdicts and settlements confirm his ability to get the most out of your personal injury case. Michael Melonakos was born in Monroe, Michigan and graduated from Michigan State University, where he majored in finance and international business and was the president of his fraternity. After graduation, Mike headed down to the University of Georgia for law school, and he’s been in the South ever since. While at UGA Law, Mike served as a notes editor for the Journal of Intellectual Property, was a teacher’s assistant to first-year law students in Contracts, and co-founded the Business Law Society. He credits his work ethic and compassion for our clients to his father and grandparents. When not working for his personal injury clients, Michael volunteers for the Greenville Bar Association. He regularly volunteers at his children’s schools and attends St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. The Melonakos Law Firm is a proud sponsor of St. George’s annual Greek Festival here in Greenville, South Carolina. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, and playing golf.

Chris is an attorney and entrepreneur dedicated to serving injured victims. Along with serving our clients, his core mission is to build a great law firm where the team constantly develops and grows. Chris is a lifelong learner with a passion for understanding business and people. Chris’s daily motivation comes from helping others grow and become their best selves. In every aspect of his life, Chris brings a strong drive, a learner’s heart, and an unwavering dedication to achieving his personal and professional goals. Chris is a lawyer and entrepreneur. He’s the founder of Armada Law, as well as Seven Summits Law. An entrepreneur who has built and scaled businesses for the last 15 years, Chris has built Armada into a people-first, process-driven firm that delivers real results. Over the last few years, Armada has won over $9 million for clients. Under his leadership, the firm has grown rapidly while maintaining an unwavering focus on client experience, team development, and operational excellence. He also serves as the host of the Cut the Anchor Podcast, where he interviews forward-thinking leaders in the legal industry, spotlighting what’s working, what’s changing, and how to break free from outdated models to build a better practice and a better life. Chris is passionate about giving back, both personally and professionally. Armada Law regularly sponsors local organizations and community events, including the Greenville Swamp Rabbits hockey team, Habitat for Humanity, and other local charities. Chris is an advocate for mentorship and frequently supports young professionals and aspiring attorneys. He also volunteers his time supporting causes that strengthen families and improve access to justice for underserved communities. A native of Georgia who has been calling Greenville, South Carolina home for the last ten years, Chris is a family man who holds a deep love for his wife, Courtney, and their four young sons. When he’s not with Courtney and his sons or working on the business, you’ll find him exercising, traveling, or deep in a book on leadership, psychology, or business. He meditates regularly, collects fountain pens, journals with care, and can’t say no to a great chocolate chip cookie.

Attorney Andrew C. Barr’s practice areas include personal injury, workers’ compensation, and product liability. Andrew graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law and has been practicing law since 1989. He has represented persons in all courts including family court, circuit court, magistrates court, property damage arbitration, mediation, federal court, the SC Court of Appeals and the SC Supreme Court. Andrew has been practicing law since 1989, when he received his J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Andrew has a wife and four kids. He is an avid LSU fan and the entire family enjoys traveling to different sporting events. He and his wife enjoy traveling and spending time on the Florida coast. Andrew was an ardent golfer until his passions turned towards fishing and hunting.