Quick Info
| Profession | Attorney, politician |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 23/01/1949 |
| Age | 77 years |
| Birthplace | South Carolina, USA |
Latest News about Dick Harpootlian
01/05/2025
Dick Harpootlian was appointed as a defense attorney for Alex Murdaugh in the ongoing legal proceedings related to the Murdaugh family murders. His involvement brought significant media attention due to his prior role as a prominent South Carolina prosecutor and state senator.
15/03/2025
Harpootlian published a new edition of his book 'Dig Me a Grave', which details the life and crimes of serial killer Donald Henry Gaskins. The book has been praised for its thorough research and firsthand accounts from Gaskins' time in prison.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Richard A. Harpootlian |
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| Also Known As | Dick Harpootlian |
| Known For | Served as a South Carolina state senator, solicitor for the Fifth Judicial Circuit of South Carolina, and chair of the South Carolina Democratic Party |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Clemson University |
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| Degree | B.A. |
| Law School | University of South Carolina School of Law |
| Law Degree | J.D. |
Personal Life
| Spouse | Jamie Lindler |
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| Children | Katherine |
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Career
| Political Career |
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| Legal Career |
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Social Media
| https://www.facebook.com/DickHarpootlianSC/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Co-authored a book on serial killer Donald Henry Gaskins | |
| 2. Ran unsuccessfully for re-election in the 2024 Democratic primary | |
| 3. Served as a defense attorney for Alex Murdaugh in his high-profile murder trial | |
| 4. Of Armenian descent; his grandparents immigrated to the United States after fleeing Harput in present-day Turkey during the Armenian genocide |