Atty. George B. Smythe

George Smythe is a highly experienced partner at the Charleston, South Carolina office of WSHB, specializing in complex commercial litigation. His areas of expertise include premises liability, construction defects, and professional liability. He has a successful track record representing various governmental agencies, including the City of Charleston, Charleston County, and state law enforcement agencies in civil rights cases. George earned his undergraduate degree from Clemson University and his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Upon graduating law school, George gained extensive experience serving as a state prosecutor with the First Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Newsroom Publications •South Carolina Court Reinforces Limits on Indemnity Provisions in Construction Contracts Case Updates, 3.28.25 In the News •South Carolina Court Reinforces Limits on Indemnity Provisions in Construction Contracts