Atty. James M. Morton
Jim Morton, one of the founders of Morton & Gettys has been practicing criminal law in South Carolina for over 30 years. His work as a public defender, prosecutor and defense attorney has given him a variety of experiences and a vast legal perspective.Jim has defended clients in cases that have drawn national attention, and he has handled death penalty cases.
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James M. Morton is a Partner based in Rock Hill, South Carolina, practicing at Morton & Gettys. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in South Carolina U.S. District Court, South Carolina (1985). Educated at University of South Carolina (Bachelor, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of S, C Bar, and US District Court, District of South Carolina. Serands clients in Rock Hill, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jim Morton, one of the founders of Morton & Gettys has been practicing criminal law in South Carolina for over 30 years
- His work as a public defender, prosecutor and defense attorney has given him a variety of experiences and a vast legal perspective.Jim has defended clients in cases that have drawn national attention, and he has handled death penalty cases
- He has handled a wide range of unique and complicated trials, including death penalty cases, cold cases, DNA evidence, false confessions and hypnosis
- Many of his cases have drawn national attention
- His practice also includes misdemeanor and felony drunk driving charges and other crimes
- Jim has an extensive personal injury practice as well, including wrongful death suits and workers’ compensation cases.He has served the community as well through positions on statewide boards of directors and advisory councils
- He is a University of South Carolina School of Law mentor
- He has served on the York County Free Medical Clinic Advisory Board, American Civil Liberties Union of SC Board, York County Public Defenders Board and in other leadership positions for community organizations
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Why local counsel matters in South Carolina
Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rock Hill are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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