Atty. Ryan F. McCarty

Atty. Ryan F. McCarty

McCarty graduated from The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2001. While at The Citadel, he was a member of the training Cadre and played rugby all four years.

Spartanburg Spartanburg 20 yrs experience 20 year
Call (864) 435-9688 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Ryan F. McCarty at a glance

Ryan F. McCarty is an Attorney based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, practicing at KD Trial Lawyers. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and drug crimes. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2006). Educated at University of Dayton School of Law (J.D., 2005) and The Citadel (B.A. Political, 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Spartanburg County Bar Association. Serands clients in Spartanburg, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • McCarty graduated from The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2001
  • While at The Citadel, he was a member of the training Cadre and played rugby all four years
  • McCarty was recognized on the Dean's List, Commandant's List and President's List for both academic and military achievement
  • Following his graduation from The Citadel, Ryan attended law school at the University of Dayton and graduated in 2005
  • After his graduation, McCarty and his wife moved to the Greer area, where he began working as an Assistant Solicitor under then Solicitor Trey Gowdy in the Seventh Circuit Solicitor's Office
  • During his six years tenure as an Assistant Solicitor, Ryan handled hundreds of cases, including DUI
  • forgery
  • burglary
  • larceny
  • financial transaction card fraud and theft
  • drug trafficking, distribution and possession
  • assault
  • and battery and murder
  • During McCarty's last year at the Solicitor's Office, he was promoted to the level of Supervisor and handled the prosecution of drug-related offenses in Spartanburg County
  • McCarty worked at another firm in Spartanburg for several years before joining Harrison, White, Smith & Coggins, maintaining a wide variety of cases in his practice
  • He regularly represents clients in civil and criminal court, along with representing clients in the Probate Court and Family Court

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan F. McCarty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan F. McCarty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

Ryan F. McCarty is one of 29,977 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in South Carolina →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Ryan F. McCarty is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in South Carolina →

Wills

Ryan F. McCarty is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in South Carolina →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ryan F. McCarty is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in South Carolina →

Drug Crimes

Ryan F. McCarty is one of 6,966 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in South Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Spartanburg 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.

Looking for additional South Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Spartanburg or all attorneys in South Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ryan F. McCarty

Where is Ryan F. McCarty's law office located?
Ryan F. McCarty's law practice is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The firm is KD Trial Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan F. McCarty handle?
Ryan F. McCarty focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, drug crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Ryan F. McCarty practiced law?
Ryan F. McCarty has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Ryan F. McCarty go to law school?
Ryan F. McCarty earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Political, 2001).
How can I contact Ryan F. McCarty for a consultation?
You can contact Ryan F. McCarty directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ryan F. McCarty received?
Ryan F. McCarty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton School of Law
- 2005
B.A. Political
The Citadel
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2006

Reviews

4.5
11 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.