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James M. Morton
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James M. Morton

4.8
11 reviews

113 E. Main St., Suite 201, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Assault, Child Abuse and Neglect, Assault and Battery and 36 more

About 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. 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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Areas of Law

  • Assault
  • Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Criminal Law 11
    • DUI/DWI
    • Federal Criminal Law
    • Felonies
    • Homicide
    • Misdemeanors
    • Parole and Probation
    • Sex Crimes
    • Theft
    • Traffic Violations
    • Weapons Charges
    • Drug Crimes
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Wrongful Death
  • Other 23
    • Assault and Battery
    • Burglary
    • Capital Offenses
    • Criminal Conspiracy
    • Criminal Fraud
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Forgery
    • Hit and Run
    • Manslaughter
    • Money Laundering
    • Murder
    • Search and Seizure
    • Sexual Assault
    • Shoplifting
    • Stalking
    • Vehicular Homicide
    • Wire Fraud
    • Drug Forfeiture
    • Drug Trafficking
    • Drugs and Narcotics
    • False Arrest
    • Accidents
    • Bodily Injury

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Accepted Credit Cards
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Morton & Gettys
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Holmes v. South Carolina 547 U.S. 319State v. Cope 385 S.C 274.
  • Pro Bono Services

    Jim Morton is a strong supporter of pro bono and volunteer efforts and has contributed to and handled many cases for indigent clients in his 27yrs of criminal practice.

  • Additional Links
    http://mortongettys.com/attorneys/james-m-morton/ https://mortongettys.com/attorneys/james-m-morton/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1985, South Carolina
    U.S. District Court, South Carolina
    Memberships
    S.C Bar.
    US District Court, District of South Carolina
  • Education & Certifications
    Other Education
    University of South Carolina
    Class of 1976
    Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
    Bachelor of Arts

    University of South Carolina School of Law
    Juris Doctor

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Partner at Morton & Gettys
4.8
11 reviews

113 E. Main St., Suite 201Rock Hill, SC 29730U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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    James M. Morton was admitted in 1985 to the State of South Carolina.
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    Morton & Gettys has 20 attorneys at this location.
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    Morton & Gettys was established in 2001.

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