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AI in the Workplace: What Employers and Employees Should Know
By Frosini Kiaris Artificial Intelligence, or AI, has quickly become one of the biggest topics of conversation. Whether it is recommending a book or restaurant, scaling a recipe, planning a weekly menu, or creating an image, AI has moved from being a concept of futuristic sci-fi movies to an integral part of our everyday lives. […]
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Morton & Gettys again earns top-tier honors in Best Law Firms
For the eighth consecutive year, Morton & Gettys has earned a top honor in Best Law Firms®. The just-released 2027 update of the national directory places Morton & Gettys in Tier 1 for its work in Land Use and Zoning Law in the Rock Hill area. Morton & Gettys also earned Tier 2 honors for […]
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Kiaris joins Morton & Gettys
Morton & Gettys is pleased that University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law graduate Frosini Kiaris has joined the firm as an associate. Her practice includes employment law issues such as litigation, policy consulting, and employment agreements and contracts. As a member of the Morton & Gettys Business & Corporate Law Team, […]
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2 Morton & Gettys attorneys included in latest edition of SC Legal Elite
Elizabeth Smith Owen and Joe’Terrious Neal of Morton & Gettys are honored in the 2026 edition of South Carolina Legal Elite, an annual publication that recognizes distinguished attorneys across the state. Neal was selected for his work in Personal Injury Law – Plaintiff. Owen was included in Family Law. Both were honored in the Upstate […]
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9 Morton & Gettys attorneys included in latest “Best Lawyers”
Nine Morton & Gettys attorneys are highlighted across a dozen practice areas in the latest edition of “Best Lawyers in America®” and its companion piece, “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.” The 2027 update of the national directory is another record showing for Morton & Gettys. The wide-ranging honors reflect the depth and breadth of the […]
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“Do I Need a Trust?” Ways to Avoid Probate in North and South Carolina
As an estate planning attorney, one of the most common questions asked is whether a client “needs” a trust. A trust is a legal agreement allowing you to control how your assets will be managed, protected, and distributed both during your life and after death. There are many different types of trusts, each tailored to […]
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Joe’Terrious Neal named to York County 2026 Ones to Watch list
Congratulations to Morton & Gettys attorney Joe’Terrious Neal, who is in the elite company of 13 up-and-coming leaders selected for the York County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Ones to Watch list. The list honors young professionals from a variety of sectors, including education, public service, banking, and the law. Each was nominated by a peer […]
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Morton & Gettys welcomes JD Bailey as an associate
Morton & Gettys is pleased to welcome back JD Bailey, this time as our newest associate. His practice will focus on commercial real estate, land use and zoning, civil litigation, and corporate law. JD previously worked as a law clerk at our firm, helping draft legal complaints, memos, and closing documents on multi-million-dollar real estate […]
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M&G Celebrates 25 Years
In 2001, Rock Hill natives Jim Morton and John Gettys left their neighboring law firms to open a two-person office in a former coffee shop. Twenty-five years later, Morton & Gettys has grown into the largest law firm in the area. With more than a dozen attorneys, the firm employs a collaborative approach to serve […]
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Myers, Womble, Worrell newest partners at Morton & Gettys
Morton & Gettys is pleased to announce three new partners: Heath Myers, Trent Womble, and Ashley Worrell. All three talented attorneys have worked at the firm for several years, serving clients with dedication and commitment. All three also are licensed in multiple states, broadening the services they are able to offer. “Having worked closely with […]