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John Gettys honored in inaugural edition of “Best of York County”
A long-time leader at our law firm and in the community, our co-founder John Gettys is leading the way again. He has earned honors in the first-ever edition of “Best of York County.” His selection came after Post and Courier readers cast more than 30,000 votes. It honors his work as an estate planning attorney. […]
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Legal Resolutions for South Carolina Small Businesses in 2026
By Melissa G. Cassell The end of 2025 is approaching fast, and a new year is just around the corner. For South Carolina small business owners, this is the perfect time to reflect, regroup, and plan ahead. Beyond financial goals and marketing strategies, consider setting a few legal resolutions to protect and strengthen your business […]
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Bev Carroll again earns Employment Law Power List status
Once again, Morton & Gettys attorney Bev Carroll has been named to SC Lawyers Weekly Employment Law Power List. The exclusive list honors only around a dozen attorneys statewide. Bev has been included in the annual publication every year since its inception. SC Lawyers Weekly selects its Power List attorneys based on community and professional […]
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Eight from Morton & Gettys included in 2026 edition of Best Lawyers
The new, just-released Best Lawyers in America guide includes a record showing for Morton & Gettys, with eight attorneys earning honors in the 2026 edition of the national directory and its companion piece, Best Lawyers: One to Watch. Most of the recognized attorneys were listed in more than one practice area. Many of the honors […]
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Navigating summer custody with care
Summer break brings the promise of freedom, adventure, and memorable time with family. For South Carolina parents who share custody, the extended school break can also introduce challenges that require thoughtful planning and, sometimes, legal support. As South Carolina family law attorneys, we encourage parents to approach summer custody with clear communication, flexibility, and a […]
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Bev Carroll again named to Super Lawyers list
ROCK HILL, SC – For the sixth consecutive year, Morton & Gettys attorney Bev Carroll has earned honors on the South Carolina Super Lawyers list. A nationwide guide that uses indicators of professional achievement and peer recognition to create a directory of top attorneys across more than 70 practice areas, Super Lawyers is again listing […]
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Elizabeth Smith Owen earns certification as SC Family Court Mediator
ROCK HILL, SC – Congratulations to Morton & Gettys partner Elizabeth Smith Owen, who now is certified as a South Carolina Family Court Mediator. An experienced attorney whose practice includes all aspects of family law, including divorce, child support and custody, spousal support and division of property, Elizabeth long has guided clients through the mediation […]
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Businesses shouldn’t try to handle SCDES investigations on their own
By Daniel J. Ballou Attorney at Law If you own a business in South Carolina, chances are you have had some encounter with what used to be called the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC). As of July 1, 2024, SCDHEC ceased to exist, and was replaced by two separate agencies, the […]
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Morton & Gettys again earns Tier 1 honors in Best Law Firms
For the fifth consecutive year, Morton & Gettys has earned a top-tier ranking in Best Law Firms®, a national directory that released its 2025 edition today. The latest Best Law Firms highlights Morton & Gettys in Tier 1 for the Rock Hill area in Trusts & Estates Law. Additionally, Morton & Gettys is listed in […]
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Bev Carroll again wins Employment Law Power List honors
For the second consecutive year, Morton & Gettys attorney Bev Carroll has been named to SC Lawyers Weekly Employment Law Power List. The exclusive list honors only around a dozen attorneys statewide. The lawyers are selected for inclusion based on professional and community service, legal success and reputation among peers. A certified specialist in employment […]