H. Thomas Morgan, Jr.: A Profile of the South Carolina Attorney

H. Thomas Morgan, Jr. Is a founding member of SMITH | ROBINSON, a law firm based in South Carolina. He currently serves as the Fairfield County Attorney and the Assistant Georgetown County Attorney, demonstrating extensive experience in governmental law. His legal career spans both state and federal courts, and includes prior service as a Staff Attorney at the South Carolina Supreme Court and in the United States Army.

Early Career and Education

Prior to joining SMITH | ROBINSON, Morgan practiced at DuBose Robinson Morgan for nine years. Before entering private practice, he served as a Staff Attorney at the South Carolina Supreme Court.^[1]

Morgan’s educational background includes a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law (2006), a Master of Arts in Public Administration from Webster University (2002), and a Bachelor of Science from Regents College (1999).^{[1, 2]}

Governmental Law Experience

Morgan’s practice focuses heavily on governmental law. He currently serves as the Fairfield County Attorney and the Assistant Georgetown County Attorney.^{[1, 2]} He also previously served as the Assistant Kershaw County Attorney.^[2] He provides legal counsel to counties, cities, and law enforcement officials, defending them in civil cases.^[1] His experience includes advising County Administrators and Councils, addressing legal issues within County departments, and coordinating defense in civil suits.^[2]

Military Service

Before pursuing a legal career, Morgan served in the United States Army, Military Intelligence Branch. He received numerous awards for his service, including a Joint Service Commendation Medal and a Global War on Terrorism Medal.^{[1, 3]}

Admissions and Associations

Morgan is admitted to practice in the following courts:^[1]

• South Carolina Bar
• U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (2008)
• U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2012)

He is also a member and immediate past president of the Kershaw County Bar Association, and a member of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorney Association.^[1]

Personal Life

H. Thomas Morgan, Jr. And his wife, Angie, have three children. He enjoys spending time with his family in the mountains, on the lake, and at their home in rural Kershaw County.^[1]

Recent Appointments

In 2026, Morgan was named Interim Georgetown County Attorney.^{[2, 4]}

Sources:

1. Smith Robinson – H. Thomas Morgan, Jr.
2. Who’s on the Move – Smith Robinson’s H. Thomas Morgan, Jr., named Interim Georgetown County Attorney
3. Smith Robinson on LinkedIn
4. MidlandsBiz on Facebook