Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Columbia, SC
At SMITH | ROBINSON, we bring decades of combined legal experience to every case, rooted in the legacy of two historic South Carolina law firms. Our team of skilled litigators is dedicated to delivering strategic counsel and advocacy for individuals, businesses, and government entities across a wide range of civil disputes. With offices in Columbia, Sumter, and Camden, we combine deep local knowledge with a broad practice scope to address complex legal challenges. Our attorneys, many of whom have served as law clerks in appellate courts, provide tailored solutions in areas such as commercial litigation, appellate practice, and banking law. We prioritize understanding client interests to offer proactive representation, whether in negotiations or courtroom proceedings.The firms foundation stems from the 2025 merger of Lee Erter Wilson Holler & Smith, LLC (established over 150 years ago in Sumter) and DuBose Robinson Morgan, PC (founded 40 years ago in Camden). This union expanded our capabilities while maintaining a commitment to excellence and public service. Our practice areas span 20 diverse legal disciplines, including medical malpractice defense, real estate, and white-collar defense. We serve clients with a focus on compliance, risk mitigation, and efficient resolution of disputes. Through this approach, we uphold our reputation as a trusted legal partner in South Carolina.
Services
Appellate Practice
Banking and Financial Services
Civil Rights Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Commercial Real Estate
Medical Malpractice Defense
Mergers and Acquisitions
Probate and Estate Litigation
White Collar Defense
Insurance Defense
Highlights and features
- We combine over 150 years of legal heritage with modern expertise across 20 practice areas.
- Our attorneys have served as law clerks in state and federal appellate courts.
- We maintain offices in Columbia, Sumter, and Camden for localized client support.
- Our team provides tailored solutions for complex commercial, real estate, and litigation matters.
- We merge the legacy of two historic South Carolina firms with expanded capabilities.
Services
Appellate Practice
Our Appellate Practice group provides strategic advocacy in state and federal appellate courts. Attorneys with clerkship experience draft briefs and deliver oral arguments to advance client interests. We handle appeals for individuals and organizations, focusing on procedural expertise and outcome-driven strategies.
Banking and Financial Services
We advise financial institutions on loan structuring, regulatory compliance, and operational challenges. Services include transactional support, policy guidance, and dispute resolution for regional banks, credit unions, and lenders. Our goal is to strengthen compliance and mitigate risks in commercial finance.
Commercial Litigation
Our Commercial Litigation team resolves complex business conflicts through negotiation, arbitration, or trial. We represent clients in contract disputes, business torts, and other commercial matters, providing efficient advocacy tailored to client objectives and industry-specific needs.
Medical Malpractice Defense
We defend healthcare providers and institutions in medical malpractice claims. Our approach combines legal expertise with an understanding of healthcare regulations, aiming to protect reputations and resolve cases through settlement or trial representation.
Real Estate
Our Commercial Real Estate attorneys handle transactions, zoning issues, and land-use disputes. We advise developers, investors, and property owners on acquisitions, leases, and regulatory compliance, ensuring tailored solutions for residential and commercial projects.
People
G. Murrell Smith, Jr.
Member
A seasoned litigator with decades of experience in appellate and commercial law, Murrell Smith joined the firm in 1998. He focuses on complex disputes and serves clients from the Sumter office.
Jonathan M. Robinson
Managing Member
As Managing Member, Jonathan Robinson leads the Columbia office and specializes in commercial litigation. He has over 20 years of experience resolving business disputes and advocating for corporate clients.
Ross C. Campbell
Associate Attorney
Ross Campbell joined the Sumter office in 2025, focusing on local government representation and civil rights litigation. He brings a strong background in defending public entities and agencies.
Questions
What practice areas does SMITH | ROBINSON specialize in?
We offer 20 practice areas, including appellate law, banking services, commercial litigation, real estate, and medical malpractice defense.
Where are SMITH | ROBINSON’s offices located?
Our offices are in Columbia, Sumter, and Camden, South Carolina, serving clients statewide.
What is the firm’s experience in appellate cases?
Our attorneys have clerkship backgrounds and extensive experience in drafting appellate briefs and oral arguments.
How does the firm handle commercial disputes?
We resolve business conflicts through negotiation, arbitration, or trial, focusing on efficient, client-centered outcomes.
What is the firm’s history?
Formed in 2025 from two historic firms with over 150 combined years of service in South Carolina.
