Trusted.
Established.
Respected.
At Thompson and Henry, P.A., trust is the foundation of our relationships. As one of Horry County, South Carolina's most long-standing and most trusted law firms, we deeply value both our new and long-term relationships. Relationships that are built on the hallmarks of trust: integrity, reliability, and accountability.
Respected.
Established.
Respected.
The culture at Thompson and Henry, P.A. lends strength to our commitment to serving others with personal and professional integrity. As respected leaders and mentors in the legal profession and in our community, we have a reputation for providing the utmost in distinguished service, sound advice, and trusted stewardship.
Established.
Established.
Established.
Established in 1973, Thompson and Henry, PA is devoted to keeping a long tradition of excellence in legal representation. For over 50 years, our elite team has been dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality standard of care. When experience counts, contact our established team to best represent your interests.
About Us
Trusted. Respected. Established.
At Thompson and Henry, P.A., as we advocate for our clients, we strive to exhibit the highest ethical standards and to secure our clients' trust every step of the way. The respect of our clients and the communities we serve is integral to our success. We have an established long-standing, proven track record of success and we are committed to continuing to fight for our clients' legal rights with integrity, honor, and distinction.
Our Elite Legal Team
Philip C. Thompson
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
Phil Thompson is an AV-Preeminent rated “ Highest Legal Ability and Highest Ethical Standards” attorney with deep roots in South Carolina. He was born in Conway, SC and is a 1979 graduate of Conway High School, 1990 graduate of Coastal Carolina College (now University), and a 1995 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law
Phil Thompson is an AV-Preeminent rated “ Highest Legal Ability and Highest Ethical Standards” attorney with deep roots in South Carolina. He was born in Conway, SC and is a 1979 graduate of Conway High School, 1990 graduate of Coastal Carolina College (now University), and a 1995 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law. Ranking in the top fifteen percent of his law class, Thompson was admitted into the honor society, The Order of the Wig and Robe.
Thompson started practicing law in 1996. His practice areas include Commercial and Residential Transactions, Civil Dispute and Resolution, Collections, Civil Litigation and Estate Planning. He is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association and Horry County Bar Association.
Thompson is a respected partner in the region’s business community. With proven success for his clients and a heart for service, he has consistently contributed to the quality of life in the Grand Strand area.
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
Michael Smith is an AV Preeminent top-rated attorney. In 2020, Smith was honored to receive recognition as the state’s “Worthy Adversary” by the South Carolina Association For Justice. The Association honors defense attorneys who display exemplary professionalism, honesty and ethical behavior in their practice of law. The American Lawyer
Michael Smith is an AV Preeminent top-rated attorney. In 2020, Smith was honored to receive recognition as the state’s “Worthy Adversary” by the South Carolina Association For Justice. The Association honors defense attorneys who display exemplary professionalism, honesty and ethical behavior in their practice of law. The American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell selected Smith as a “Top Rated Lawyer in Insurance Law” in 2014.
Smith’s vast litigation experience encompasses insurance defense, personal injury, construction defects, and general commercial civil litigation. He has an active mediation practice (since 1994) for all types of civil litigation.
Smith graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree from the University of South Carolina in 1979. He earned his juris doctor in 1982 from the University of South Carolina School of Law. He has practiced law continuously in Horry County since his admission to the SC Bar in 1982 and has practiced with Thompson and Henry, P.A. since 1990. Smith is a member of the Horry County Bar Association, the South Carolina Bar, and the South Carolina Defense Trial Lawyers Association. He served as the Horry County Bar Association president in 1994. Smith is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Smith and his family live in Conway and continue to serve, giving their time and talents to help improve the community in which they live and love. Smith’s community involvement includes: past president of the Horry County Gamecock Club, a past president of the Grand Strand Family YMCA Board of Directors, a graduate of Leadership Grand Strand, various leadership roles in his church, and a coach for Conway recreation youth football, baseball and basketball.
S. Ashley Gwin
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
S. Ashley Gwin
Ashley Gwin focuses her practice on civil litigation defense work. Over her eleven years of practicing, she has defended a wide array of clients, including individuals involved in automobile accidents, doctors and hospitals in medical malpractice lawsuits, and contractors in construction defect cases.
Gwin is a member of the South Carolina
Ashley Gwin focuses her practice on civil litigation defense work. Over her eleven years of practicing, she has defended a wide array of clients, including individuals involved in automobile accidents, doctors and hospitals in medical malpractice lawsuits, and contractors in construction defect cases.
Gwin is a member of the South Carolina Bar and the Horry County Bar Association. She is admitted to practice law in South Carolina and the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina. She grew up in Conway and graduated from Conway High School. Gwin then earned a Bachelor of Arts with distinction from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following college, she earned her juris doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law.
Gwin lives with her husband and son in downtown Conway, SC. Gwin and her family have deep roots in the area and are committed to serving and improving the lives of their neighbors, their church family, and their community.
Linda W. Gangi
G. Michael Smith, Sr.
S. Ashley Gwin
Linda Gangi has received a Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Rating, indicating she is widely respected for high professional achievement and ethical standards in her legal practice. Gangi is a general civil litigation trial, mediation and appeals attorney with areas of practice including insurance defense, personal injury, and constr
Linda Gangi has received a Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Rating, indicating she is widely respected for high professional achievement and ethical standards in her legal practice. Gangi is a general civil litigation trial, mediation and appeals attorney with areas of practice including insurance defense, personal injury, and construction defects.
Gangi earned her B.A. with honors in 1976 from the University of North Carolina, and her JD. From the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1979 where she became a member of Phi Delta Phi, an international legal honor society and the oldest legal organization in continuous existence in the United States. Gangi has been admitted to practice law since 1979 in South Carolina, the U.S. District Court of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit.
With over 40 years experince practicing law in Horry County, Gangi is one of the area’s most respected leaders and mentors in business, in her personal relationships, and in the community.
Practice Areas
Civil Litigation
Construction Defect
General Liability
Our team of expert litigators has successfully represented clients in civil legal matters for over 50 years. From bringing lawsuits to defending claims brought by others, we will strive to provide you with vigorous representation, to zealously to defend your rights, and to faithfully protect your interests throughout the legal process.
General Liability
Construction Defect
General Liability
Through our established excellence in the courtroom, we have the knowledge and expertise necessary to handle even the most complex insurance defense cases. Whether you or your business needs competent representation, our elite team is your best choice for achieving a successful outcome.
Construction Defect
Construction Defect
Construction Defect
From simple workmanship defects to complex, and often catastrophic construction defect situations, our team of legal experts has successfully helped our clients navigate the technical and scientific complications these matters require. As time is truly of the essence when dealing with construction defects, do not delay in seeking our representation.
Business Law
Mediation and Arbitration
Construction Defect
Maintaing long-term relationships with many of our corporate clients is a result of our legal team's sound advice and trusted stewardship over our clients' business resources. Contact us to discuss how we can help legally protect your organization and help move your business interests forward with confidence.
Real Estate
Mediation and Arbitration
Mediation and Arbitration
We understand that purchasing a property or business can be the largest acquisition of your life. Whether you are purchasing investments or selling them, you can trust that our team will guide you through the legal process to transfer your investments with confidence.
Mediation and Arbitration
Mediation and Arbitration
Mediation and Arbitration
As a team of certified mediatiors and arbitrators, our legal team has vast experience in utilizing effective alternative dispute resolution methods for legal disputes. Our skilled negotiators can help you avoid the burdens of traditional court proceedings and more efficiently resolve your legal matters.