About
Kyle Hobbs is a South Carolina criminal defense attorney who represents clients throughout the state. He focuses exclusively on criminal litigation and handles DUI, assault, drug, domestic violence, sex crime, expungement, misdemeanor, and violent crime cases. His work also includes traffic violations, burglary, armed robbery, and murder charges carrying serious personal and legal consequences. He explains the evidence, possible penalties, and available defenses while preparing each matter for negotiation, hearings, or trial.
Kyle earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of South Carolina in 2006. He received his Juris Doctor from Charleston School of Law in 2009. He was admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 2010. He began his legal career as a judicial law clerk for Judge Kristi Harrington in South Carolina’s Ninth Judicial Circuit. His clerkship strengthened his understanding of courtroom procedure, judicial decision-making, legal research, and criminal case preparation.
Kyle served as a law firm partner and owner from 2010 through 2024, managing thousands of criminal cases. He managed thousands of criminal cases, including complex prosecutions involving murder, armed robbery, burglary, and other serious offenses. His trial work produced multiple not-guilty verdicts in murder cases across South Carolina. He also served as chief municipal judge for Fort Mill from 2014 through 2023, giving him added insight into local court operations.
Kyle Hobbs brings more than 15 years of criminal law experience to clients facing life-changing accusations. He combines defense litigation, judicial service, and courtroom preparation when evaluating each case and developing a practical strategy. His experience helps him identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence and explain difficult legal choices in clear terms. He provides focused representation for clients seeking fair treatment, informed guidance, and a strong defense throughout the criminal process.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Jeffcoat Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member, South Carolina Bar Association
Licensed State
- South Carolina
Education
- Charleston School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts (BA)

- Drug Crime
- DUI & DWI
- Expungement
- Homicide
- Sex Crimes
- Violent Crime





