Laughlin and Bowen

The firm is dedicated to providing high quality litigation services with integrity, speed, and close communication with its clients. The hallmark of the practice is this quality of work and responsiveness to clients’ needs and communications. Founders John R.C. Bowen and Drew A. Laughlin have practiced law together on Hilton Head Island since 1982, and prior to the formation of the firm in 1990. Drew’s area of concentrations have been construction litigation and assisting businesses in transactional and litigation matters, John’s admiralty and maritime matters, and both have extensive experience in handling a broad variety of commercial, corporate, and tort litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. Both Laughlin and Bowen are certified Civil Mediators, and both have been honored by inclusion in the Martindale Hubble Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers under the Construction and Admiralty sections respectively. Mr. Laughlin has a long history of community and civic involvement, and served a four year term as the Mayor of Hilton Head Island. Mr. Bowen, in addition to many civic and professional activities, is a former U.S. Army Field Artillery Officer Among the firm’s experienced and dedicated support staff are litigation paralegals/assistants, and additional administrative/clerical staff. All attorneys and staff members are dedicated to keeping the clients well informed while delivering the highest quality of services.