Atty. Bob Clawson
Omicron Delta Kappa; Phi Alpha Delta. National Moot Court Competition, 1964.
Admiralty & More Attorney · Serving Charleston, SC · 60+ Years Experience
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About Bob Clawson at a Glance
Bob Clawson is an Of Counsel based in Charleston, South Carolina. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on construction, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1966), U.S. Tax Court (1966), U.S. Claims Court (1970), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1979). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1966) and University of North Carolina (B.S., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Bar Association South Carolina Bar. Serves clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Bob Clawson
- Omicron Delta Kappa
- Phi Alpha Delta
- National Moot Court Competition, 1964
- Assistant U.S
- Attorney, 1968-1972
- Associate Municipal Judge, City of Charleston, 1974-1976
- Assistant Corporation Counsel, City of Charleston, 1976—
- Chairman, Charleston Area Mental Health Commission, 1980-1982
- Approved Arbitrator for Construction Contract and Securities Disputes, American Arbitration Association
- President, South Carolina Municipal Attorneys Association, 1983-1984
Practice Areas Explained
Bob Clawson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bob Clawson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charleston.
Construction Law in Charleston
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Civil Litigation in Charleston
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Charleston
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charleston
Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Charleston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charleston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charleston Choose Bob Clawson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Bob Clawson's practice in the field of construction, litigation, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Bob Clawson brings 60+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in South Carolina, U.S. Tax Court, and U.S. Claims Court, Bob Clawson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering construction, litigation, and maritime, Bob Clawson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charleston
A Charleston-based practice means Bob Clawson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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