Atty. Brian E. Johnson

Atty. Brian E. Johnson

Brian Johnson is a partner at the Hood Law Firm, LLC. He focuses his practice on civil litigation defense in the practice areas of medical malpractice, healthcare litigation, products liability, premises liability, and commercial litigation.

Charleston Charleston 19 Years Experience 19 year
Call (854) 258-5861

Profile Summary

About Brian E. Johnson at a glance

Brian E. Johnson is a Partner based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Hood Law Firm, LLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, business, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (2007). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Clemson University (B.S., 2003). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Charleston County Bar Association South Carolina Bar Association South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Johnson is a partner at the Hood Law Firm, LLC. He focuses his practice on civil litigation defense in the practice areas of medical malpractice, healthcare litigation, products liability, premises liability, and commercial litigation
  • Brian is a member of the South Carolina State Bar, The United States District Court for the District of South Carolina and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • He obtained a B.S. from Clemson University in 2003 and earned his J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2007
  • Brian has contributed to The Defense Line, the publication of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association and has spoken to groups on topics related to healthcare litigation
  • He has also participated in the South Carolina Lawyer Mentoring Program
  • Brian was named a “Rising Star” by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2016 – 2020

Practice Areas Explained

Brian E. Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian E. Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Brian E. Johnson is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Brian E. Johnson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Brian E. Johnson is one of 25,743 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in South Carolina →

Product Liability

Brian E. Johnson is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Brian E. Johnson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian E. Johnson

Where is Brian E. Johnson's law office located?
Brian E. Johnson's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Hood Law Firm, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian E. Johnson handle?
Brian E. Johnson focuses on medical malpractice, business, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Brian E. Johnson practiced law?
Brian E. Johnson has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Brian E. Johnson go to law school?
Brian E. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S., 2003).
How can I contact Brian E. Johnson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brian E. Johnson received?
Brian E. Johnson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2007
B.S.
Clemson University
- 2003

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

South Carolina U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 2007

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