Drew A. Laughlin

Laughlin and Bowen, P.C.

Hilton Head Island, SC

48+ Years Experience

Licensed in 1 State

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About Drew

Drew Laughlin is retired and serves as of-counsel to the firm. He practiced law on Hilton Head Island since 1977, co-founding Laughlin & Bowen, P.A. in 1990. He focused on assisting small business owners and has a long history of community involvement, including serving as Former Mayor of the Town of Hilton Head Island (2010-2014) and a Beaufort County Magistrate Judge until 2024. His practice areas included Business and Contract Litigation, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Construction Litigation, Appellate Advocacy, Property Law, Community Associations, and Small Businesses.

Licensed States

South Carolina

Education

B.A.

University of Virginia

J.D.

University of South Carolina School of Law

Awards & Recognition

Martindale‑Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

Professional Associations

Former Chairman, Town of Hilton Head Island Design Review BoardFormer Chairman, Town of Hilton Head Island Planning CommissionFormer President, Hilton Head Plantation Property Owners Association, Inc.Former Member, Board of Commissioners, Hilton Head No. 1 Public Service DistrictFormer Member, Town Council, Town of Hilton Head IslandMember, Mayor's Task Force for the Future of Hilton Head IslandFormer Mayor, Town of Hilton Head IslandFormer Beaufort County Magistrate Judge