Shawn M. Bevans

Shawn M. Bevans is a trial lawyer in Charleston, South Carolina, representing businesses and individuals in state and federal courts. He focuses on complex litigation matters, offering clear guidance and practical strategies. His approach helps clients address risk, respond to claims, and pursue efficient and effective legal outcomes.

Shawn earned his Juris Doctor from the Charleston School of Law and a Bachelor of Science from Clemson University. His education built a strong foundation in legal analysis, writing, and advocacy. He applies these skills to manage litigation demands and communicate clearly with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Shawn represents clients in a wide range of civil litigation matters, including automobile and boating accidents, products liability, premises liability, and construction defect cases. He also handles commercial and business disputes, insurance coverage issues, and professional liability claims, guiding clients through each stage of the legal process.

Shawn’s work also includes trucking and transportation matters, slander and defamation claims, alcohol liability, bad faith disputes, and cases involving adulterated food. He prepares each case with care and attention to detail, developing strong defenses and working closely with clients to protect their interests.

Before joining the firm, Shawn served as editor-in-chief of the Charleston Maritime Law Bulletin and as a judicial extern for the Hon. Sol Blatt, Jr., a Senior United States District Court Judge for the District of South Carolina. These roles strengthened his research skills and understanding of federal court practice.

Shawn M. Bevans has been recognized by Best Lawyers Ones to Watch for Personal Injury Litigation Defendants from 2021 through 2026 and by Charleston Business Magazine as Legal Elite of the Lowcountry. He is admitted to South Carolina and federal courts and maintains active involvement in professional legal organizations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC
• Member, South Carolina Bar Association
• Member, Charleston County Bar Association
• Member, South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association
• Member, Maritime Law Association of the United States
• Member, Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute

Licensed State

• South Carolina

Education

• Charleston School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Clemson University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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