James Atkinson Bruorton

James Atkinson Bruorton

Rosen Rosen & Hagood, LLC • Charleston, SC
Employment LaborBusiness LitigationEmployment LawGeneral Practice

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Contact

Email
Phone
(843) 203-0354
Address
Po Box 893, Charleston, SC, 29402-0893, US

Professional

About

James Atkinson Bruorton is a seasoned attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina, with a dedicated legal career that began in 2003 after graduating from the University of Tennessee School of Law. Originally from Greenville, South Carolina, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Financial Management from Clemson University in 2000. Admitted to practice in both state and federal courts, James has built a strong reputation for his expertise in business litigation, employment law, and general practice. Since joining Rosen, Rosen & Hagood, LLC as an associate in 2003, James has advanced through the ranks, becoming a partner/shareholder in 2007 and an equity member in 2011. His commitment to the firm extends beyond client representation; he actively participates on the recruiting committee, evaluating prospective summer law clerks, and the technology committee, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of legal innovation. James’s practice encompasses a diverse range of legal services, including construction litigation and commercial business disputes. He has successfully represented various stakeholders, including private and public owners, contractors, and bonding companies, navigating complex legal challenges in construction and business matters. His extensive experience also includes drafting and reviewing contracts, ordinances, and easements for governmental entities and contractors, ensuring compliance and protecting client interests. Outside of his professional commitments, James is deeply engaged in the Charleston community. He is a member of several legal associations, including the Charleston County Bar Association and the American Bar Association’s Forum on the Construction Industry. A graduate of both Leadership Charleston and Leadership South Carolina, he is committed to mentoring the next generation of legal professionals and volunteering as a youth coach through the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department. Residing in Mount Pleasant with his wife, Lindsay, and their three sons, James embodies a dedication to both his family and the legal profession.

About Employment Labor Law

Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.

Credentials

Education
2003 University of Tennessee College of Law Juris Doctorate 2000 Clemson University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2013 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2012 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2011 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Associations
2012 - Present Charleston Contractors Association Member 2010 - Present South Carolina Bar, Resolution of Fee Disputes Board Committee Committee Member 2006 - Present Carolina Association of General Contractors Member/Committee Member 2005 - Present International Society of Primerus Law Firms Member 2005 - Present American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry Member
Speaking
2014 International Society of Primerus Law Firms Firm Marketing 2012 CAGC Dinner Meeting Hot Topics in Construction Law 2010 Charleston School of Law Opening Your Own Law Firm
Updated: Mar 29, 2026