AttorneyJustin Bamberg
Bamberg Law
104 Bridge Street, Bamberg, South Carolina, 29003
South Carolina's Civil Rights Advocate
Justin Bamberg is a prominent South Carolina civil rights attorney and former state legislator who has built a distinguished reputation representing victims of police misconduct, excessive force, and civil rights violations. He served in the South Carolina House of Representatives, where he championed criminal justice reform and police accountability legislation, giving him a uniquely informed perspective on both the legal and legislative dimensions of civil rights law.
Bamberg rose to national prominence when he represented the family of Walter Scott, an unarmed Black man fatally shot in the back by North Charleston police officer Michael Slager in April 2015. The case drew widespread attention after bystander video footage surfaced contradicting the officer's account, and Bamberg played a central role in advocating for justice for the Scott family both in and out of the courtroom. The case resulted in a federal civil rights conviction against the officer and a $6.5 million settlement with the City of North Charleston.
As both a practicing attorney and a former lawmaker, Bamberg brings a comprehensive understanding of systemic issues within law enforcement and government accountability. His dual background allows him to pursue justice for clients through litigation while simultaneously working toward broader structural reforms. He has been a consistent voice in media and public forums on issues of police brutality, racial justice, and civil rights, making him one of the most recognizable civil rights advocates in the Southeast.
Notable Results
- $6.5 million settlement with the City of North Charleston on behalf of the family of Walter Scott, an unarmed man fatally shot by a police officer in 2015
Key Characteristics
- Represented the family of Walter Scott in one of the most high-profile police shooting cases in recent American history, securing a $6.5 million civil settlement and contributing to a federal criminal conviction against the officer.
- Served as a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, where he advocated for police accountability and criminal justice reform legislation, providing a legislative perspective few civil rights attorneys possess.
- Recognized as a leading civil rights voice in South Carolina and the broader Southeast, regularly appearing in national media to advocate for victims of police violence and systemic injustice.
- Combines courtroom litigation with public advocacy and legislative experience to pursue accountability against law enforcement and government entities on behalf of marginalized communities.
- Licensed to practice law in South Carolina, with a practice centered on representing individuals and families who have suffered civil rights violations at the hands of law enforcement.