An experienced lawyer who will listen, care, & fight for you.
Jessica has spent years in the court room fighting for justice and has successfully handled thousands of cases.
About Jessica Godwin
A true litigator with a passion for people and justice.
Jessica Godwin is a South Carolina native who grew up in a big family in the small town of Orangeburg, SC. In a small town, relationships are everything, and learning that early in life has helped Jessica develop her legal practice where she focuses on representing clients in both criminal and civil cases across the state of South Carolina in state and federal court.
Before entering private practice, Jessica honed her legal skills over nearly a decade working as a criminal prosecutor in several counties throughout South Carolina. During her tenure, she prosecuted a wide array of cases, gaining invaluable trial experience. She tried many cases including Burglary, Murder, Attempted Murder, Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, Weapons violations, various Criminal Sexual Conduct cases, Drug Trafficking, and DUI, among others. She successfully prosecuted thousands of cases as a criminal prosecutor.
While in Richland County, Jessica served as the lead prosecutor of Criminal Sexual Conduct cases for several years. In this role, she passionately pursued justice for survivors of criminal sexual conduct and child abuse, working closely with Special Victims Unit investigators and various law enforcement agencies across the state. Her collaboration with local and state-level law enforcement, as well as federal agencies like the ATF, the FBI, and the United States Secret Service, further enhanced her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and ensure that justice was served.
Following her prosecutorial career, Jessica took on the role of Counsel to the Clerk in the South Carolina Senate where she provided legal counsel and represented the S.C. Senate in both Circuit Court and the Supreme Court of South Carolina. This experience deepened her understanding of the legislative process and the intricate relationship between law and public policy.
Jessica now uses her extensive background to advocate for her clients’ rights. She is committed to guiding them through their legal challenges with compassion, ensuring that their voices are heard and their stories are told. Jessica enjoys working with people and combines her passion for justice with her commitment to client advocacy to seek justice for her clients when they need someone to rely on.