Jeff McKinney was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. He graduated from Birmingham-Southern College in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management, where his studies focused on business operations and logistics in the manufacturing and transportation industries.
After college, Jeff graduated early from the Charleston School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2023. During his time in law school, Jeff served as a Judicial Board Officer, as well as President of the Trial Advocacy Board.
Prior to joining Wall Templeton, Jeff worked as an attorney for a South Carolina-based law firm, representing and counseling insurance carriers, employers, and self-insured entities throughout South Carolina.
In his free time, Jeff enjoys spending time outdoors, hunting and fishing, and cheering on his favorite sports teams — the Alabama Crimson Tide and Atlanta Falcons. Although not a native South Carolinian, Jeff has developed a strong appreciation for the Lowcountry and proudly calls Charleston home.
Areas of Focus
Education
Charleston School of Law (J.D., 2023)
Birmingham-Southern College (B.A., 2019)
Admissions
South Carolina Supreme Court (2024)