About Jonathan McKey
Jonathan McKey Milling is an attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina. He specializes in criminal law, focusing on areas such as DUI and DWI, business law, appeals and appellate work, domestic violence, landlord-tenant issues, and white-collar crime. Milling earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1998, following his Bachelor of Arts from Clemson University in 1995. His educational background laid a solid foundation for his legal career, which has spanned over two decades. Since 2001, Milling has been an active member of the South Carolina Bar, maintaining his status throughout his career. He is also admitted to practice before several federal courts, including the U.S.
District Court for the District of South Carolina, the Fourth and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeals. The District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals. Notably, he is also authorized to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, showcasing his extensive qualifications and commitment to the legal field. As the founding member of Milling Law Firm, LLC, located at 1614 Taylor Street, Suite C, Columbia, SC 29201, Milling represents clients in both federal and state courts across South Carolina. His experience is diverse and includes prosecuting felonies and misdemeanors in Circuit and Magistrate courts.
Milling has handled serious cases such as murder, trafficking in narcotics, armed robberies, criminal sexual conduct, and burglaries. This breadth of experience equips him with a unique perspective on the details of criminal law. In addition to his litigation practice, Milling has conducted internal investigations for corporate entities under suspicion of wrongdoing. His expertise in this area allows him to handle the details of corporate law while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Furthermore, he has contributed to the legal community by serving as a guest lecturer on Continuing Legal Education (CLE) topics. Milling frequently appears as a guest legal speaker on local radio shows, sharing his insights and knowledge with a broader audience.
Milling is a member of several professional organizations, including the Richland County Bar Association, the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. His dedication to the legal profession is recognized; he has been recognized with an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting very high ethical standards and professional excellence. Fluent in English, Milling is committed to providing comprehensive legal services to his clients, leveraging his experience and dedication to achieve favorable outcomes.
