About Scott
Scott Wallinger is an attorney specializing in personal injury and insurance defense, boasting over 30 years of experience in the legal field. He was admitted to the South Carolina State Bar in 1993, starting a distinguished career. Wallinger earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1992, laying a strong foundation for his legal expertise. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University, further enhancing his academic credentials. Throughout his career, Scott has received multiple accolades for his work in the legal community. In 2012 and 2016, he was recognized as a Legal Elite by the Greater Columbia Business Monthly in the area of commercial transportation.
More recently, in 2021, the Charleston Business Magazine honored him in the field of personal injury. These recognitions underscore his commitment to excellence and his significant contributions to the legal profession in South Carolina. Scott is also certified as a mediator by the South Carolina Supreme Court Arbitrator and Mediator Certification Board. This certification allows him to serve as an approved Circuit Court mediator, showcasing his skills in conflict resolution. His involvement in the legal community extends to memberships in the South Carolina Trucking Association and the Trucking Industry Defense Association, where he engages with industry professionals to address key legal issues. Community involvement is important to Scott.
He has served as a past president of the Rotary Club and is an active member of the Rotary Club of St. Andrews – Charleston. This commitment to service reflects his dedication to both his profession and his community. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling with his family and indulging in backcountry fly fishing, activities that allow him to unwind and connect with nature. Scott is married to Wendy Bryar, who serves as his legal assistant, creating a supportive professional partnership. He is fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, which enhances his ability to communicate with clients.
Scott is admitted to practice in all South Carolina courts, the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. The Supreme Court of the United States. He is also a member of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association and the Defense Research Institute. His office is located at 288 Meeting Street, Suite 200, Charleston, SC 29401. He can be reached by phone at (843) 577-7700 or via email at swallinger@barnwell-whaley.com. For more information, visit the Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms, LLC website at barnwell-whaley.com.
