Atty. Morgan S. Templeton

Atty. Morgan S. Templeton

Mr. Templeton’s practice focuses upon complex litigation matters involving products liability, insurance coverage, bad faith, construction, and serious injuries.

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Profile Summary

About Morgan S. Templeton at a glance

Morgan S. Templeton is a insurance attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Wall Templeton & Haldrup PA. Admitted to practice in South Carolina, South Carolina Bar. Educated at Mississippi College (J.D., 1998) and Mercer University (BA, 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026). Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Templeton’s practice focuses upon complex litigation matters involving products liability, insurance coverage, bad faith, construction, and serious injuries
  • He has tried more than 50 cases to verdict
  • He has argued appeals in the Fourth Circuit, South Carolina Supreme Court, and South Carolina Court of Appeals
  • Mr. Templeton has more than 20 reported decisions from trial courts and appellate courts in state and federal court
  • Mr. Templeton has served as a faculty member of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Trial Academy and the International Association of Defense Counsel Trial Academy at Stanford Law School
  • Prior to his work at Wall Templeton, Mr. Templeton served as an intern to the Honorable P. Michael Duffy, United States District Judge and also was a Special Assistant to the US Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi

Practice Areas Explained

Morgan S. Templeton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Morgan S. Templeton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Morgan S. Templeton

Where is Morgan S. Templeton's law office located?
Morgan S. Templeton's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Wall Templeton & Haldrup PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Morgan S. Templeton handle?
Morgan S. Templeton focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
Where did Morgan S. Templeton go to law school?
Morgan S. Templeton earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (BA, 1993).
How can I contact Morgan S. Templeton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Morgan S. Templeton received?
Morgan S. Templeton's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19; Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Charleston (SC); Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Charleston (SC).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Mississippi College
- 1998
BA
Mercer University
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Charleston (SC)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Charleston (SC)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Charleston (SC)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

South Carolina, South Carolina Bar

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