Kelley F. Young

Kelley F. Young is a partner at Young & Young, Attorneys at Law, with a background as both a prosecutor and a judge. A Lowcountry native, she has dedicated her career to protecting the rights of individuals in her community. She began her career at the Ninth Circuit Solicitor’s Office, where she handled a wide range of criminal cases, eventually focusing on violent crimes and large narcotics prosecutions that required extensive trial preparation and advocacy.

Ms. Young earned her B.A., cum laude, in Business Management from the University of Georgia before earning her J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law. During law school, she gained valuable experience clerking for the U.S. Attorney’s Office and two criminal court judges, and argued cases as a Certified Legal Intern with the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Division. She was admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 2011.

After serving as a prosecutor, Ms. Young was appointed by the Governor of South Carolina as a Magistrate Judge for Charleston County. She handled bond hearings, preliminary hearings, traffic offenses, and eviction cases, gaining valuable insight into how judges evaluate and decide cases. This insider perspective now allows her to spot weaknesses in criminal charges, negotiate from a position of strength, and build strategic, results-driven defense plans for her clients.

Kelley F. Young applies her diverse courtroom experience to both criminal defense and personal injury cases. She also prosecutes cases for the City of Folly Beach, further sharpening her trial skills and insight into prosecution strategy. Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, she is active in professional associations and community organizations, continuing her commitment to advocacy and justice for the people of Charleston and beyond.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Young & Young, Attorneys at Law
• Member, South Carolina Summary Court Judges Association (2015-2017)
• Member, South Carolina Women Lawyers Association
• Member, Charleston County Bar Association
• Member, South Carolina Bar Association

Licensed State

• South Carolina

Education

• University of Miami School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• The University of Georgia
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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