Douglas W. "Doug" MacKelcan
About Douglas W. MacKelcan
Douglas W. MacKelcan is a lawyer based in Charleston, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Douglas W. MacKelcan is recognized in the following practice area:
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Copeland, Stair, Valz & Lovell LLP
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Charleston, SC
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