Terrence R. "Terry" McInnis
About Terrence R. McInnis
Terrence R. McInnis is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Terrence R. McInnis is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Troutman Pepper Locke LP
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1991 and Whitman College, B.A., graduated 1988
Location: San Diego, CA
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