About Stephen
Senator Stephen Lewis Goldfinch, Jr. is a native South Carolinian who grew up in Conway and graduated from Conway High School. He went on to attend The Citadel, where he earned a degree in Biology and graduated with honors, making the Dean’s List, President’s List, and Commandant’s List.
Following graduation, Stephen founded a successful biotechnology company based in Charleston. During this time, he returned to The Citadel to earn his Master of Business Administration. His success in business allowed him to explore additional ventures in entrepreneurship and public service.
In 2006, Stephen married his wife, Renee. After thoughtful consideration and prayer, he shifted his career path and enrolled in the Charleston School of Law. He graduated with distinction, serving as Vice Chair of Administration on the Honor Committee. After law school, he opened a law practice in Murrells Inlet, which eventually became Boyd Goldfinch, LLC.
In 2011, Stephen launched a successful campaign for the South Carolina House of Representatives in District 108, taking office in January 2013. After four years in the House, he was elected to the South Carolina Senate in 2016, where he continues to serve today.
Senator Goldfinch now practices law at his firm, Stephen Goldfinch Attorney at Law, focusing on civil, criminal, estate, and probate litigation. In the State Senate, he represents portions of Horry, Georgetown, and Charleston counties and is a former chairman of the Georgetown County Legislative Delegation. He currently serves on the Senate Finance Committee, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, Fish, Game and Forestry Committee, and Rules Committee. He is also Chairman of the Charleston County Fish and Wildlife Subcommittee, chairs the Grand Strand Area Transportation Study Committee, and serves on the C.S.S. Hunley Commission.
In addition to his public service, Senator Goldfinch is a JAG officer in the Army National Guard.
He and Renee are active members of First Baptist Church of Murrells Inlet and are proud parents to their daughter, Hadlee, and son, Stephen “Tripp.” The Goldfinch family is deeply involved in their community and passionate about service. Avid outdoors enthusiasts, they enjoy hunting, fishing, and traveling—especially to Southern Africa. Senator Goldfinch is also a licensed pilot, certified boat captain, and master scuba diver with a strong commitment to preserving South Carolina’s coastal resources.