Jeffrey A. McKenzie

Partner • Dentons - Louisville, KY

Jeffrey A. McKenzie

Jeff McKenzie serves as corporate, transactional, and business counsel to a wide range of clients, with experience spanning mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, financing, governance, and regulatory compliance. He has negotiated billions of dollars in economic incentives and advised on complex development projects, including real estate acquisition, rezoning, construction, and large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

His practice includes extensive work in the distilled spirits sector, where he advises producers and related businesses on regulatory matters, project development, and strategic growth. In addition to beverage alcohol, Jeff represents clients across industries including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, logistics, construction, and consumer products, providing practical guidance on both day-to-day operations and high-value transactions.

Jeff is consistently recognized as a leading business lawyer, including by Chambers USA and Best Lawyers in America. He is also active in civic and industry leadership, with longstanding involvement in organizations supporting economic development and the continued growth of the bourbon industry.