Gina M. Jacobs

Gina M. Jacobs is a seasoned corporate attorney and partner in the Corporate Practice Group, bringing more than 30 years of experience in business planning, commercial transactions, and mergers and acquisitions. She is a trusted advisor to privately held businesses, providing strategic guidance on contracting, finance, acquisitions, and divestitures. Her deep knowledge of commercial law makes her an invaluable resource for companies across diverse industries.

Gina earned her Juris Doctor magna cum laude from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 1983, where she served as Research Editor for the Mississippi Law Journal. She also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, summa cum laude, from the University of Mississippi. Her educational background and decades of legal experience have shaped her ability to handle complex corporate matters with precision and insight.

In her practice, Gina M. Jacobs counsels borrowers and lenders in structuring and documenting secured and unsecured credit facilities, including working capital, property acquisition, and equipment financing. She has extensive experience handling a variety of collateral, from securities accounts and intellectual property to machinery and stock interests. Additionally, she leverages her commercial and lending transactions expertise to help clients maximize recovery for troubled loans.

Recognized for her legal excellence, Gina has been named Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Corporate Law and Mergers & Acquisitions Law. She has been consistently listed in Chambers USA and Mid-South Super Lawyers. She is an active member of the American Bar Association, Mississippi Bar, and Business Reform Committees. Her commitment to providing sophisticated legal solutions has earned her a reputation as a top-tier corporate attorney dedicated to helping businesses grow, navigate complex transactions, and achieve their long-term objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Jones Walker LLP
• Member, American Bar Association, Section of Business Law
• Member, The Mississippi Bar, Section of Business Law
• Member, Capitol Area Bar Association
• Member, Mississippi Secretary of State’s Business Reform Committee

Licensed State

• Mississippi

Education

• The University of Mississippi School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Mississippi
  BBA with Summa Cum Laude

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