Johnae’ J. Jones

Johnae’ J. Jones is a Louisiana attorney known for warm communication, determined advocacy, and a client-centered approach. Born and raised in Donaldsonville, she brings community values, resilience, and a strong sense of fairness to her legal work. Her background reflects a commitment to helping people feel heard while pursuing practical and fair outcomes. She assists clients with matters involving family, juvenile, civil, and criminal law.

Johnae’ earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Louisiana State University in 2019. She earned her Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center in 2022. Her English studies strengthened her writing, analysis, and communication skills, while law school developed her advocacy and dispute-resolution foundation. During law school, she participated in the Mediation Clinic, where she helped individuals address conflict through respectful discussion, preparation, and practical guidance.

Johnae’ has gained legal experience through public service, courtroom exposure, and judicial work. She worked at the Louisiana State Capitol before serving as a judicial law clerk. In that role, she worked with several Honorable Pro Tempore Judges and an elected judge on criminal, juvenile, family, and civil matters. Those experiences gave her insight into courtroom procedure, judicial decision-making, and the importance of protecting each client’s rights.

Johnae’ J. Jones brings compassion, preparation, and strength to every matter she handles. Clients value her approachable manner, clear explanations, and ability to advocate with both empathy and fire. Her work is shaped by integrity, communication, and a belief that every client deserves to be treated with dignity. Through legal advocacy, community service, public speaking, and nonprofit involvement, she continues to serve others while pursuing justice for people facing difficult legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Becnel Law Firm
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association
• Law Clerk, Law Office of Lewis-Crawford
• Judicial Law Clerk, Ascension Parish Government
• Administrative Assistant, Louisiana House of Representatives
• Educator, South Baton Rouge Charter Academy
• Teaching Assistant, Southern University Law Center

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Southern University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Louisiana State University
  Bachelor of Arts in English

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