Jacob Powell

Senior Litigation Counsel

J.D., Georgetown University Law Center

14+ years experience

Credentials

Jacob Powell is a Senior Litigation Counsel at Sterling & Finch LLP, bringing over 14 years of dedicated experience to the field of personal injury law. She earned her Juris Doctor from the Georgetown University Law Center, where she graduated with honors, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Howard University. Jacob's practice is deeply rooted in advocating for victims of catastrophic neurological injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage. Her professional philosophy centers on meticulous preparation, compassionate client advocacy, and a relentless pursuit of justice, ensuring that her clients receive the comprehensive care and compensation they deserve. She is a contributing author to the acclaimed 'Compendium of Tort Law: Emerging Trends in Injury Litigation' and frequently lectures on advanced strategies for proving causation in severe injury claims. Readers can expect her articles to offer insightful analysis, practical legal strategies, and a clear understanding of the medical complexities involved in various injury types, all presented with an authoritative yet accessible voice

Articles by Jacob Powell

Injury Types

Alpharetta Workers’ Comp: 2026 Claim Success Secrets

Workers in Alpharetta face a range of hazards daily, and when accidents happen, understanding the common injuries in Alpharetta workers’ compensation cases becomes paramount for…

Jacob Powell · 20/05/2026 · 10 min read

Injury Types

Dunwoody Workers’ Comp: 40% Back Injuries in 2026

Working in Dunwoody, Georgia, carries its own set of occupational hazards, and understanding the common injuries seen in local workers’ compensation cases is vital for…

Jacob Powell · 17/05/2026 · 9 min read

Injury Types

Alpharetta Workers’ Comp: 31.7% Are Soft Tissue

Did you know that over 30% of all workers’ compensation claims in Georgia involve soft tissue injuries, often sidelining workers for weeks or even months?…

Jacob Powell · 12/05/2026 · 8 min read

Injury Types

GA Workers’ Comp: Why 60% of Claims Fail

Navigating the complexities of Georgia workers’ compensation claims can feel like an uphill battle, especially when proving fault. In fact, a staggering 60% of initial…

Jacob Powell · 29/04/2026 · 9 min read

Injury Types

GA Workers’ Comp: 5 Myths That Kill Your Claim

When it comes to workers’ compensation claims in Georgia, especially for those injured along the busy I-75 corridor leading into and out of Atlanta, there’s…

Jacob Powell · 26/04/2026 · 10 min read

Injury Types

Macon Workers’ Comp: Don’t Fall for Employer Myths

The amount of misinformation circulating about a Macon workers’ compensation settlement is staggering, often leaving injured workers confused and vulnerable. Navigating the legalities of a…

Jacob Powell · 25/04/2026 · 9 min read