Jennifer Jones Skipper
Insurance Law
Insurance Law
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Jennifer is a partner in Balch’s Jackson office and holds licenses in Texas, Arkansas and Mississippi. She is an experienced litigation attorney who practices primary in the areas of product liability, toxic and environmental torts, wrongful death, and negligence cases. For more than 18 years Jennifer has defended a myriad of product manufacturers and possesses specialized knowledge in silica litigation defense. Jennifer has defended thousands of silica claims across the Southeast for large multi-national corporations to small closely-held family businesses. Jennifer has obtained innumerable voluntary dismissals for her clients as a result of an innovative motion practice, skillful deposition questioning, and artful discovery. She conceptualized, drafted, and won a never-before-tried defense on behalf of an air compressor company which ended silica suits against it nationwide. Jennifer was also a member of the first ever silica case to be tried to verdict in Mississippi -- a defense verdict.Currently she is focused on defending serial actions being filed throughout the country involving mold.Jennifer focuses on building long-term relationships with her clients who can rely on her results-driven, professional and efficient approach to each case. Jennifer is a partner in Balch’s Jackson office and holds licenses in Texas, Arkansas and Mississippi. She is an experienced litigation attorney who practices primary in the areas of product liability, toxic and environmental torts, wrongful death, and negligence cases. For more than 18 years Jennifer has defended a myriad of product manufacturers and possesses specialized knowledge in silica litigation defense. Jennifer has defended thousands of silica claims across the Southeast for large multi-national corporations to small closely-held family businesses. Jennifer has obtained innumerable voluntary dismissals for her clients as a result of an innovative motion practice, skillful deposition questioning, and artful discovery. She conceptualized, drafted, and won a never-before-tried defense on behalf of an air compressor company which ended silica suits against it nationwide. Jennifer was also a member of the first ever silica case to be tried to verdict in Mississippi -- a defense verdict.Currently she is focused on defending serial actions being filed throughout the country involving mold.Jennifer focuses on building long-term relationships with her clients who can rely on her results-driven, professional and efficient approach to each case. Jennifer is a partner in Balch’s Jackson office and holds licenses in Texas, Arkansas and Mississippi. She is an experienced litigation attorney who practices primary in the areas of product liability, toxic and environmental torts, wrongful death, and negligence cases. For more than 18 years Jennifer has defended a myriad of product manufacturers and possesses specialized knowledge in silica litigation defense. Jennifer has defended thousands of silica claims across the Southeast for large multi-national corporations to small closely-held family businesses. Jennifer has obtained innumerable voluntary dismissals for her clients as a result of an innovative motion practice, skillful deposition questioning, and artful discovery. She conceptualized, drafted, and won a never-before-tried defense on behalf of an air compressor company which ended silica suits against it nationwide. Jennifer was also a member of the first ever silica case to be tried to verdict in Mississippi -- a defense verdict. Currently she is focused on defending serial actions being filed throughout the country involving mold. Jennifer focuses on building long-term relationships with her clients who can rely on her results-driven, professional and efficient approach to each case.
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Betty Hall
When our manufacturing company faced a significant product liability lawsuit in Mississippi, the stakes were incredibly high. We engaged Jennifer Jones Skipper at Balch & Bingham, and it was the best decision we could have made. With over two decades of experience, Jennifer’s deep knowledge of both Mississippi law and the intricate details of product liability defense was immediately apparent. Her background in insurance law and mass tort litigation was invaluable, as she expertly navigated the complexities of our case, which involved multi-state considerations. Jennifer was not only a strategic and formidable litigator but also a clear communicator who kept us informed at every turn. Her professionalism and meticulous preparation were unmatched, ultimately leading to a highly favorable settlement that protected our business. Her recognition in the legal community is well-deserved. For any serious litigation matter in the region, Jennifer is the attorney you want in your corner.