Atty. Donna Brown Jacobs

Atty. Donna Brown Jacobs

Donna focuses her practice on appellate matters, pharmaceutical product liability defense, and media defense.

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Profile Summary

About Donna Brown Jacobs at a glance

Donna Brown Jacobs is a product liability and appellate attorney based in Oxford, Mississippi, practicing at Butler Snow LLP. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar. Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1988) and University of Mississippi (—, 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Oxford, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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Donna focuses her practice on appellate matters, pharmaceutical product liability defense, and media defense

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Brown Jacobs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna Brown Jacobs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Product Liability

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oxford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donna Brown Jacobs

Where is Donna Brown Jacobs's law office located?
Donna Brown Jacobs's law practice is located in Oxford, Mississippi. The firm is Butler Snow LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Brown Jacobs handle?
Donna Brown Jacobs focuses on product liability, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Donna Brown Jacobs go to law school?
Donna Brown Jacobs earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (—, 1985).
How can I contact Donna Brown Jacobs for a consultation?
You can contact Donna Brown Jacobs directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Donna Brown Jacobs received?
Donna Brown Jacobs's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Top 50: 2013 Women Mid-South Super Lawyers; Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Mississippi Super Lawyers, 2012.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1988
University of Mississippi
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50: 2013 Women Mid-South Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Mississippi Super Lawyers, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers, Appellate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Litigation: Appellate
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Tupelo)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Jackson (MS)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar

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