about us
The People and Experience Behind Jakes Law Firm
Proudly serving Clarkston and the surrounding community with legal guidance rooted in personal attention, direct communication, and a commitment to helping people through difficult situations.
Built Around Direct Attorney Access and Local Service
Many people seeking legal help are frustrated by large firms where communication feels impersonal and clients rarely know who is handling their case. Jakes Law Firm was established in Clarkston in 2018 to provide a more direct and relationship-focused experience for individuals facing personal injury and Social Security disability matters. The firm's family-based structure combines local accessibility with focused experience in the areas clients need most, including injury claims, disability applications, and disability appeals. That approach allows clients to work directly with the attorneys responsible for their matter while receiving clear communication and consistent guidance throughout the process.
Our Mission
We exist to provide straightforward legal guidance that helps people feel informed, supported, and confident during some of life's most challenging moments.
What You Can Expect From Us Every Day
Direct Communication
When you contact our office, you'll know who is handling your matter and where to turn for answers. Clear communication helps reduce uncertainty and allows you to make informed decisions throughout the legal process.
Personal Attention
Every case involves unique circumstances that deserve thoughtful consideration. A smaller firm structure allows us to understand your goals, answer questions directly, and provide guidance tailored to your situation.
Focused Legal Practice
Our work centers on personal injury and Social Security disability matters rather than trying to be everything to everyone. That focused approach helps clients receive representation aligned with the issues they are facing.
Professional Leadership
Active participation in respected legal organizations helps us stay informed about developments affecting injury and disability law. Clients benefit from attorneys who remain engaged with the broader legal community and ongoing professional education.
Meet the Attorneys Guiding Your Case
Sydney Jakes
Attorney
Sydney Jakes has more than a decade of experience representing individuals in personal injury and Social Security disability matters. Her practice focuses on helping injured individuals and disability claimants navigate complex legal processes while maintaining clear communication throughout every stage of representation.
Sydney has held leadership roles within the American Bar Association related to automobile litigation and remains actively involved in several respected legal organizations, including the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA), the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR), the American Association for Justice (AAJ), and the American Bar Association (ABA). Her experience allows clients to work with an attorney whose practice is centered on the exact types of claims many visitors are searching for when they arrive at Jakes Law Firm.
Samuel Jakes
Attorney
Samuel Jakes helps support the firm's mission of providing approachable, client-focused legal representation. Together, the father-daughter team offers clients the benefit of working with attorneys who value personal relationships, accessibility, and consistent communication throughout the legal process.
Proudly Serving Clarkston and the Surrounding Community
Since opening its Clarkston office in 2018, Jakes Law Firm has focused on serving individuals and families throughout DeKalb County, metro Atlanta, and surrounding communities. Our office on Montreal Road provides a convenient local resource for people seeking guidance after accidents or while pursuing disability benefits. We regularly work with clients from Decatur, Tucker, and neighboring communities who want a law firm that is accessible and responsive. Whether someone calls, visits, or submits a message online, our goal is to provide straightforward answers and meaningful support from the very first conversation.
Get Answers From Attorneys You Can Actually Reach
Many people contact Jakes Law Firm because they want legal guidance from a team that is accessible, established, and focused on their concerns. If you're dealing with a personal injury matter or questions about Social Security disability benefits, we're here to help you understand your options and determine your next steps.
