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Jones Cork is pleased to announce that Benjamin (Ben) Claxton, Sr. has been named a Partner in our firm. Mr. Claxton joined Jones Cork, LLP in June of 2021 after practicing for six years in Mississippi.  Mr. Claxton focuses his practice on general civil litigation, and has experience representing individuals, insurance companies, and businesses in…
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Throughout the 1970’s, Jones Cork attorneys were frequently included on the guest list for the Capricorn Records Annual Barbeque & Summer Games, initially held at Phil Walden’s lake home, and later at (the former) Lakeside Park in Macon near Jeffersonville Road. Other notable guests included members of the Allman Brothers Band, Cher, Wet Willie, Georgia’s…
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This year marks our 150th anniversary as a practicing law firm in Macon. Not many companies, or law firms, can boast a long and rich legacy as we’ve enjoyed. So, you’ll forgive us if we take some time throughout this year to reflect on and remember our past. It’s only fitting that we start our…
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MACON, GA – The historic law firm, Jones Cork, is delighted to announce its 150th anniversary as a practicing law firm in Georgia. Jones Cork will mark the occasion over the year with a series of reflections and celebrations of their accomplishments throughout Macon and Georgia. Founded in 1872 by Isaac Hardeman and James H.…
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Please check out Middle Georgia Justice’s 2nd Annual “A Taste For Justice” virtual fundraising event and consider making a donation. Middle Georgia Justice strives to provide legal assistance for everyone in Middle Georgia who needs legal assistance but cannot afford it. Jones Cork is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor of the event and Partner…
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After 30 years of serving as the Chancellor of the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church – the legal advisor to the Bishop and the Annual Conference – Warren Plowden, currently of counsel at Jones Cork, is passing the gavel. Jones Cork Partner, Cater C. Thompson, who has served since 2015 as Associate…
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During the current Coronavirus Emergency, effective Monday, March 23, 2020 until further notice, the firm’s lobby and telephone switchboard operational hours have been reduced to 9:00 am until 5:00 pm (except during lunchtime from noon until 12:30 pm), and will be active Monday through Thursday only. At Jones Cork, we are dedicated to meeting our…
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As the 2019 Holiday season approaches, we can all take time to help the less fortunate in Middle Georgia.  Kids Yule Love is a local charity that has been providing families in need with a bit of Christmas magic since 1986. Kid’s Yule Love’s mission is to provide toys, gifts and bibles to the less…
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At its November 15, 2019 meeting, the Macon Bar Association recognized its members who had been in practice for 50 years.  This included W. Warren Plowden, Jr., of counsel to Jones Cork, LLP, shown on the left in the accompanying photograph.  Warren joined the firm in 1971 after serving as a law clerk to Judge…
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On October 18, 2019, Wesleyan College recognized Warren Plowden for his 45 years of outstanding legal service as Wesleyan’s College Attorney.  Wesleyan is a private, liberal arts women’s college located in Macon, and is the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. Warren, who is presently of counsel with Jones Cork,…
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