John A. "Jay" Jones is a partner at Gallivan, White & Boyd and practices law in the firm's Charleston, South Carolina office. A top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Construction, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, Jay has been recognized since 2025.
Jay is an experienced civil litigator who counsels individuals, businesses and professionals throughout South Carolina. His practice focuses on complex litigation, including serious personal injury and wrongful death, business and commercial disputes, products liability, professional negligence and construction defect claims. He has defended a broad array of product manufacturers in industries including building products, heavy machinery, industrial equipment and appliances. Jay has significant experience in transportation litigation, including rideshare liability.
In addition, Jay is an active mediator who enjoys assisting others to resolve their disputes. He is adept at dealing with complex and nuanced issues as well as challenging personalities. This has allowed him to foster a reputation for handling difficult cases, and he frequently defends cases involving multimillion-dollar claims.
Jay strives to understand the needs and objectives of his clients and provide the highest level of client service while delivering efficient and effective representation.