Sharon Geuea Jones is a policy professional and attorney in Missouri. She has advocated on behalf of her clients in the legislature since 2002. Her specialty is working with advocacy groups to make their voice heard, especially when their issue is unpopular in the legislature. She has written multiple articles for professional publications and is a frequent speaker on issues of advocacy and legal strategy.
Sharon earned her Juris doctorate in 2012 from the University of Missouri Columbia, School of Law while working as the Director of Government Relations for the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. She has been recognized by Missouri Times 100 People to know list every year since 2013. She currently resides in Columbia, Missouri.
You can view her full resume HERE.
QUOTES AND APPEARANCES
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MATA (and most other attorneys) Support the Plan, Guest Columnist, The Missouri Times
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Top Missouri Senator Seeks Overhaul of Consumer Law, AP Story, Quoted
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Farmers Seek Legal Protection for AgriTourism, Jacob Fenston, Radio Story on Legislative Effort
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Missouri Legislature Chips Away at Lawsuits with Veto Overrides, St. Louis Post Dispatch, Quoted
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
I strongly believe that an attorney has an obligation to use their skills to help people and to improve the reputation of attorneys and the court system generally. To that end, I look for opportunities to serve individuals and associations who need legal counsel.
Mid Missouri Legal Services
MMLS runs an uncontested divorce clinic at which I volunteer monthly. I have also taken pro bono family law cases.
Missouri Trial Lawyers Care
MATA has partnered with the Missouri Red Cross to provide legal services to individuals who are recovering from a natural disaster. MO TLC also does charitable events with food banks, habitat for humanity, and coat drives.
CoMo Roller Derby League
I volunteer as legal counsel for the local roller derby league. I write and review their venue and sponsorship contracts as well as their liability waivers and safety policies. In addition, I serve as the Head Non-Skating Official for the League.