Shalom D. Jacks

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Shalom D. Jacks: Attorney with Motley Rice LLC

Biography

Shalom Jacks seeks justice for workers and families who are battling debilitating occupational illnesses, including mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases, as well as severe workplace injuries caused by corporate negligence and malfeasance.

Shalom advocates for victims of asbestos-related diseases by helping clients navigate requirements in complex bankruptcy claim audits.

Prior to joining Motley Rice, Shalom gained legal experience as an extern for the 11th Circuit Public Defender’s Office in Lexington, S.C., where she performed legal research and discovery for a variety of criminal proceedings. She served as an intern for U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel, for the District of South Carolina. Shalom also gained experience in matrimonial law as an intern with a law firm in Summerville, S.C.

While pursuing her legal studies, Shalom advocated for victims of domestic violence as a member of Voices Against Violence, an American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division program.

In addition to her work with Motley Rice, Shalom investigates claims of dishonest conduct as a member of the Lawyer’s Fund for Client Protection of the South Carolina Bar and helps obtain compensation for victims. She also serves as an advocate for neglected and abused children as a Guardian Ad Litem.

Blog Posts

April 6, 2026

Top 10 Asbestos Myths: Debunked

by: Shalom D. Jacks

News

July 8, 2026

What Is A Permissible Exposure Limit?

by:
Anne McGinness Kearse

July 7, 2026

2026 Asbestos Use Report

by:
John D. Hurst
Nathan D. Finch

Areas of Practice (3)

  • Asbestos Exposure
  • Personal Injury Lawsuits
  • Toxic Exposure

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Brenau University, B.B.A., 2007
Law School Attended:
University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., 2015
Year of First Admission:
2015
Admission:
South Carolina
Memberships:

Associations

•American Bar Association
•South Carolina Bar Association, Lawyer's Fund for Client Protection
•Charleston County Bar Association

Reported Cases:
Casework: Electrician Asbestos Exposure: Electricians can be exposed to asbestos through electrical products and other building materials. Exposure can cause asbestos-related illnesses, including mesothelioma.; Combustion Engineering: Combustion Engineering manufactured asbestos fuel burning equipment. It faced thousands of lawsuits and created a bankruptcy trust to handle claims.; Johns Manville & Asbestos: Johns Manville, Inc. manufactured and distributed asbestos products. Learn about the company's asbestos history and asbestos compensation trust.; John Crane Company & Asbestos: For decades, John Crane, Inc. made asbestos containing products. Learn about the company's history and current financial status.; Asbestos Companies: Asbestos companies may be liable for diseases caused by asbestos exposure. If you were harmed, you may be eligible to seek compensation.; East Palestine Train Derailment: Learn more about the Norfolk Southern Derailment, what caused it and the hazardous materials released.; Asbestos Products: Asbestos products include building materials, automotive, fireproofing/fire-resistant and beauty products; Asbestos-Related Diseases: Asbestos-related diseases include severe conditions, such as mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis; Household Exposure to Asbestos: Household asbestos exposure may cause serious illnesses. Learn about dealing with asbestos in your home.; Secondhand Asbestos Exposure: Secondhand asbestos exposure may lead to mesothelioma and other diseases. Learn more here.; Wrongful Death Lawsuits: Survivors can seek compensation for a loved one's fatal injury. Learn more about wrongful death lawsuits; Mesothelioma Lawyer: Mesothelioma is primarily associated with asbestos exposure and can occur 10 to 60 years after the initial exposure. We have worked with thousands of victims of mesothelioma from asbestos exposure.
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