About Shalom D. Jacks

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

January 5, 2026

5 things you should know about asbestos Causes, Not Just Cases

by: John E. Herrick

April 1, 2024

Yes, asbestos risks are still a concern

by: Anne McGinness Kearse

February 9, 2023

End of the Road for the “Texas Two-Step”? Causes, Not Just Cases

by: Louis M. Bograd

News

April 28, 2025

The history and legacy of Workers’ Memorial Day

by:
M. Nolan Webb

April 1, 2025

Finish the asbestos ban to improve worker safety

by:
Nathan D. Finch

 

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Areas of Law

  • Other 3
    • Asbestos Exposure
    • Personal Injury Lawsuits
    • Toxic Exposure

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Associate
    Firm Name
    Motley Rice LLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Casework: East Palestine Train Derailment: Learn more about the Norfolk Southern Derailment, what caused it
    the hazardous materials released.
    Toxic Exposure Transportation Accident Lawsuits
    Active Case
    Asbestos Products: Asbestos products include building materials, automotive, fireproofing/fire-resistant
    beauty products
    Asbestos Exposure Toxic Exposure
    Active Case
    Asbestos-Related Diseases: Asbestos-related diseases include severe conditions, such as mesothelioma, lung cancer
    asbestosis
    Asbestos Exposure
    Active Case
    Household Exposure to Asbestos: Household asbestos exposure may cause serious illnesses. Learn about dealing with asbestos in your home.
    Asbestos Exposure
    Active Case
    Secondh
    Asbestos Exposure: Secondh
    asbestos exposure may lead to mesothelioma
    other diseases. Learn more here.
    Toxic Exposure Asbestos Exposure
    Active Case
    Wrongful Death Lawsuits: Survivors can seek compensation for a loved one's fatal injury. Learn more about wrongful death lawsuits
    Personal Injury Lawsuits
    Active Case
    Mesothelioma Lawyer: Asbestos Exposure
    Mesothelioma is primarily associated with asbestos exposure
    can occur 10 to 60 years after the initial exposure. We have worked with thous
    s of victims of mesothelioma from asbestos exposure.
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    South Carolina
    Memberships

    Associations

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

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of South Carolina School of Law
    Class of 2015
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Brenau University
    Class of 2007
    B.B.A.
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  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Motley Rice LLC has 120 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Shalom D. Jacks attended University of South Carolina School of Law.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Motley Rice LLC was established in 2003.