J.A. Sowell

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Overview

J.A. Sowell is a partner at ELPO Law, where he represents individuals, businesses, municipalities, and property owners across Kentucky in a broad range of civil litigation and advisory matters. Since joining the firm as an associate attorney in August 2017, Mr. Sowell has built a practice focused on delivering practical, results-oriented counsel tailored to the needs of his clients.

A native of Bowling Green, Mr. Sowell is passionate about serving the southcentral Kentucky community and providing trusted legal representation to clients facing complex disputes and day-to-day legal challenges alike.

Mr. Sowell earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, cum laude, from Western Kentucky University in 2013. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law.

His practice includes personal injury litigation involving motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall claims, and premises liability matters – representing both plaintiffs and defendants. He also regularly handles defense litigation for municipalities and governmental entities across Kentucky, including counties, sheriff’s departments, and jails, along with defending electric utility and telecommunication companies.

In addition, Mr. Sowell advises business owners in commercial and business litigation matters, assists clients with contract drafting and dispute resolution, represents landlords in landlord-tenant matters, and handles collections litigation.

Since 2019, Mr. Sowell has served on the Board of Directors for The Salvation Army of Bowling Green, reflecting his longstanding commitment to community service and civic leadership in the Southcentral Kentucky area. Mr. Sowell has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants and Plaintiffs and Corporate Law from 2021-2026.

 

GOOGLE REVIEWS:

“I have known ELPO Law for over two decades, and I have met some great people! I can’t find words to express my gratitude enough to ELPO Law and my favorite people; Donna Carver, Kurt Maier, and J.A. Sowell! They have done so much for me and my family over the years! That always do the best for their clients and I will always greatly appreciate their support and their great work!! They are very caring, hard working team and they will do everything in their power to get the best results! Every case they have had taken on for me and my family, we were at ease that it will be handled in very professional manner. I am very much satisfied that I have met this great team of people!!! Thank you so very much for everything you all do!! I would recommend ELPO Law and their Great team of lawyers to handle any possible case you might have with a great success!!!”

“This is the only law firm I will ever use. Great people and great atmosphere. Not mention J.A. and Donna work so hard to make sure me and my kids were well taken care of and got everything we needed and deserved! Best lawyers in Bowling Green.” – Adele McGuire

“J.A Sowell is the best Attorney in Kentucky. He handled my case with care and made sure I got all I deserve. I recommend him 110% for any accident situation you ever encounter.” – Emmanuel Dasor

 

Credentials

BAR ADMISSIONS

  • Kentucky, 2017
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky, 2018
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, 2020

EDUCATION

Affiliations

Community Involvement

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Kentucky, Board of Directors, 2018-2019
  • The Salvation Army, Advisory Board, 2019-present
  • Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Bowling Green, Class of 2019
  • Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals (YPBG), 2019-present
  • ELEVATE Kentucky, Class of 2023

Recognition

  • Best Lawyers Ones to Watch, 2021-2026- Corporate Law, Personal Injury Litigation- Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation- Plaintiffs

J.A. Sowell is a partner at ELPO Law, where he represents individuals, businesses, municipalities, and property owners across Kentucky in a broad range of civil litigation and advisory matters. Since joining the firm as an associate attorney in August 2017, Mr. Sowell has built a practice focused on delivering practical, results-oriented counsel tailored to the needs of his clients.

A native of Bowling Green, Mr. Sowell is passionate about serving the southcentral Kentucky community and providing trusted legal representation to clients facing complex disputes and day-to-day legal challenges alike.

Mr. Sowell earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, cum laude, from Western Kentucky University in 2013. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law.

His practice includes personal injury litigation involving motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall claims, and premises liability matters – representing both plaintiffs and defendants. He also regularly handles defense litigation for municipalities and governmental entities across Kentucky, including counties, sheriff’s departments, and jails, along with defending electric utility and telecommunication companies.

In addition, Mr. Sowell advises business owners in commercial and business litigation matters, assists clients with contract drafting and dispute resolution, represents landlords in landlord-tenant matters, and handles collections litigation.

Since 2019, Mr. Sowell has served on the Board of Directors for The Salvation Army of Bowling Green, reflecting his longstanding commitment to community service and civic leadership in the Southcentral Kentucky area. Mr. Sowell has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants and Plaintiffs and Corporate Law from 2021-2026.

 

GOOGLE REVIEWS:

“I have known ELPO Law for over two decades, and I have met some great people! I can’t find words to express my gratitude enough to ELPO Law and my favorite people; Donna Carver, Kurt Maier, and J.A. Sowell! They have done so much for me and my family over the years! That always do the best for their clients and I will always greatly appreciate their support and their great work!! They are very caring, hard working team and they will do everything in their power to get the best results! Every case they have had taken on for me and my family, we were at ease that it will be handled in very professional manner. I am very much satisfied that I have met this great team of people!!! Thank you so very much for everything you all do!! I would recommend ELPO Law and their Great team of lawyers to handle any possible case you might have with a great success!!!”

“This is the only law firm I will ever use. Great people and great atmosphere. Not mention J.A. and Donna work so hard to make sure me and my kids were well taken care of and got everything we needed and deserved! Best lawyers in Bowling Green.” – Adele McGuire

“J.A Sowell is the best Attorney in Kentucky. He handled my case with care and made sure I got all I deserve. I recommend him 110% for any accident situation you ever encounter.” – Emmanuel Dasor

 

BAR ADMISSIONS

  • Kentucky, 2017
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky, 2018
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, 2020

EDUCATION

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Kentucky, Board of Directors, 2018-2019
  • The Salvation Army, Advisory Board, 2019-present
  • Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Bowling Green, Class of 2019
  • Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals (YPBG), 2019-present
  • ELEVATE Kentucky, Class of 2023

  • Best Lawyers Ones to Watch, 2021-2026- Corporate Law, Personal Injury Litigation- Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation- Plaintiffs