Morris James partner Francis “Pete” J. Jones Jr. received the First State Distinguished Service Award at the 2019 Bench and Bar Conference, Morris James announced.

The award is given to attorneys who demonstrate leadership and service in the legal profession and the community at large.

Jones focuses his practice on personal injury matters, litigating claims related to automobile accidents, defective products and premises liability. He also represents individuals against carriers in insurance coverage disputes.

Jones practices in alternative dispute resolution as well, acting as an arbitrator and mediator on personal injury matters.