Jayla Cooley

Get to Know Attorney Jayla Cooley — Committed. Skilled. On Your Side. Jayla Cooley is a dedicated trial attorney and first-generation college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Texas State University. A native of Houston, Texas, she moved to Atlanta to earn her law degree from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, where she was actively involved in advocacy and leadership. While in law school, she competed on the Moot Court Trial Advocacy Team and served as Vice President of the Sports & Entertainment Law Association. Jayla began her legal career as an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Martin & Associates, where she focused on personal injury litigation. There, she developed a strong reputation for fighting to obtain full and fair compensation for injured clients. Today, Jayla manages her own practice while co-counseling with respected attorneys across Georgia. She is committed to building a law firm grounded in empathy, integrity, and results. “My goal is to grow a practice that puts people first. Clients deserve to be heard, respected, and fiercely represented,” she says. Jayla is a proud member of several professional organizations, including the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA), the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL), and the American Association for Justice (AAJ). These memberships help her stay current on the law and strengthen her ability to resolve complex cases efficiently and effectively. When she’s not in the courtroom, Jayla enjoys traveling, cooking global cuisines, and spending time outdoors with her dogs. She also gives back through community initiatives and enjoys mentoring young professionals entering the legal field. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Jayla Cooley included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Jayla Cooley Included on the 2026Georgia Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers list

• Lead Attorney

• Law Offices of Martin & Associates, Associate Attorney

• Georgia, 2020

• GA Trial Lawyers Association GTLA
• Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL)
• Dekalb County Bar Association
• Stonewall Association