As a member of the firm’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice, Breyonnia represents individuals and businesses in all aspects of commercial and civil litigation in state court. Breyonnia is committed to providing practical advice and maintaining consistent communication with her clients, ensuring they are informed at every stage of the process.
During her time at Penn State Law, Breyonnia gained experience representing victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through her externship. She also advocated for underserved individuals in family law matters as part of the Family Law Clinic. Her clinical work, together with her coursework, strengthened her ability to advocate effectively for clients, leading to her earning a concentration in advocacy and litigation from Penn State Law.
Breyonnia is resident in the firm’s Bridgeport office.
KaDeidra S. E. Baker-Pettis came to the law with a clear purpose: to stand beside people when they need someone in their corner the most. Whether representing a juvenile facing the court system for the first time or someone accused of a crime with serious life consequences, she shows up prepared and fully invested in the people she serves.
Prior to joining the firm, Attorney Baker-Pettis served as an Assistant Public Defender at the Gaston County Public Defender’s Office, where she represented adults and juveniles in district court, superior court, and juvenile court. She handled motions practice, conducted hearings, and maintained close communication with clients throughout their cases. Before working as a Gaston County Public Defender, Ms. Baker-Pettis worked as a Generalist and Domestic Violence Staff Attorney at Pisgah Legal Services in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, representing survivors of domestic violence in custody, divorce, and Domestic Violence Protective Order proceedings. She also coordinated the firm's internship program, working directly with law students and helping guide them through the demands of public interest legal work.
Attorney Baker-Pettis earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from North Carolina Central University School of Law, where she received a Certificate in Civil Rights & Constitutional Law. She served as a Senior Editor on the Science and Intellectual Property Law Review and published a law review article on Indigenous appropriation and intellectual property protections. She was honored with the Office of Engagement Student Service Impact Award and a North Carolina Bar Association Pro Bono Certificate of Recognition. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Wake Forest University, with minors in American Ethnic Studies and Women and Gender Studies and was recognized with the Department of Sociology Community Engagement Award.
Attorney Baker-Pettis is an active member of the Gaston County Bar Association and serves in a leadership role with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Omega Sigma Omega Chapter, where she has been the Connections and Social Action Chairperson and previously served as Chapter Secretary.
Mark grew up in York County, spending much of his formidable years with his grandma. After completing his undergraduate studies, he volunteered with AmeriCorps City Year as a corps member in Los Angeles. It was during this time he realized the value of addressing systemic issues through law. After earning his law degree, Mark clerked for the Honorable Jocelyn Newman and practiced education law and employment law at a defense firm, gaining insights that now inform his work representing plaintiffs.
In law school, he held various leadership roles, including serving as a Student Ambassador, Student Bar Association Senator, President of the Christian Legal Society, Southern Region Board Member of the National Black Law Students Association, Trial Advocacy Board Member, and pupil member of the James L. Petigru chapter of the American Inns of Court.
While initially drawn to education law, Mark realized his passion lay in directly helping individuals, leading him to transition to personal injury law. He was inspired to join Joye Law Firm Injury Lawyers because of its strong commitment to giving back to the community and Mark actively participates in the firm’s volunteer initiatives.
In his free time, Mark enjoys quality time with his family, staying active, and nurturing his faith.
Jeff Preptit is a Tennessee Native and the son of Haitian immigrants. Jeff grew up in East Tennessee with a deep reverence for service to the community. He attended Milligan College where he earned a degree in Political Science. While at Milligan, he worked to increase the level of representation at every level. He served as a direct appointment to a task force responsible for hiring a more representative faculty and staff in addition to being a member of several student organizations. After Milligan, he worked with the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism as an open source intelligence analyst before starting law school. During his first year of law school, he helped to create the Charlotte Community Coalition and the Heal Charlotte Initiative in the wake of the shooting death of Keith Lamont Scott. He went on to graduate from Lincoln Memorial University with a law degree and immediately went to work with the Nashville Public Defender for three years before spending two years as Staff Attorney for the ACLU of Tennessee. Jeff has had success in litigating in the areas of Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, and General Litigation matters. He also serves as a Councilmember on the Metropolitan County Council of Nashville and Davidson County where he is also the Chair of the Public Health and Safety Committee.
I’m JeBria Wilson, a Columbia personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney at Joye Law Firm Injury Lawyers. Every day, I have the privilege of leveling the playing field for people across the Midlands whose lives have been turned upside down by unexpected injuries. My proudest moments are when my representation helps someone change their narrative from one of victimhood to one of survival and resilience.
After a catastrophic event, you may be facing some of the most difficult times in your life. The loss of your health or stability may leave you feeling helpless and hopeless. That’s why my approach is rooted in combining patient guidance, caring client support, and strong legal advocacy. My job is to secure the resources you need for your full medical and financial recovery, while also providing a shoulder to lean on during the tough times. As a litigator, I handle a range of complex cases, including car accidents, motorcycle crashes, slip and fall incidents, animal attacks, and other serious injuries. I also assist injured workers in resolving disputes and pursuing the workers’ compensation benefits they are owed.