Jerrauld Jones

Jerrauld “Jay” Jones is the Democratic nominee in 89th District in the House of Delegates. Guided by his family’s example and legacy, Jay strives to make a positive impact in his community each and every day.

Jay has served as a mentor with the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization, and served as a tutor and mentor to local schoolchildren. Jay has significant experience with the Virginia legislature, having served as a page in the Virginia House of Delegates during the 2003 General Assembyl session, and as a legislative intern to Del. Paula Miller and Del. Algie Howell.

Currently, Jay serves as a member of the board of the Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern Virginia. He is also a board member of Festevents, Ltd., the Elizabeth River Trail Foundation, and the Old Dominion University Athletic Foundation’s Next Generation Board. Jay is a lifelong member of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception.

Jay completed his undergraduate studies at the College of William and Mary, where he was a double major in Government and History, and obtained his law degree from the University of Virginia. Upon graduation from law school, Jay began practicing law in Norfolk, where he is currently a partner with Bischoff Martingayle P.C. Prior to attending law school, Jay was an associate with Goldman Sachs where he focused on risk management and rating advisory.