Our Attorneys The Cornwell Firm

Choose the attorneys who will fight for you. The attorneys at The Cornwell Firm, Savannah’s trusted personal injury firm, have a proven track record of getting clients the compensation that they deserve. Backed by years of experience, our attorneys know first-hand how insurance adjusters work to reduce the value of claims of those who are injured. Our attorneys will be by your side, fighting for a fair resolution to your case. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.

W. Brian Cornwell

Mr. Cornwell was born in Savannah, GA and raised in Effingham County, GA. He earned a BS in Political Science from the University of West Georgia and his Juris Doctor from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. While at Cumberland, Mr. Cornwell was named to the Dean’s List. After practicing for several years in South Carolina, Mr. Cornwell returned home to Savannah and worked several years with another local personal injury firm. Mr. Cornwell founded the firm in 2017 and handles matters throughout the states of Georgia and South Carolina.

Mr. Cornwell concentrates his practice on the representation of clients who have received injuries through the negligence of others as well as property owners who have been damaged because of negligent and faulty construction.

Mr. Cornwell was the lead attorney in the seminal case of Jane Doe vs. USA Gymnastics. Mr. Cornwell represented a former gymnast who was sexually assaulted by a USA Gymnastics member coach. The case garnered national and international attention and has been featured in the USA Today, IndyStar, and Washington Post. The case was the catalyst for the investigation into USA Gymnastics and led to the revelations of sexual abuse by the national team doctor Larry Nassar. Mr. Cornwell has represented Nassar victims in Michigan and other athletes throughout the country in their claims for abuse by coaches. Mr. Cornwell has also lectured on the topic of sexual abuse in youth-serving organizations.

As a former insurance defense lawyer, Mr. Cornwell is well-versed in how insurance companies adjust claims and uses this experience for the benefit of his clients.

Mr. Cornwell also has extensive experience in multi-party complex litigation and has represented individuals, governmental entities, universities, and both large and small corporations. As the son of a general contractor, Mr. Cornwell has extensive practical experience in the construction industry and was co-counsel for Virginia Newman in one of the leading construction insurance coverage decisions in South Carolina Auto Owners vs. Newman.

Mr. Cornwell is admitted to practice before all state courts in South Carolina and Georgia along with the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina and the Southern District of Georgia. Mr. Cornwell is also a past member of the City of Pooler’s Planning Commission. In his spare time, Mr. Cornwell enjoys traveling with his family, watching his daughters play sports, and is an avid golfer.

Amy E. Volz

Ms. Volz is a dedicated personal injury attorney with a diverse background. She grew up in the Seattle area of Washington state and spent several years in the Cincinnati area before moving to Georgia. She and her family now live in Pooler and are enjoying all the Coastal Empire has to offer.

Ms. Volz earned a BA in education from Wilmington College followed by a master’s degree in library and information science from Kent State University. She worked as a librarian for several years before her passion for learning and helping others led her to law school. Ms. Volz graduated cum laude from the University of Cincinnati School of Law where she was involved in several of the school’s publications, clubs, and clinics.

Ms. Volz began her career advocating for clients seeking workers’ compensation under the Defense Base Act. She brings a unique perspective to her work as a personal injury attorney, blending her legal expertise with her empathetic approach to client care.

Ms. Volz is committed to guiding her clients through the often complex and stressful legal process with clarity and compassion. She understands the challenges her clients face and works diligently to secure the best possible outcomes.

Ms. Volz is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association, Savannah Trial Lawyers Association, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, and the South Carolina Association for Justice.

In her spare time, Ms. Volz enjoys spending time with her family, watching her kids play sports, reading, cooking, and working in the garden.

Ms. Volz looks forward to making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.

W. Brian Cornwell

Mr. Cornwell was born in Savannah, GA and raised in Effingham County, GA. He earned a BS in Political Science from the University of West Georgia and his Juris Doctor from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. While at Cumberland, Mr. Cornwell was named to the Dean’s List. After practicing for several years in South Carolina, Mr. Cornwell returned home to Savannah and worked several years with another local personal injury firm. Mr. Cornwell founded the firm in 2017 and handles matters throughout the states of Georgia and South Carolina.

Mr. Cornwell concentrates his practice on the representation of clients who have received injuries through the negligence of others as well as property owners who have been damaged because of negligent and faulty construction.

Mr. Cornwell was the lead attorney in the seminal case of Jane Doe vs. USA Gymnastics. Mr. Cornwell represented a former gymnast who was sexually assaulted by a USA Gymnastics member coach. The case garnered national and international attention and has been featured in the USA Today, IndyStar, and Washington Post. The case was the catalyst for the investigation into USA Gymnastics and led to the revelations of sexual abuse by the national team doctor Larry Nassar. Mr. Cornwell has represented Nassar victims in Michigan and other athletes throughout the country in their claims for abuse by coaches. Mr. Cornwell has also lectured on the topic of sexual abuse in youth-serving organizations.

As a former insurance defense lawyer, Mr. Cornwell is well-versed in how insurance companies adjust claims and uses this experience for the benefit of his clients.

Mr. Cornwell also has extensive experience in multi-party complex litigation and has represented individuals, governmental entities, universities, and both large and small corporations. As the son of a general contractor, Mr. Cornwell has extensive practical experience in the construction industry and was co-counsel for Virginia Newman in one of the leading construction insurance coverage decisions in South Carolina Auto Owners vs. Newman.

Mr. Cornwell is admitted to practice before all state courts in South Carolina and Georgia along with the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina and the Southern District of Georgia. Mr. Cornwell is also a past member of the City of Pooler’s Planning Commission. In his spare time, Mr. Cornwell enjoys traveling with his family, watching his daughters play sports, and is an avid golfer.