Attorney Jon Powell is the director of the Restorative Justice Clinic at Campbell University School of Law, where he leads innovative efforts to bring healing and accountability to victims, offenders, and communities. The clinic receives referrals from the juvenile justice system, Wake County Public Schools, and private individuals affected by trauma and crime. It also conducts Restorative Circles in prisons.

The clinic’s mission centers on providing offenders with opportunities to take responsibility for their actions, giving victims a voice in the justice process, and crafting collaborative agreements to address and repair harm. Law students play a vital role, serving as trained facilitators under faculty guidance—gaining hands-on experience in restorative practices and conflict resolution.

Powell is also a national advocate for expanding restorative justice initiatives. He has helped launch similar programs modeled after the Campbell clinic and was the lead planner of the 2011 National Conference on Restorative Justice, hosted by Campbell Law.

Before joining Campbell, Jon practiced criminal defense with a focus on juvenile law in Wake and Harnett counties. He holds a J.D. from Campbell Law and a B.A. in Communication from NC State University. His work continues to shape how justice is taught, practiced, and experienced.