Jack Steven Magids

September 14, 1947 - April 5, 2022

Jack Steven Magids, prominent retired attorney, passed away on April 5, 2022 at the age of 74. Jack was very devoted to his family, his clients, and his community. A native of Houston, Texas, Jack moved to Memphis in 1972, where he built a law practice focused on corporate reorganizations, real estate finance, and complex business transactions, serving clients across the country. He was a graduate of The University of Texas and The University of Texas School of Law. He was admitted to the Supreme Court of The United States and the Supreme Court of the State of Tennessee. Reputed as a consummate problem solver with the utmost integrity, Jack was recognized by his peers as one of Memphis’ top corporate lawyers, and honored several times as a Super Lawyer and by Best Lawyers in America. Jack was a frequent mentor to other lawyers, who called upon him for advice, and he was truly a “lawyer’s lawyer.” Jack is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Jan Krivcher Magids; his daughter, Ashley Magids Gaines (Jeremy) of Potomac, MD; his son, Scott Alan Magids (Alexis) of Frisco, TX; four grandchildren; sisters-in-laws Reba Magids and Judy Magids of Houston, TX, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Fannie Magids, and brothers, Samuel Magids and Barnett Magids. A private burial will be held. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 10 at 1 PM at Temple Israel Synagogue at 1376 East Massey Road in Memphis. Donations in Jack Magids’ memory may be made to Temple Israel Synagogue or the American Cancer Society.