Alan Jackson (lawyer)

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Alan Jay Jackson (born 1965) [1] is an American attorney based in Los Angeles, California. He is recognized for his career in both prosecution and defense within the criminal law sector.

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Early life, education and military service

Jackson was born in Texas. He served in the United States Air Force for four years from 1983 to 1987 as a jet engine mechanic. [2] [3] He attended the University of Texas at Austin, receiving his bachelor's degree in 1991. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1994. [4]

Career

Jackson's career began at the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, where he notably served as Assistant Head Deputy of the Major Crimes Division. [5] [6] During his tenure, he prosecuted high-profile cases, including the trial of Phil Spector. [7] He ran for district Attorney in 2012. [8]

Shortly after losing his election for District Attorney, Jackson transitioned to private practice in 2013, [9] joining Palmer, Lombardi & Donohue LLP as a partner. [10] He has handled high-profile civil and criminal litigation and has been recognized as one of California's Top 100 Lawyers. [11] His clients have included Kevin Spacey [12] and Karen A. Read. [13] [14]

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References

  1. ↑ "Alan Jackson Defends TV Ad in Race for District Attorney". w.tonymedley.com. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  2. ↑ "Alan Jackson, a winner with jurors, takes his case to be D.A. to voters". Los Angeles Times. 2012-05-09. Archived from the original on 2020-10-25. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  3. ↑ Villacorte, Christina. "Los Angeles District Attorney race between Alan Jackson, Jackie Lacey", Pasadena Star-News , August 29, 2017. Retrieved July 31, 2024.
  4. ↑ "Top Rated Los Angeles, CA Criminal Defense Attorney | Alan Jackson | Super Lawyers".
  5. ↑ "Karen Read murder trial: A guide to the key players you need to know". Boston 25 News. 2024-05-10. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  6. ↑ "District Attorney candidate Alan Jackson talks about the status of his campaign". LAist. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  7. ↑ "Trying Times". Pepperdine University. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  8. ↑ "Alan Jackson, a winner with jurors, takes his case to be D.A. to voters". Los Angeles Times. 2012-05-09. Archived from the original on 2020-10-25. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  9. ↑ "Alan Jackson, whose bid for D.A.'s job failed, to leave office". Los Angeles Times. 2013-02-06. Archived from the original on 2024-05-24. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  10. ↑ "Prosecutor Alan Jackson Joins Palmer Lombardi". Lawdragon. 2013-02-08. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
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