Alan Jackson (lawyer)
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.
Early life, education and military service
[edit]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
[edit]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]
References
[edit]- ^ "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.
- ^ "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.
- ^ Villacorte, Christina. "Los Angeles District Attorney race between Alan Jackson, Jackie Lacey", Pasadena Star-News, August 29, 2017. Retrieved July 31, 2024.
- ^ "Top Rated Los Angeles, CA Criminal Defense Attorney | Alan Jackson | Super Lawyers".
- ^ "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.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "Trying Times". Pepperdine University. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "Prosecutor Alan Jackson Joins Palmer Lombardi". Lawdragon. 2013-02-08. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ "Alumni in the Field of Criminal Legal Practice | Certificate | Pepperdine Caruso School of Law". law.pepperdine.edu. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ Wu, Sarah. "Here's what you need to know about Kevin Spacey's lawyer, Alan Jackson". BostonGlobe.com. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ Tiwari, Ruhi (2024-06-27). "Karen Read's lawyer Alan Jackson has 96 % career success rate". The Super Slice. Archived from the original on 2024-06-27. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ Patkin, Abby. "Who is on Karen Read's defense team?". www.boston.com. Archived from the original on 2024-06-18. Retrieved 2024-07-26.