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

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]

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.
11. "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.
12. Wu, Sarah. "Here's what you need to know about Kevin Spacey's lawyer, Alan Jackson". BostonGlobe.com. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
13. 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.
14. 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.