Terrell Ammeir Ratliff

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Terrell Ammeir Ratliff

also known as Terrell A. Ratliff

4.9
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 14 years

Education Lawyer at Cherry Hill, NJ
Practice Areas: Education, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense

811 Church Road, Suite 105, Cherry Hill, NJ

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About Terrell

Biography

Charged with a crime? Facing Title IX allegations or a civil rights violation? I defend liberty, licenses, and reputations in high-stakes cases across NJ and PA, and represent students nationwide. Strategic, trial-ready advocacy when the consequences are real.

I represent individuals in civil rights actions involving constitutional violations, unlawful government conduct, and abuses of authority, pursuing accountability through strategic litigation in state and federal court.

I represent students nationwide in Title IX and institutional disciplinary proceedings, focusing on suppression strategy, due process failures, and high-stakes reputational defense. I also handle adjacent criminal matters.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Education 50%

I represent students nationwide in Title IX and institutional disciplinary proceedings, focusing on suppression strategy, due process failures, and high-stakes reputational defense.

15 years

50%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 40%

I advise and defend licensed professionals in ethics and disciplinary matters, responding to complaints, board investigations, and regulatory actions with strategic record control and focused advocacy to protect careers and professional standing.

15 years

40%
Civil Rights 5%

I represent individuals in civil rights actions involving constitutional violations, unlawful government conduct, and abuses of authority, pursuing accountability through strategic litigation in state and federal court.

15 years

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

I represent individuals accused of crimes in high-stakes cases where freedom, reputation, and future opportunities are on the line. Through strategic investigation, aggressive advocacy, and trial-ready preparation, I defend clients at every stage of

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ratliff Jackson LLP

811 Church Road, Suite 105, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002

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Ratliff Jackson LLP

1515 Market Street, Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

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Ratliff Jackson LLP

317 George Street, Suite 320, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

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Terrell Ammeir Ratliff's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2017

Personable and Encouraging

Mr. Ratliff helped me with my case during his service at an elderly law clinic in Philadelphia. I really appreciated his advice and the respect he paid to my questions. I found him encouraging, personable, and attentive, I can't always say that about the lawyers I have met at the clinic.

Posted by Kris | April 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Upsetting Washington DC Representation

In August 2024, I paid $5,000 to Mr. Terrell Ratliff and the Lento Law Firm for representation in Washington DC Superior Court. Mr. Ratliff assured me in texts and calls that he would take on my case and spoke about his past experience working with prosecutors. Thinking I was in good hands, Mr. Ratli...ff then missed three court dates in September, October, and November 2024. He failed to provide me with regular updates on the progress of entering an appearance for my case. Mr. Ratliff also failed to provide a reason as to why it was taking months to enter into my case, nor did he provide any details or statement for me to provide to the Court explaining why I keep asking to extend my case for another date. It’s upsetting because I genuinely believed Mr. Ratliff would help me in my case.

Terrell Ratliff

Replied last June 29, 2026

We take our professional responsibilities and our clients' concerns seriously. Because of our ethical obligations, we cannot discuss the details of any current or former representation in a public forum or respond to factual assertions about a client's case. We regret that you were dissatisfied with your experience. Our goal is always to provide competent representation and clear communication, and we take any concerns about client service seriously. We invite you to contact our office directly so we can review your concerns and address them privately. We remain committed to providing diligent, ethical representation to every client we serve.

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Robert Wittmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terrell is one of the brightest, most intelligent and hard-working lawyers in the South Jersey region. I've seen him in court numerous times and I've always been impressed. He's always incredibly prepared--armed with expert reports, legal briefs and memorandums as well as a battery of well-crafted legal arguments. He's ready for every argument/objection and reservation that prosecutors and judges throw at him, and his clients benefit immensely as a result. Mr. Ratliff is passionate about his work. He's passionate about the law. But most importantly, he's passionate in ensuring his clients see justice. If you're looking for a fearless, courageous, charismatic and highly intelligent attorney who will leave no stone unturned to ensure that justice is yours, then look no further than Mr. Ratliff."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Co-Owner, Ratliff Jackson LLP

2019 - 2021

Public Defender, New Jersey Office Of The Public Defender

2011 - 2025

Owner, Law Office of Terrell A. Ratliff

2010 - 2010

Clerk, University Of Toledo College Of Law

2009 - 2011

Legal Intern, Lucas County Judicial System

Associations

Philadelphia Bar Association

Camden County Bar Association

Barristers' Association of Philadelphia

Pennsylvania Bar Association

American Bar Association

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National Association of Consumer Advocates

The National Trial Lawyers- Top 40 Under 40

The National Black Lawyers- Top 40 Under 40

Education

2011

University of Toledo College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Temple University

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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