I’m a trial attorney representing clients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with a focus on high-stakes criminal defense, including federal charges and serious felony matters. My approach is simple: be prepared, be honest, and treat clients with the respect they deserve—no matter what they’re facing.
Clients who work with me can expect clear communication, realistic expectations, and legal strategies grounded in facts—not fear, fluff, or guesswork. I don’t just tell people what they want to hear. I tell them what they need to hear so we can build trust and move forward as a team.
Every case I take is approached with care, discretion, and an aggressive commitment to protecting my clients’ rights. Whether we’re fighting in court or negotiating a resolution, my job is to make sure your voice is heard—and your future defended.
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Acquired: 2016
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2015
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1333 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
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Posted by Que | April 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Child Custody
Attorney Jessica Mann...THANK YOU!! She was able to tend to my needs at such a short notice and was ON IT!! Even the other staff at this firm. Very attentive!! Im so grateful to have had her in my corner in my time of need!! Words cant explain!! Reading some of these other reviews and Im not sure wha...
Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Not so good as a public defender
My fiancé had an issue with her corrsponding at first, and I explained how Philadelphia is over capacity with court cases, so she’s probably busy give her a chance, i spoke with Ms. Man a few times and she explained the situation and what the next steps were, she was to file a petition that was due 6...
Yet another reviewer hiding behind their anonymity. Unfortunately for you, Saneycka D., I don’t have issues like these with my clients, so you are quite easy to identify. My question is: why would you choose to remain anonymous if you felt that the issues you had with my office were truly legitimate? To clarify this review came after your rudeness and poor behavior resulted in a prohibition against you calling my office or speaking to my staff. This reviewer made seemingly no effort to understand the PCRA process, and her many misconceptions regarding my representation stem largely from ignorance. She never received any misleading information from my office, nor was she lied to; because she could easily have accessed information on her fiance’s PCRA from her home computer via the Court’s online docketing system. My staff had no incentive to deceive her. Saneycka, no one from my office ever told you that your fiance’s petition had already been filed. The petition was sent to MY CLIENT as soon as I filed it. I fulfilled every obligation I held as your fiance’s lawyer, because I am committed to providing exceptional representation to every client, regardless of who pays their bill.
Posted by Cindy | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Thank you Jessica
I am in disagreement with the reviews that are saying negative things about Ms. Jessica because she was truly a blessing for me and my family. We could not afford a lawyer and this nice black judge called her in and asked her to represent my son. The case did not go forward on that day because she wa...
"I have witnessed this attorney advocate tirelessly on behalf of clients on countless occasions in court. She is always thoroughly prepared and genuinely cares about her clients."
"Jessica is a great lawyer. Well prepared and a dedicated fighter for justice and each client of hers."
"Jessica is not only a very special attorney she is a special person. In the court room she is always prepared, which is the highest respect any attorney can show their client. She is warm and endearing, but will never be pushed around. I highly recommend her if you are in need of a criminal or family law attorney."
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2016
Outstanding Service Award, NAACP Real Street Talk Institution
2015 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Shaka Johnson, LLC
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern, Hall County Public Defender's Office
2013 - 2015
Law Clerk, Law Offices of Shaka Johnson, LLC
2013 - 2014
Legal Intern, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
2017 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Pennsylvania chapter)Member
2015 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
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