Martinis Montrelle Jackson
About Martinis
Biography
Martinis Jackson is the founder of Jackson Legal Services. He graduated valedictorian and manga cum laude from Howard University School of Law in 2013.
Following law school, Martinis served as a litigation associate at law firm Debevoise & Plimpton. After leaving Debevoise & Plimpton, Martinis served as a prosecutor in the District of Columbia where he investigated hundreds of cases in the District's domestic violence, and major felony units. As a prosecutor, Martinis prevailed in numerous bench and jury trials. In 2018, Martinis published Justice My Way: Memoirs of a Black Prosecutor memorializing his experience as a minority prosecutor.
In 2019, Martinis founded Jackson Legal Services; his firm specializes in Personal Injury, Police Misconduct, and Criminal Defense. He is an active member of the Washington Bar Association where he has served as co-chair of the WBA's Honor's Court, a committee that introduces grade school students to the positive impact that citizens can make through the practice of the law.
Follow Martinis on social media | Instragram: @jlegalservices | Facebook: @jlegalservices | Twitter: @MartinisJackso1
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 12 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Jackson Legal Services PLLC
1629 K St NW Ste 300, Washington, DC, 20006-1631
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Martinis Montrelle Jackson's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
15 Client Reviews
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Posted by Lakeshia | April 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
The Best
Martinis did a great job handling my car accident case. At first, before I got an attorney, the insurance company offered me a little over a thousand dollars. But Martinis refused to accept it and we ended up getting significantly more, Great experience Highly recommend his services.
Posted by Louis | April 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Very thankful!
Martinis did a very professional job handling my car accident case. Initially, the insurance company offered a very low offer but Martinis was diligent about getting us more compensation and we ended up receiving 3x the original offer. His efforts helped us through a very difficult process. I would h...
Posted by Lewis | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent service.
Great lawyer, gives you proper information that’s needed. Excellent service Highly recommended.
Posted by Jay | February 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Straightforward
Working with Martinis Jackson and his team I felt a sense of simplicity. The team was on every email and tracked down all necessary parties with a pretty fast close out. Will highly recommend!
Posted by Aaron | February 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Wow!
Being in the field that I am in, it is essential to have your ducks in a row to be protected. Martinis and his team has been a true asset in making sure I am protected and that negotiations strong and carried out fully. Thanks,
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Experience
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Professor, Howard University School Of Law
2019 - Present
Founder, Jackson Legal Services PLLC
2017 - 2019
Associate, Milbank
2014 - 2017
Assistant U.S. Attorney, Us Attorneys Office
2013 - 2014
Associate, Debevoise & Plimpton
Associations
2020 - Present
Maryland State Bar Association
2015 - Present
District of Columbia Bar
2014 - Present
New York City Bar Association
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
MA - Masters
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
Confronting Structural Racism After The Murder of George Floyd: Our Concerns, Experiences, and Responsibilities As Black Lawyers
2020
Becoming a Civil Rights Attorney
2020
Knowing Your Rights When Confronting Police
2020
Defunding the Police
2019
Restorative Justice
2019
Changing the Criminal Justice System
Publications
2018
Languages
English