Edith Aven Lawson-Jackson

Edith Aven Lawson-Jackson

4.7
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 32 years

Child custody Lawyer at Bowie, MD
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family, Domestic Violence

10111 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy Ste 200 F, Bowie, MD

About Edith

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1996

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 31 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Edith Aven Lawson-Jackson

10111 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy Ste 200 F, Bowie, MD, 20720-4210

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Edith Aven Lawson-Jackson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gwyn | October 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Best Referral Ever...

Upon my first referral consultation with Attorney Lawson-Jackson for domestic violence allegations, I was certain that she was the most suitable attorney for me. Attorney Lawson-Jackson was very professional, thorough, sensitive to my legal needs, and straight-forward with all aspects of her Attorne...y Fee Contract. Her office always kept me abreast of my case throughout the entire process and returned my calls in a timely manner! Attorney Lawson-Jackson's legal expertise provided me with a favorable outcome resulting in dismissal of allegations; and I would surely hire her again, as well as refer her to others.

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Changed my life for the good

Attorney Jackson is an amazing lawyer and is great at what she does, The amount of confidence she has is on another level. She follows through on all requests. She thoroughly prepares you on your case and makes you feel confident as well. When it came to court she knew how to stand in her square, I d...id a lot of legal research and I am glad I chose her to represent me. Please go with her as she is really in the interest of her clients and not just to take your money as an account. Thanks Attorney Jackson!!!

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

Ms. Jackson took on my protective order case Pro Bono. I was facing domestic violence charges when my ex falsely accused me of child abuse to gain emergency custody. Ms. Jackson was very professional and showed compassion as she argued my case and got the order dismissed. I would highly recommend he...r as she was also very knowledgeable in family court issues.

Posted by Lou | July 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Edith is a Champion

Edith represented me in a child custody case during a 5 hour trial. Edith battled it out with the other attorney and showed a high degree of competence, professionalism, and determination during the trial. Edith also is empathetic and gave me the sense that she cares about her clients and their nee...ds. I am happy that I chose Edith to represent me and would use her again in family law matters. I confidently endorse her to anyone seeking a family law attorney.

Posted by Melica | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

AMAZING & OUT STANDING

Attorney E.A. Lawson-Jackson was hired to handle my child support and custody case. Attorney Jackson was phenomenal and extremely fair, professional, prompt, caring and kind. Her staff was very professional and caring too. Attorney Jackson was always on point, straight forward, very dedicated, and d...etailed and always had a diligently strategic with my case. Her professionalism is unbelievable in the court room. She made my case not stressful, but made things at an ease for a stressful case. When you are in your situation and don’t see it clear, Attorney Jackson made it very clear and had your mind at ease. She is very prompt with calling you back and answering emails. She handled all my issues fast and easy. She is very knowledgeable and knows her stuff. I am very happy that she was my lawyer and did my case. I would highly recommend Attorney E.A. Lawson-Jackson to any friends, family or anyone else who is going through such a stressful and unfortunate situation. SHE WILL NOT DISAPPOINT YOU! I will hire her again without a doubt.

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Fred Joseph Award, Community Legal Services

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Attorney, The Law Offices of E A Lawson-Jackson, LLC

1995 - 1999

Attorney, Law Offices of Pinkney & Sroufe, PC

Associations

1997 - Present

Prince George's County Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2017

Community Legal Services of Prince George's County, Inc.

Former Board of Directors Member

Education

1993

Howard University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

St Mary's College of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

St. Thomas Law School Sports & Entertainment Law Symposium

Sports and Entertainment Law Symposium

Publications

2012

Prince George's County Bar Association publication Get Healthy Today

Languages

English

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