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Francis R Jones
also known as Frank R. Jones, Frank Jones
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Biography
Frank R. Jones is a partner at the firm of Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher.
Mr. Jones has successfully developed a practice concentrating in complex personal injury litigation, criminal defense, insurance defense, utility defense, civil litigation, and medical malpractice.
In the criminal area, he’s an experienced defender of those accused of minor misdemeanors to major felonies, including homicide.
In civil litigation, he has had extensive experience in personal injury litigation, medical malpractice, fraudulent claims, and special investigations.
Mr. Jones is known by his colleagues as a sharp and gifted cross-examiner. He litigates a considerable number of plaintiffs’ cases from other attorneys, due to his experience in complex litigation.
Prior to joining Sasscer, Clagett and Bucher, Mr. Jones was hired by the Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he was appointed Deputy States Attorney. Tasked with prosecuting major felony cases - including trials involving outlaw motorcycle gangs and organized crime - he obtained convictions in over forty homicide cases – an unheard of feat in Charles County.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Jones was tasked with prosecuting major crimes by the Prince Georges County States attorney’s office.
Mr. Jones is an “AV” Rated attorney and a graduate of the University of Richmond and the George Mason School of Law.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
50%
29 years | 500 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
37 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
10%
37 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 37 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 39 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher
5407 Water Street Suite 101, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772-3048
Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher
102 Centennial Street, Suite 102, La Plata, MD, 20646
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Posted by steve | August 21, 2009
Top notch Attorney
Frank is a straight shooter and a fantastic lawyer. He takes the time to understand the issues from every angle possible. I have found his fees to be fair and reasonable.
Francis R Jones's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is highly respected in the legal community. He has relationships with Judges, Prosecutors, and countless members of the bar. Clients represented by Frank Jones are always in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Frank Jones is an excellent criminal lawyer with superb courtroom skills, especially as a cross-examiner. He will take on a difficult adverse witness, whether a fact or expert witness, and unmask the areas of the testimony where the witness was stretching, guessing or simply not telling the truth. I would recommend his services to any person who is charged with a crime and wants excellent and aggressive representation."
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"Mr. Jones is one of the most tenacious and aggressive trial lawyers that I have worked with. His experience as a prosecutor has honed his skills as one of the best cross examiners in the community. He has worked on several complex cases that I have observed. His work on these cases showed an exceptional attention to detail and a complete understanding of the law as well as a natural appreciation for the jury appeal of certain arguments. I would highly recommend Mr. Jones as a lawyer in a personal injury or criminal case."
Patrick Devine
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
1989 - 1997
Deputy State's Attorney-Prosecutor, Charles County, Maryland
1986 - 1989
Assistant State's Attorney-Major Crimes/Narcotics Unit, State's Attorney's Office, Prince George's County, Maryland
Associations
2014 - Present
Charles County Bar AssociationVice President
1997 - Present
Prince George's County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Charles County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - 2014
Charles County Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
Education
1986
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
University of Richmond
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Charles County Bar Association Lecture Series
Handling Personal Injury Cases
2002
Investingating Fraud Cases
Reviewing Abuses by Health Care Providers
1998
Police Academy Training Seminars
Criminal Law and Testimony in Court
Languages
English