Chanel Jackson

Chanel Jackson

also known as CJ

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Domestic Violence

4085 Chain Bridge Road Suite 302, Fairfax, VA

About Chanel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Mrs. Jackson handles everything from basic traffic infractions to felony charges. Her career as a former public defender and prosecutor has exposed her to a variety of cases that has taught her aggressive strategies and tactics.

13 years

50%
Domestic Violence 25%

Mrs. Jackson understands the importance of family and the delicacy that matters dealing with relationships require. She makes every effort to represent the best interest of her client while keeping safety her priority.

13 years

25%
Juvenile Law 25%

Mrs. Jackson started out with a specific interest in the practice of juvenile law. Over the years, Mrs. Jackson has handled a variety of cases from truancy, school suspensions, juveniles charged as an adult, as well as juvenile mental health cases.

13 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2013

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

C. M. Jackson Legal, PLLC

4085 Chain Bridge Road Suite 302, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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Chanel Jackson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look No Further. Simply The Best!

This review is long over due. On May 31, 2019 i acquired the services of CJ. She listened to my situation and didnt play any favoritism just for the sake of representing me. She was very informative and stood ground when it came to supporting me. I was innocent from the beginning and she proved that.... During the moment of having to wait to be seen by the judge, she was able to calm my nerves down. She is very informative and prepared to representent. That day I walked out of the courtroom with out evidence of the matter. I would recommend her for your defense.

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Definitely Recommend Her!

Chanel Jackson is a great lawyer. I was overwhelmed by the entire process of calling lawyers and explaining my situation to try to find one. No one made me feel comfortable. Once I talked to Mrs. Jackson on the phone I immediately had a great feeling about working with her. She was available when I f...elt overwhelmed and anxious about this situation. I was charged with a misdemeanor for assault. This was my first time being involved with the criminal justice system and for me I was really anxious. But, she gave me good suggestions on what to do, and when my court case came she handled it very well. My charge was "nolle prosequi" and now I will be working to get it expunged! Thanks again for CJ!

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look no further - Absolutely the BEST!

I hired Attorney Jackson for Felony and misdemeanor charges and I was pleasantly surprised at how instantly comfortable Attorney Jackson made me feel upon our first meeting. Attorney Jackson assured me from the first meeting with the outcome of the case and was absolutely correct about her statement... as the case was a “nolle prosequi” meaning dismissed. She always kept me in the know and, most importantly, gave me a sense of security and responded to all my texts and phone calls even late in the evening. Attorney Jackson is very knowledgeable and an advocate to her clients. She will hold your hand and calm you down in court and outside. She thoroughly prepared me for my preliminary hearing. If you need a Criminal Attorney please look no further and call Attorney Chanel Jackson “C.M. Jackson, Esq.”

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Chanel Jackson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Herson Merino

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Jackson is an expert in the Criminal field. No case is too big or too small to take to trial. She is a fearless trial attorney who works hard for her client. Lastly, Ms. Jackson knows how to get results. I highly endorse Ms. Jackson."

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Kiara Swinton

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"CJ is an asset to our legal community. She is a knowledgeable, dedicated and zealous advocate for her clients. I endorse Attorney Jackson."

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Charles Nucciarone

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Jackson is an exceptional attorney. She is truly dedicated to her craft. She thoroughly investigates, researches, and prepares cases large and small. She also practices law with a high ethical and moral standard. I endorse Attorney Jackson."

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Robert Bryan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Herson Merino

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kiara Swinton

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Founding Attorney, C. M. Jackson Legal, PLLC

2016 - 2018

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

2014 - 2016

Assistant Public Defender, Newport News Public Defender Office

2013 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Lavonda Graham Williams PLLC

Associations

2013 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Young Lawyers, Mental Health Chair 2015-2016

2017 - 2018

Suffolk Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

Education

2012

Liberty University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Howard University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Juvenile Law Class

Juvenile Defense

Languages

American Sign Language

English

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