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I am a North Carolina native. I grew up and went to high school in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. I am the first attorney in my family. My father works in the timber industry and my mother is a retired school teacher. I first moved to Raleigh to attend North Carolina State University. Thereafter, I left NC to attend law school in the state of Georgia. Immediately upon graduation, I returned to North Carolina. I currently live in downtown Raleigh with my wife and young son. Our family believes it is important to be deeply rooted in the heart of our community. We are members of First Presbyterian Church in downtown Raleigh which is where our child attends preschool.
When not focusing time serving my clients, I enjoy spending time in the outdoors with my family. I am also an avid supporter of NC State Wolfpack athletics.
I am a member of many professional assocations focused on helping others through the practice of law. I am also regularly involved with providing pro bono legal services to clients of The Healing Place of Wake County, a non-profit entity helping homeless Wake County residents dealing with addiction.
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State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2002
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Posted by Daryl | March 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Above and Beyond
James took my case and fought hard for me since day 1. He never lied, mislead me, or steered me wrong. He was great at laying everything out from the first day. He gave me advice, helped with my employer, and responded to every message or question within in hours. Im going to say this is rare to find...
Posted by John | May 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Amazing Lawyer even better Results one who is passionate about what he does.
I was referred to Mr. Jackson and so glad I was. I had been charged with a DUI which greatly could have affected my life and livelihood. Another attorney in the area had told me to take a plea. After contacting Mr. Jackson he thoroughly looked though my case at all the details and just could not beli...
Posted by Wake Teacher | April 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Amazing! Blessed to have met Mr. Jackson
DUI- Not Guilty! I am a teacher and made a mistake that I could not afford. I was extremely lucky to have met Mr. Jackson. If you need a lawyer, I 110% recommend Mr. Jackson. My honest expectation was that I was going to hand over legal fees for average/run of the mill service that would walk me thr...
Posted by Mona | September 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
My Hero
I was referred to you after I found myself in a situation for the first time in my life. After being arrested for a DWI, I was concerned and very uncomfortable not understanding the process. You and Leigh Ann made me feel very comfortable and reassured me that I was in good hands. You are my hero ...
Posted by Bob | September 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent attorney
I hired James to defend me in what turned out to be a very involved dui case. At the beginning of the process I felt my odds of beating the charges against me were not very good. However James looked at at least two different approaches for my defense. He researched each one extensively and made...
"Jamie is one of the best choices a criminal defendant can make in Wake County. He fights very hard for his clients and finds imaginitive ways to produce results."
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
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"I endorse this lawyer."
"James has been a constant face in the criminal and DUI courtrooms. He is knowledgeable and fights for the best outcome for his clients."
"James is an excellent trial attorney and is well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"My experience with Jamie goes back to my time as an ADA. Jamie works extremely hard for his clients and he explores defenses that other attorneys never consider. I don't hesitate a bit to endorse his work."
"You will be hard pressed to hire an attorney that will be more committed to your case than Mr. Jackson. He is intelligent, confident, and innovative. In most DWI cases, there are issues that only a few very talented attorneys have the wherewithal to find and argue. Mr. Jackson is one of those very few. Its attorneys like Mr. Jackson that keep our court system in check so that freedom and privacy can be maintained."
"Jamie is a person of exemplary character and has learned his craft from his days as a district attorney. He now uses his expertise to the benefit of defendants and does and admirable job."
"Jamie is a hard working and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. He cares about his clients and is diligent in achieving maximum results. Great guy, great lawyer."
"Jayme and I have worked on many cases together over the past five years. He is a very smart, hard-working lawyer and is extremely dedicated to achieving the best possible result for each of his clients. I certainly endorse Jayme for anyone looking for a skilled criminal-defense attorney in Wake County."
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2015
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine
2014
Top 100 DWI Attorneys - NC, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
NC Legal Elite 2013, Business North Carolina
2011 - Present
Managing Partner - Raleigh Office, Western Wake Law Group
2006 - 2010
Partner, Fanney & Jackson, P.C.
2001 - 2006
Associate, Bass, Bryant & Fanney
2013 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeCounty Captain
2005 - Present
Wake County Bar Association, Athletics Committee
2002 - Present
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
2002 - Present
Wake County Bar Association
2002 - Present
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, Criminal Law Section
2002 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2002 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2002 - 2007
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Dismissal
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Ohio State Univeristy - Summer Program
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
2012
Pro Bono Legal Representation
2005
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