We aggressively litigate civil claims and defend criminal charges. Let us handle your situation.
My law firm aggressively pursues civil and criminal litigation in all of the state and federal courts in Georgia. In civil cases, my firm primarily represents plaintiffs in cases involving catastrophic injuries or wrongful death. We have litigated a variety of tort claims based on medical malpractice, products liability, negligence and intentional torts. We prosecute and defend a wide variety of civil claims on behalf of individuals and small businesses.
I have aggressively defended felony criminal prosecutions in Georgia since 1981. My criminal practice in the federal courts frequently involves multi-defendant conspiracy cases. I have also defended criminal prosecutions in Florida, Alabama, New York, New Jersey, and Tennessee.
A portion of my civil practice is associated with my criminal defense work. For example, I handle § 1983 civil rights claims, expungements, and civil forfeitures related to criminal prosecutions. In my opinion, criminal defense work sets the ground rules for our society’s commitment to equal justice. My primary accomplishment as a criminal defense attorney is my consistent and aggressive advocacy for the interests of each individual client.
I am very proud of results I achieved in specific civil and criminal cases which demonstrate my commitment to equal justice under the law. A few of these cases are summarized in this appropriate section of this profile. However, every case is different, so I look forward to addressing and resolving the new problems that are faced by every new client.
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
The Howard Law Firm
1479 Brockett Road, Suite 200
Tucker, GA, 30084
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 1981 | 04/17/2022 |
FL | Inactive | 1980 | 06/01/2022 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Leeza Cherniak Award of the Sword | Federal Defender Program, Inc. | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | The Howard Law Firm, PC | 1991 - Present |
Partner | Floyd, Howard & Ware | 1984 - Present |
Managing Attorney | Howard, Secret & Wilde | 1987 - 1991 |
Public Defender | Fulton County Public Defender's Office | 1981 - 1983 |
Staff Attorney | Jacksonville Area Legal Aid | 1980 - 1981 |
Case Analyst | EEOC - Federal Government | 1978 - 1980 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Trial Lawyers for Public Justice | Member | 2003 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1995 - Present |
DeKalb Lawyers Association | Member | 1987 - Present |
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1984 - Present |
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1984 - Present |
Gate City Bar Association | Member | 1984 - Present |
State Bar of Georgia | Member | 1981 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 1980 - Present |
Georgia Alliance of African American Attorneys | Advocacy Committee Chairman | 1992 - 1998 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Daily Report | A study in contrasts | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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American University, Washington College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1980 |
Earlham College | 1977 | |
Syracuse University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1977 |
Syracuse University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1977 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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St. Patrick's Day seminar | Forfeitures | 2015 |
Annual Scholarship Breakfast | Civil Rights - Police Confrontations with Black Males | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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U.S. v. Charles Jackson, NDGa, 1:14-CR-77 | Acquittal |
US v. Phillip Alexander, NDGa, 2:12-CR-18 | Acquittal |
Wilson v. Powder Springs, et al., NDGa, 1:13-CV-1696 | $250,000 settlement |
Frank Clark v. NPC International, Inc., Fulton Superior, 2011CV206983 | $1.8 million jury verdict |
U.S. v. Rojas-Orrego, NDGa, 1:05-CR-477-21 | Acquittal |
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Derek Jones, Litigation Attorney on Aug 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim Howard for over 30 years. He is a fine and fearless attorney who always represents his clients in an outstanding matter. I have worked with him on several complex cases: he knew the law and was a great advocate in the courtroom. And, perhaps most importantly, he is completely trustworthy.
William Howes, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I had the honor to work along side Jim Howard in the defense of attempted murder charges in New Jersey. Jim is thorough and his analysis is spot-on. He understood the legal principles involved in our case and was able to communicate those principles to the jury. His approach to the court and to the jury instilled confidence in the client. His credibility with the court and with the jury was, on a scale of 1 to 10, an 11. The result was spectacular. The court dismissed some charges. Jim convinced the prosecutor to dismiss another. The jury took care of the rest by acquitting the client on the remaining counts. It was a pleasure and an honor to work with Jim.
Steven Berne, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He fights vigorously for his clients. He doesn't back down. You can count on Mr. Howard to do a good job.
Thomas Holder, Medical malpractice Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
Relationship: Friend
Jim is an outstanding attorney. I have referred cases to him in the past for which he has gotten excellent results. It is my pleasure to endorse him.