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A James Rockefeller
- Warner Robins, GA
- Licensed for 30 years
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In 1969, I became fascinated by MLB, because of the infamous 1969 Cubbies. Thus, began a love/hate relationship with sports' most futile franchise. If Cubbies ever make it to the World Series, I'm either going to find a way to get a ticket to game or I am making a trek back to Chicago, as I HAVE to be there for that penultimate event. Might even be more of a life-event for me than passing the bar! Go Cubs Go!
Practice areas
- Family: 57%
Adoption, Guardianship, Child Custody, Child Support, Legitimation, includes Appellate Work
5 years
- Criminal defense: 19%
DUI, Traffic Violation, Felony, Misdemeanor, Probation Violation, Expungements, Appeals
5 years
- Civil rights: 12%
Police Brutality, Wrongful Arrest, First Amendment violations, includes Appellate Work
5 years
- Personal injury: 12%
Auto Wreck, Premise Liability, Wrongful Death, includes Medical Malpractice
5 years
Languages spoken
Tagalog, Spanish, English
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Contact
Rockefeller Law Center, P.C.
102 Tommy Stalnaker Drive
Warner Robins, GA, 31088
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 1995 | 11/11/2019 |
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 1989 | 09/12/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
| Million Dollar Advocate | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2019 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Rockefeller Law Center | 2005 - Present |
| Of Counsel | Gomez Law Group | 2000 - 2005 |
| Chief Assistant District Attorney | Houston County District Attorney's Office | 1995 - 2000 |
| Assistant State Attorney | Miami Dade State Attorneys Office | 1993 - 1995 |
| Assistant State Attorney | Miami Dade State Attorney's Office | 1989 - 1992 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Civil Liberties Union | Member | 2008 - Present |
| National Lawyers Guild | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Middle Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| American Association for Justice | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Families Against Methamphetamine Abuse (FAMA) | President | 2006 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Macon Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida | Member | 2003 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia | Member | 2001 - Present |
| United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Georgia Court of Appeals | Member | 1997 - Present |
| Supreme Court of Georgia | Member | 1997 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia | Member | 1995 - Present |
| Houston County Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida | Member | 1991 - Present |
| Florida Bar | Member | 1989 - Present |
| Florida Supreme Court | Member | 1989 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| John Marshall Law School, Chicago | JD - Juris Doctor | 1989 |
| University of Chicago | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1984 |
| New Trier East High School | N/A | 1980 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Williams v. Williams, 2011 WL 4840627, Georgia Court of Appeals | Trial court was reversed in setting aside adoption. |
| State vs. Mayo, Houston Superior Court, 2010-V-102102-L | Successfully convinced the trial judge to dismiss all charges. |
| Seaman v Peterson, 762 F.Supp.2d 1363, Macon, GA | District Court children permitted my client to take her children back to Mexico with her. |
| State v Barnwell, Ben Hill Superior Court, 07CR-252 | Acquittal on all charges |
| Dean vs. State, 292 Ga.App. 695, Georgia Court of Appeals | Client's appeal was denied. |
| Cauley v State, 287 Ga.App. 701, Georgia Court of Appeals | Appeal denied |
|---|---|
| Cauley v State, 287 Ga.App. 701, Georgia Court of Appeals | Appeal denied |
| State v. Cauley, 282 Ga.App. 191, Georgia Court of Appeals | New Trial granted for illegal search, although reversed on remand due to subsequent change in law. |
| Layton v. Eason, 132 Fed.Appx. 250, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals | Grant of Summary Judgment Affirmed |
| McCulley v State, 273 Ga. 40, Georgia Supreme Court | Conviction affirmed |
| Davis v State, 244 Ga.App. 708, Georgia Court of Appeals | Conviction Affirmed |
| Miller v State, 241 Ga.App. 397, Georgia Court of Appeals | Conviction affirmed |
| State v. Burks, 240 Ga.App. 425, Georgia Court of Appeals | Motion to Suppress Reversed |
| Varnadoe v State | Conviction affirmed |
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Thu Jun 13 2019
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Sun Nov 11 2018
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Ronald Daniels, Consumer protection Attorney on Feb 24, 2013
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Ikemesit Eyo, Family Attorney on Jan 23, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rockefeller exhibits a high amount of knowledge, and integrity, in each of the answers that he provides to user questions. I find him to be credible, competent, and compassionate regarding the needs of legal clients. I have actually received helpful advice from Mr. Rockefeller in the past. If I ever needed an attorney in his practice area, I would definitely hire him for myself. It is with that opinion in mind that I endorse this attorney.
James Lynch, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 17, 2012
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A first-rate attorney.
Joseph Ostrowski, Litigation Attorney on Jan 17, 2012
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Attorney Rockefeller exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and displays a level of professionalism, confidence and skill we should all aspire to. Honesty, dedication and a love of the law, which means. giving back to others who lack our understanding of the law and a benefit from our inherent desire to provide solutions to problems. The thousands years of combined legal experience of professionals activity participating in this forum represent some of the very best of our profession, which is after all, at its base is desire to help those in need. This Attorney’s experience and knowledge, I believe, demonstrates that there is a desire to provide accurate advice and obtain appropriate results for clients. Most importantly, this Attorney is willing to help complete strangers (as is the case in this forum) with their legal problems for which we collectively provide useful information, thereby demystifying the legal process as much as possible. I would recommend t
Jeffrey Powers, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 13, 2011
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Jim is a former prosecutor and does a great job for his clients throughout the Middle Georgia area. He practices criminal and civil litigation. I endorse his work.
Jason Downey, Car accident Attorney on Dec 11, 2011
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Jim is always there for advice and brainstorming when I have a question. His work ethic and experience have served him well as an attorney, and his practice continues to expand. I've also had the privilege to work on the opposite side of Jim, and have seen the tenacious way he fights for his clients. Jim is an enforcer of justice in every sense of the word, and I highly endorse his work.
Jeffrey Engle, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 11, 2011
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Attorney Rockefeller is a fantastic attorney with outstanding writing skills.
Jennifer Mendelsohn, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Dec 11, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Rockefeller is a bright attorney who doesn't hesitate to share his rich wealth of legal knowledge with those around him. I have learned from his honest and informative answers on avvo even in areas of the law where I am quite experienced already. He is an asset to his clients and it is with pleasure that I recommend his services to those in need in his community.
Greg Bell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 3, 2011
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Jim Rockefeller is an excellent attorney and one of the hardest working people I have ever met. Jim has a seemingly inexhaustible reserve of energy that he devotes to serving his clients. Jim is clearly committed to his community and profession. Greg Howard Bell, Attorney
Tazewell Shepard, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Nov 29, 2011
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I endorse James because he is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. He has the respect of judges and attorneys in his field.
Richard Lawson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 26, 2011
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i fully enforce Mr. Rockefeller as an experienced advocate for his clients. He also takes hours of his time answering question for people online. The time he spends is truly commendable. He answers questions for people throughout the State of Georgia to make sure people get good legal advice. He is well known as an experienced advocate for his clients. You will be well-served having him on your side.
Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 19, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. attorney Rockefeller is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and one of the best attorneys in GA. He is a credit to the legal profession.
Jack Rosenberg, Wrongful termination Attorney on Nov 15, 2011
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James Rockefeller is highly regarded for his knowledge and expertise in personal injury and related law. He is well respected in the community and brings a diverse background of experience. I have sought his advice on many occasions and found his knowledge to be invaluable to my practice. I highly recommend Counselor Rockefeller.
Cost
- Hourly Rates$175-$225/hour
- Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-50%
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