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A James Rockefeller

also known as James Rockefeller, Jim Rockefeller
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  • Warner Robins, GA
  • Licensed for 31 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

Personal injuryCivil rightsCriminal defenseFamily
  1. Family: 57%

    Adoption, Guardianship, Child Custody, Child Support, Legitimation, includes Appellate Work

    6 years

  2. Criminal defense: 19%

    DUI, Traffic Violation, Felony, Misdemeanor, Probation Violation, Expungements, Appeals

    6 years

  3. Civil rights: 12%

    Police Brutality, Wrongful Arrest, First Amendment violations, includes Appellate Work

    6 years

  4. Personal injury: 12%

    Auto Wreck, Premise Liability, Wrongful Death, includes Medical Malpractice

    6 years

Languages spoken

Tagalog, Spanish, English

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Contact

102 Tommy Stalnaker Drive
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Rockefeller Law Center, P.C.

102 Tommy Stalnaker Drive
Warner Robins, GA, 31088

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 199511/19/2020
FLMember in Good Standing198909/29/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers990
Legal guides3
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2019
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerRockefeller Law Center2005 - Present
Of CounselGomez Law Group2000 - 2005
Chief Assistant District AttorneyHouston County District Attorney's Office1995 - 2000
Assistant State AttorneyMiami Dade State Attorneys Office1993 - 1995
Assistant State AttorneyMiami Dade State Attorney's Office1989 - 1992
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Civil Liberties UnionMember2008 - Present
National Lawyers GuildMember2008 - Present
Middle Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2008 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2006 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember2006 - Present
Families Against Methamphetamine Abuse (FAMA)President2006 - Present
Macon Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaMember2003 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of GeorgiaMember2001 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitMember2001 - Present
Georgia Court of AppealsMember1997 - Present
Supreme Court of GeorgiaMember1997 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember1995 - Present
Houston County Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember1991 - Present
Florida BarMember1989 - Present
Florida Supreme CourtMember1989 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
John Marshall Law School, ChicagoJD - Juris Doctor1989
University of ChicagoBA - Bachelor of Arts1984
New Trier East High SchoolN/A1980
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Williams v. Williams, 2011 WL 4840627, Georgia Court of AppealsTrial court was reversed in setting aside adoption.
State vs. Mayo, Houston Superior Court, 2010-V-102102-LSuccessfully convinced the trial judge to dismiss all charges.
Seaman v Peterson, 762 F.Supp.2d 1363, Macon, GADistrict Court children permitted my client to take her children back to Mexico with her.
State v Barnwell, Ben Hill Superior Court, 07CR-252Acquittal on all charges
Dean vs. State, 292 Ga.App. 695, Georgia Court of AppealsClient's appeal was denied.
Cauley v State, 287 Ga.App. 701, Georgia Court of AppealsAppeal denied
Cauley v State, 287 Ga.App. 701, Georgia Court of AppealsAppeal denied
State v. Cauley, 282 Ga.App. 191, Georgia Court of AppealsNew 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 AppealsGrant of Summary Judgment Affirmed
McCulley v State, 273 Ga. 40, Georgia Supreme CourtConviction affirmed
Davis v State, 244 Ga.App. 708, Georgia Court of AppealsConviction Affirmed
Miller v State, 241 Ga.App. 397, Georgia Court of AppealsConviction affirmed
State v. Burks, 240 Ga.App. 425, Georgia Court of AppealsMotion to Suppress Reversed
Varnadoe v StateConviction affirmed

Reviews

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5 Star
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4 Star
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Review A Rockefeller

the man

Posted by

I was in jail with a new charge already on felony probation and on the run.my family hired Mr Rockefeller and what this man did was simply amazing .I did150 days in jail compared to the 2 years they wanted.so do your self a favor don't call mike call JIM
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Hired attorney

Worth Every dime

Posted by

Hire Him!!! Jim is very professional, organized and a true fact finder. Now he’s not your therapist(which is for your best benefit), however he works extremely hard even after hours putting together the best presentation possible for your case. Jim helped me put out a very unnecessary fire storm created by my ex. As expected with any custody battle this was a very emotional time for me, however Jim didn’t allow me to feed into my emotions. Jim stuck to the facts and after nearly a year of costly mud slinging and irrelevant litigations brought on by the opposing counsel Jim got me exactly what I needed for me and my daughter.
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Hired attorney

Custody issue...HIRE HIM!

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I am very thankful that I chose The Rockefeller Law Firm to represent me in in my child custody case. He was referred to me by other lawyers, which speaks volumes. Mr. Rockefeller is a No-nonsense, straight to the point and very professional attorney . Custody cases can be very stressful and emotional , but he will make sure he does not let your emotions cloud your judgment in decision making. He’s going to tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear and help you stay focused on the bigger picture. He’s not your therapist, but he’s a brilliant attorney who sticks to the facts that matter and have a legal basis, he will cut you off on the frivolous fluff that so many clients want to vent about, this will save you money in the end. He has earned my respect and exceeded my expectations in court.
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Best Lawyer I've ever worked with

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Very detailed and knows his stuff!
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Hired attorney

A Go-Getter

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Mr. Rockefeller was not only very professional and knowledgeable, but he's also caring and was sensitive to my plight. I trusted him implicitly, never doubting for a moment that justice would be served, knowing that he was going to do what was best for me. I cannot recommend him highly enough...
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Family

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Jim Rockeffer is an excellent attorney. He did everything he said he would and more. He was always available for questions and responded to emails in a timely manner. He was to the point in explaining details and always told the truth. He did a great service for my family and I will be forever grateful. I highly recommend Mr. Rockefeller and his firm!
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Hired attorney

Great Attorney

Posted by

I hired Mr. Rockefeller in August of 2013. Despite his firm having other cases to handle, Mr. Rockefeller and his staff made me feel like my case came first. I am happy with my result! Great Lawyer.

Outstanding Lawyer

Posted by

I came to Jim Rockefeller through a recommendation from a family member. I knew I would have a tough case ahead of me since I am a male going for custody of my son. From the first phone call I knew Rock was the lawyer for me. The entire staff is extremely courteous and professional at all times. Even though they have multiple cases going on, I somehow felt like mine was always the priority. I had tons of questions throughout my case and they were always answered in a timely manner. I was comfortable with asking anything and was never made to feel like I had a dumb question. My case was prepared extremely well and everything was very thorough. The results of my case were a dream come true winning full legal and physical custody of my little boy. Since the close of my case I have asked others about their lawyers since they are going through similar situations as mine. Let me tell you, nobody compares to Jim Rockefeller. I had lots of homework to do in getting all the information he wanted from me, but it is all worth it. Mr. Rockefeller will ensure you are as prepared as possible before ever entering a courtroom. Again I want to commend the entire office on their constant professionalism. It is an incredible team and I am forever grateful for the work they did for me.

Grateful Client Review

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I valued Mr. Rockefeller's counsel and advice. He made a tough situation bearable. The whole team at Rockefeller Law was professional and dependable. His team ensured information was passed and questions I had were answered. Even with Mr. Rockefeller's schedule, he was available and took time to return calls so I could get questions answered . His professionalism and persistence got results and always had my best interest in mind. I'd choose him to represent me in the future for any circumstance.

A+ Lawyer!!

Posted by

Rockefeller law center did an amazing job! My divorce was a mess and I had a criminal case opened at same time. From the very beginning, Mr. Rockefeller was very informative and confident and knew what he could and couldn't do to help from the beginning. He pulled no punches and pushed to get things done when the opposing attorney was procrastinating and unavailable. He's absolutely awesome! I had no worries with him representing me and his staff were amazing! You'd be cheating yourself if you chose anyone else.
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Attorney endorsements

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Hovanes Margarian, Civil rights Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

John Ralls, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 29, 2014
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I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community.

John Worman

I endorse this lawyer.

Ronald Daniels, Family Attorney on Feb 24, 2013
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Jim Rockefeller is a fantastic trial lawyer and works hard to ensure his clients receive positive results.

Jesse Barrow

I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Kuldiner, Family Attorney on Jun 24, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer as a valuable member of this forum. Attorneys who participate in this forum are providing useful information for those in need and should be commended. Further, the type of information conveyed is in the true spirit of professionalism where information is provided to help those in need which is the underpinning of the legal profession. Often the users of this forum are given second opinions that expand on information or provide contradictory information. Providing information empowers the uninformed to go forward with confronting their legal problems. I recommend and endorse this attorney.

Amy Bell, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 14, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.

Bradley Fisher

I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community.

Ikemesit Eyo

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, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

A first-rate attorney.

Joseph Ostrowski, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 13, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Attorney Rockefeller is a fantastic attorney with outstanding writing skills.

Jennifer Mendelsohn, Litigation Attorney on Dec 10, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 3, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 29, 2011
Relationship: Friend

I endorse James because he is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. He has the respect of judges and attorneys in his field.

Richard Lawson, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 14, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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  • Hourly Rates$175-$225/hour
    RATES
    • 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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