Shashi S Jairam

Shashi S Jairam

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Personal Injury

2161 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, Suite 301, West Palm Beach, FL

About Shashi

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Domestic battery, suspended licenses, drug possession charge, thefts, or any felony or misdemeanor.

50%
DUI and DWI 40%

DUIs, Enhanced DUIs, DUI Crash, Felony DUIs.

40%
Expungement 5%

Expungement and Sealing of criminal record

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 14 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2011

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

J & J Law Firm, P.A.

2161 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, Suite 301, West Palm Beach, FL, 33409

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Shashi S Jairam's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

164 Client Reviews

Showing 121 - 125 of 164 reviews

Posted by Tazz | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Veteran, Prosecutor, Defense Attorney, and Winner!

Shashi is by far the best lawyer in South Florida. From the very first day I met Shashi, I had an instinctual feeling that he was the right choice. He is a military veteran, that clearly exceeded military expectations. His strategy, counter strategy, and 'plan B' strategies were extraordinary. He... was ready for every possible outcome, and was prepared to make his moves far in advance. I was facing a significant criminal charge that Shashi was able to get reduced to a much, much more favorable outcome. I believe that the outcome of this case could not have been achieved by any other lawyer. Shashi is a winner and always has a strategy to acquire victory. Shashi was ALWAYS there to talk/text on the phone. I tried not to bother him on weekends, but when I was having worries, Shashi was always willing to consult. Unlike other lawyers, I felt that Shashi was really putting in the extra effort to help me through this run in with the law. He has a string of great relationships with people that work in the courts and legal system. This is due to him having been a prosecutor for several years. These connections really made things get settled quickly and smoothly. Shashi worked with me to set up an affordable payment plan at an affordable rate. He was willing to work with me on payments, as long as I gave him a prior notice. The services Shashi provided were worth far more than the rate we agreed upon. Shashi is a great attorney. I highly recommend him to anyone having legal troubles. This man really knows his stuff and will formulate the best strategy for anyone who is having a run in with the law.

Posted by J | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Case Dismissed

I put myself in a bad situation and felt helpless. I found Shashi Jairam by doing a internet search for DUI lawyers. I called him around 7AM Monday morning expecting to leave a voice message for him to call me back. Needless the say he answered the phone in the middle of his workout. He stopped worki...ng out to counsel me during the process and didn't get off the phone until I didn't have any further questions. Later, that day I went to his office to have a face to face conversation and left his office feeling like a heavy boulder on my shoulder had been lifted. Shashi told me I can't promise you anything but I will represent you to the best of my ability and if any lawyer promise you the outcome don't believe them. For the next two months Shashi called me more than I called him and every time I called him he answered the phone. I didn't have to do much but let him do his job and follow his directions. Needless to say, I received a call from Shashi saying great news your case is dismissed. I don't want to get into much details on what happened on the night of the arrest but let's just say the final outcome of the case was a miracle. Only the best of the best lawyers are able to get the outcome Shashi got for me. ***** Performance on all levels

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal defense

My son had some serous charge.i needed an attorney so i hired sashi he was great! He was not only there for my son but for me emotionally. he always answers his phone promptly if he missed your call he returns it in a timely manor.he was great from the start price was reasonable for the charge agains...t my son he got him to spend less jail time from 90 days to 26 no probation case close the judge was even surprised he got such a great deal .Thanks! Sashi...if you ever need a great defense attorney dont hesitate call sashi you won't regret it

Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best lawyer in Palm beach county

I was stopped by he police and was accused with DUI, as a healthcare professional knowing how such thing can destroy my life, career, etc, I prayed god to send me a great lawyer and he did, Mr Shashi was god sent. When I finally met him to discuss to case, the men was honest, supportive everything ...you will need when going through such a difficult time. Most attorney don't return your call , not him, one example: I woke up one day at 5:30 AM to get ready for work, i texted attorney Shashi at 5:35 AM, this men text me back at 5:38 and continue a conversation for more than 15 min to help me with my concerns. Mr shashi is not only an attorney but also a counselor, when i went to see him for my case, he did not promise any outcome, but did promise me he will be there for me at all time, and will do his best and he did, finally the case was dropped. if you are looking for an attorney that you can trust, someone that will be there for you at all time, he is the men.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Extremely satisfied

I'm 19 years young and I was being a little reckless and I caught 3 drug charges and countless tickets within the span of 1 month and i had trouble looking for lawyer, every lawyer I called wanted an unreasonable amount of money some lawyers wanted a whopping 6k I was thinking these guys are trying ...to finess me so I was about to give up and accept my consequences then a friend of mine who just got off house arrest on some more serious charges told me of a lawyer who helped him out greatly and then he introduced me to shashi who had a very low price and quality work. I was thinking I'm about to get on probation or something but I got off with 20 hours of community service, very light sentence. I did my requirements and then let shashi take care of the rest. I highly recommend

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Shashi S Jairam's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mattie Fore

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Shashi Jairam. I worked with him on a daily basis for many months. I defended many cases he prosecuted. He was always professional and courteous, and a pleasure to work with, even when things got heated. My experience with him as a defense attorney has been equally pleasant and impressive."

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Maria Albanese

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jairam is a well respected, dedicated, and highly skilled advocate. He is definitely an excellent choice."

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H. Aalsberg

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers I know the hard work and dedication to the profession it takes to be selected as one of America's Top Trial Lawyers. Therefore, I proudly endorse Attorney Shashl Jalram truly one of America's Top Lawyers."

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Alex Hairston

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jairam has a solid reputation amongst his peers due to his skilled practice. I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Owen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jairam is an excellent criminal defense attorney, and treats his clients with attention to detail and compassion for their cause"

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Noah Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jairam's knowledge and experience make him an excellent criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Forsyth

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jairam is a highly contributing member to the Avvo community and an expert practitioner."

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Dorinda Myers

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When you, or a loved one, find yourself in need of a criminal defense/DUI attorney it is important that you retain an experienced, knowledgeable and competent attorney. Mr. Jairam has a positive reputation in the legal community for just those reasons."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Jairam. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."

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Jonathan Lacour

Unknown lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lorenzo Perez

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jairam is one of the most respected and hardworking attorneys in Palm Beach County. He has a stellar reputation among the lawyers and judges in this county and has a VERY impressive career history. If you hire Mr. Jairam you know you will get a quality defense from a excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Vonnie Dones

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Inna Gorin

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Shashi Jairam. He is a hard working, intelligent, and skilled attorney who fights hard to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients. A dedicated professional who is widely respected within the legal community."

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Goldstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Shashi Jairam donates his time posting very helpful legal answers in the Avvo community to assist individuals seeking advice. This demonstrates a compassion to help people in need. He is an asset to the legal profession. I fully endorse him."

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Brian Gabriel

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His clients should have confidence in his ability to represent them."

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Scott Skier

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Jairam is an excellent attorney with a sharp legal mind. Shashi and I worked together extensively when he was employed as an Assistant State Attorney. As adversaries, Mr. Jairam was always diligent in his preparation and I have no doubt that will continue as he establishes himself as a top notch Defense attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Shashi Jairam."

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Elizabeth Carpenter

Unknown lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Well respected lawyer in the community. Dedicated advocate."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer as one who is a specialist in their field and highly recommend."

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Mattie Fore

Criminal defense lawyer

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Maria Albanese

Criminal defense lawyer

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Noah Peterson

Family lawyer

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Jeremy Forsyth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dorinda Myers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lorenzo Perez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ruth Singer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Goldstein

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elizabeth Carpenter

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Skier

Criminal defense lawyer

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Simon Kabzan

Family lawyer

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Meryl Chambers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lee Zavatsky

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Gabriel

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Phillips

Personal injury lawyer

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Sam Israels

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mariya Furman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brad Kaiserman

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top Contributor Award 2016, Avvo

2016

Clients' Choice 2016, Avvo

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2015

Top Contributor Award 2015, Avvo

2015

Clients' Choice 2015, Avvo

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top Contributor Award 2014, Avvo

2011

Cum Laude, University of Maryland School of Law

1992

Cum Laude, Wayland Baptist University

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Partner, J & J Law Firm, P.A.

2011 - 2011

Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office, Baltimore

2011 - 2014

Assistant State Attorney, Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, State Attorney's Office, Anne Arundel County, Maryland

1989 - 2009

Military Officer, Major (Retired), United States Air Force (Active Duty)

Associations

2014 - Present

Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Committee Member

2014 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Admitted to Practice

2014 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2011 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2012 - 2015

Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2011

Maryland State Bar Association

Student Member

2008 - 2012

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2010

Student Bar Association

Evening Class President

Sample of Legal Cases

Florida v. E.P.

Convinced filing attorney to file misdemeanor charges only. Misdemeanor case resolve with diversion (20 hours of community service) and case was nolle prossed.

Florida v. L.W.

Resolved with a misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia, time served. No DL suspension.

Florida v. S.G.

Probation on DUI with a No Valid DL on the suspended license, preventing possible habitualization.

Florida v. K.B.

Probation with house arrest

Florida v. C.S.

Nolle Pros after Diversion.

Florida v J.L.

Diversion.

Florida v R.G.

Pled to misdemeanor battery and criminal mischief with time served. Felonies were no-filed. Robbery was filed as Petit Theft and ultimately nolle prossed.

Florida v M.R.

Diversion.

Florida v R.G.

Probation

Florida v C.I.

Time Served (Client was unable to get a valid DL)

Florida v. M.D.

Got case no-filed by intake prosecutor.

Florida v R. R.

Resolved with diversion. Case nolle prossed at very first hearing.

Florida v. M.A.

Nolle Pros on Count 3, Withhold of Adjudication with Probation on two lesser 3 deg Fel on Counts 1 and 2.

Florida v. M.M.

Persuade prosecutor to drop charges.

Florida v. C.O.

Plead to Misdemeanor Attempted Possession of Marijuana, preserving client's ability to drive

Florida v. K.P.

Resolved case with a diversion program after which case was nolle pros. Client only went to court once.

Florida v. A.M.

Diversion program.

Florida v. J.B.

Both second degree felonies were nolle prossed (Burglary and Dealing in Stolen Prop). Client receive a withhold of adjudication and probation on Grand Theft and False Verification

Florida v. R.C.

Persuaded prosecutor to file misdemeanor charges. Nolle pros following a diversion program.

Florida v. D.R.

Resolved case with a diversion program after which case was nolle pros.

Florida v. M.H.

Resolved with nolle pros prior to court date. Client never had to appear in court.

Florida v. E.H.

Resolved with nolle pros at first appearance. Client never had to appear in court.

Florida v. K.F.

Won at Trial

Florida v. J.W.

Won at Trial

Florida v. R.D.

Won at Trial

Florida v. J.P.

Won at Trial

Florida v. S.D.

Won at Trial

Florida v. R.M.

Won at Trial

Florida v. D.N.

Won at Trial

Florida v. M.R.

Won at Trial

Florida v. V.M.

Won at Trial

Florida v. F.S.

Won at Trial

Florida v. C.B.

Won at Trial

Florida v. V.M.

Won at Trial

Florida v. S.B.

Won at Trial

Florida v. D.P.

Won at Trial

Florida v. S.B.

Won at Trial

Florida v. A.L.

Won at Trial

Florida v. C.O.

Won at Trial

Florida v. J.P.

Won at Trial

Florida v. T.H.

Won at Trial

Florida v. D.L.

Won at Trial

Florida v. J.J.

Won at Trial

Florida v. R.B.

Won at Trial

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Education

2011

University of Maryland School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2000

Eastern Kentucky University

Certificate

1999

University of Maryland, University College

MA - Masters

1992

Wayland Baptist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1992

Community College of the Air Force

Associates

Speaking Engagements

2016

Law Magnet Program

Legal Consequences of Drug Use

2016

Law Magnet Program

Legal Consequences of Drug Use

2011

Professional Conduct Seminar

Prosecutorial Misconduct

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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