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Shashi S Jairam
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Biography
Former Assistant State Attorney in Palm Beach County and a US Air Force Retired Military Officer with 20 years in law enforcement. Graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland School of Law. As a former Prosecutor, I handled thousands of cases such as, Retail Thefts, Suspended License, Driving Under the Influence, Narcotics Possession, Grand Theft, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Attempted First Degree Murder. I have done over 50 trials. Martindale-Hubbell®-AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated Attorney.
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Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
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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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Recommendation (82)
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Communication Style (55)
Professionalism (53)
Practice Area Knowledge (35)
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Posted by Wood | May 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
True justice
I was charged with DUI and I ended up with my case being dropped. The thing that made me hire Shashi was the fact that he took the time of his busy schedule to listen to my side of the story personally. Your truth with all the facts needed to be known. Shashi ensured that. He is a great criminal defe...
Shashi Jairam
Replied last May 18, 2022Appreciate the great review, Wood. It was a pleasure helping you and I'm glad we were able to get your DUI dropped. Thanks for being a great client. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any legal help. Thank you again, Shashi Jairam.
Posted by Paul | April 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
I hired Shashi for a simple battery case. With his assistance, we were able to get the case dismissed. If you are looking for a knowledgeable attorney with exceptional communication skills, he is your guy.
Shashi Jairam
Replied last April 13, 2022Thank you for the great review, Paul! I very much appreciate the kind words and I'm glad we were able to get your case dismissed. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any legal help. Thank you again, Shashi Jairam.
Posted by Andy | March 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
You will not find a better lawyer
Shashi is the best lawyer hands down. He is very thorough and detailed with you everystep of the way. You are never out of the loop and if you don’t understand something he will take his time and make sure you do understand. He has a great payment plan for those who are not able to pay all up front. ...
Shashi Jairam
Replied last April 13, 2022Andy, thank you for the excellent review! It was a pleasure working with you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any legal help. Thank you again, Shashi Jairam.
Posted by Mario M. | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Profesional,dedicated, knowledgeable
I was glad to have hired him. He worked hard on my case. I would use him again if need to do so.
Shashi Jairam
Replied last February 09, 2022Thank you for the 5-star review, Mario! It was a pleasure helping you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any legal help. Thank you again, Shashi Jairam.
Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal Case
Mr.Jairam is definitely the lawyer for your case. I recommend 5 stars for this man because he communicated with me throughout the whole process and got my charges dropped in a short period of time. He keeps it real and straight forward with you and is very informative. 5 stars! if I could give more I...
Shashi Jairam
Replied last November 19, 2021Thank you for the excellent review! I take communicating with clients very seriously, so I very much appreciate the recognition. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any legal help. Thank you again, Shashi Jairam.
Shashi S Jairam's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Mr. Jairam is a well respected, dedicated, and highly skilled advocate. He is definitely an excellent choice."
"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."
"Mr. Jairam has a solid reputation amongst his peers due to his skilled practice. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Jairam is an excellent criminal defense attorney, and treats his clients with attention to detail and compassion for their cause"
"Mr. Jairam's knowledge and experience make him an excellent criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jairam is a highly contributing member to the Avvo community and an expert practitioner."
"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."
"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."
"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal 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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. His clients should have confidence in his ability to represent them."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Well respected lawyer in the community. Dedicated advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer as one who is a specialist in their field and highly recommend."
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Experience
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 LawyersCommittee Member
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
2014 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
Florida BarMember
2012 - 2015
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2011
Maryland State Bar AssociationStudent Member
2008 - 2012
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
Student Bar AssociationEvening 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
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
2013
Palm Beach Post
Lake Park man gets life in prison for attacking jail deputies
2011
1999
Defense Technical Information Center
Exploring the Characteristics of Personal Victims Using the National Crime Victimization Survey
Languages
English
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