Jackie Wayne VanZant

Jackie Wayne VanZant

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 8 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sherman, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

100 N Travis St., Suite 507, Sherman, TX

About Jackie

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Possession/Distribution/Drugs; Weapons; Assault; Burglary; Robbery; Theft; Criminal Trespassing; Probation Revocation, Jury Trials.

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

Driving While Intoxicated: Class B; Class A; Felony DWI Driving Under the Influence Boating While Intoxicated Jury Trials

20%
Family 20%

Divorce (contested and uncontested), Family Violence, Custody, Child Support, Pre-Nuptual Agreements, Modifications, Wills, Adoptions.

20%
Landlord or Tenant 10%

Resolve disputes between landlord/tenant issues, eviction, lease review, drafting, litigation, appeals.

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Auto Accidents; Slip and Fall; Premises Liability; Tort Law.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 8 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2017

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Jackie VanZant PLLC

100 N Travis St., Suite 507, Sherman, TX, 75090-0014

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Jackie Wayne VanZant's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 56 reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Dressed

Jackie is an amazing attorney and person. He is well known and liked in the community. I hired Jackie at the last minute. As our hearing got closer I got concerned that we shouldn’t go into court without an attorney. Jackie jumped right on the case, compiled evidence and with his knowledge and expe...rtise, won the case. I have been around a lot of attorneys in my life and Jackie walked in to court impeccably dressed and with an air of confidence. I highly recommend him if you are ever in a need for an attorney.

Posted by Kendra | March 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding representation!

There’s not enough characters to truly express my gratitude for Jackie VanZant. I owe this man my freedom! After my divorce I completely spiraled and found myself causing mayhem from Collin county, to Grayson. I was facing not only misdemeanor charges, felony convictions, but also being incarcerated.... As a single mom of four kiddos- reality set in, and I knew I was done for. Grayson county was out for blood. From the very first form of contact, Jackie had brought me comfort. His amount of knowledge was untouchable. I knew he was the one that would take care of me, as if I were family. Today we had court- I walked out a free women… AND FELONY FREE!! Jackie made this terrifying situation, non existent. I just had to trust him- and I’m so glad I did.

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

Not sure where to start, I just want to say my experience using Jackie was over the top Amazing . He is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares about his clients. He is very responsive and puts your mind at ease no matter what the case may be. I highly recommend Jackie for legal issues. I’m very sati...sfied.

Posted by Logan | January 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS, Criminal or Family

Jackie, had been beyond amazing for me and my tribulations! From criminally too Family law, the best there ever was! He has made it very easy for me in my very stressful situations! He has talked with me a midnight about a case, he has told me what too expect and has made sure i got nothing less than... that and 100% more than “average”! He’s been there through it all, and anytime i have a question he’s my go too and he delivers honest report back too me! 100% reliable, 100% honest and truth worthy! Will NOT use anyone else besides him! And will 100xxx recommend him too anyone i know or don’t know when asked!

Posted by Bob | September 29, 2022

Very knowledgeable and helpful

I received a call back from Jackie the same day I left a message. I was anxious about my case, but felt like a weight was lifted after speaking with Jackie. Speaking with Jackie is like speaking with a friend. His legal knowledge and reassurance is priceless.

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Jackie Wayne VanZant's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacob Pelley

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jackie knows the community, the courts, and the other lawyers. He is not afraid to work late or go the extra mile for his clients."

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Benjamin Baker

Family lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jackie is a sharp lawyer. Nothing gets past him"

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Jacob Pelley

Estate planning lawyer

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Robert Jarvis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Benjamin Baker

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2023

DWI Scholar Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

DWI Trial Warrior, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2015

Outstanding Advocate-Mock Trial Tournament, South Texas College of Law Houston

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Municipal Judge, City of Bells

2017 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Jackie VanZant

2018 - 2023

City Prosecutor, City of Bells

2015 - 2017

Legal Research, Nix/Poet Law Firm

2012 - 2015

Legal Research, The Law Office of Jennifer Richardson

Associations

2022 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - Present

Texas Bar College

Member

2018 - Present

Federal Bar Association Eastern District of Texas

Member

2017 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

member

2017 - Present

Grayson County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

JURY TRIAL: (1) Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child; (4) Indecency w Child by Contact

NOT GUILTY

JURY TRIAL: DWI (Alcohol and THC)

NOT GUILTY

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Education

2015

South Texas College of Law Houston

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2012

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Bachelor's Degree: Political Science/Minor: Criminal Justice

2012

Grayson College

Associate's Degree Sociology

Speaking Engagements

2023

JUDGE: Collegiate Mock Jury Trial

Austin College-Fifth Annual Kangaroo Brawl

2022

JUDGE: Collegiate Mock Jury Trials

Austin College-Fourth Annual Kangaroo Brawl

Publications

2020

Print I Only Had 2, Officer! A Cliff's Notes Guide to DWI

2015

Print When the Credit BUREAU is Bad

Languages

English

Activity

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