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Jackie Wayne VanZant
About Jackie
Biography
Jackie Wayne VanZant began his legal career in 2012 when he became employed at The Law Office of Jennifer Richarsdon as a legal researcher and trial assistant specializing in Family Law in Collin County.
Jackie continued pursuing his passion to work in the legal field, so while hosting a radio show in the afternoons, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a Minor in Criminology. Shortly thereafter, Jackie attended and graduated law school at South Texas College of Law/Houston.
After earning his Juris Doctorate (law degree), Jackie returned to North Texas and began working at the Nix/Poet Law Firm in 2015 to expand his career by including his heavily studied field of Criminal Law.
After working at Nix/Poet for two years, Jackie decided to “hang his own shingle,” and opened his own firm in Downtown Sherman, Texas, where he currently services Grayson, Fannin, Collin, and surrounding counties in Criminal Defense, Family Law, Landlord/Tenant Law, and Personal Injury Litigation.
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 8 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2017
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Location
The Law Office of Jackie VanZant PLLC
100 N Travis St., Suite 507, Sherman, TX, 75090-0014
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Posted by Deshayna | April 05, 2021
Criminal
Jackie was great with making me feel comfortable and knowledgeable about my situation! He was right there with any questions that I had! Their office was great about taking care of my situation and staying on top of everything so I didn’t have to worry about it!
Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
The Best!
5 stars are not enough! Jackie was referred to me by a family member and I could not be more pleased with his work. Issues never arise at a convenient time, so I had to reach out to him after hours. He returned my call within the hour, advised on the next steps, and had everything handled faster than...
Posted by Becky | March 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Awesome
Jackie went above and beyond for me! He kept me updated every step of the way. I was never in the dark, and alway had peace of mind, knowing he was on my side!
Posted by Cody Osborne | December 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Jackie & Linsy
I hired Jackie 2 times in the past few years. Hands down the best lawyer around! Always explains things so you can understand and never leaves a call un returned! Linsy is so helpful and stays on top of things and can answer questions quickly! Always reminds you and makes sure you are prepared for ...
Posted by Andy | December 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Andy
Mr Van Zant went above and beyond my expectations. We discussed the case outcome I was satisfied and got a better deal. Most important to the results was the professionalism and major help from Linsy .Linsy is a major player to the Van Zant Team .
Jackie Wayne VanZant's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Jackie is a sharp lawyer. Nothing gets past him"
Jacob Pelley
Estate planning lawyer
Robert Jarvis
Criminal defense lawyer
Benjamin Baker
Family lawyer
Experience
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 AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Texas Bar CollegeMember
2018 - Present
Federal Bar Association Eastern District of TexasMember
2017 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Associationmember
2017 - Present
Grayson County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
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
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
Legal Answers
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Q&A
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16 Feb 2024
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Can you move from GA to Texas if you have pending court cases?
16 Feb 2024
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If I get pulled over and a traffic ticket while on pretrial is that violation ?
17 Feb 2024