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 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Donja | August 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent service and commitment to clients.

I couldn't have found a better representative for our situation. Mr. VanZant took a case most firms wouldn't touch and got us a substantial win considering the charges. His attention to details and ability to work with our financial situation gave us a second chance. Hands down the best attorney I'm... Grayson county.

Posted by Jordan | June 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

100/100 RECOMMEND

Jackie is an amazing attorney. He has helped my family out in a criminal matter. He has always been honest, up front, and very informative. When talking to him it doesn’t feel like you’re talking to an attorney; it feels like you’re talking with one of your closest friends. He cares about you as a ...person and wants to get you the best possible out come of the situation. If you need an attorney Jackie is the one to reach out too. If I or my family are ever in need of an attorney again Jackie is the way to go!

Posted by Todd | February 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

As an educator, I’ve always taken pride in my profession as well as having no criminal history. That is why it came as a huge shock to me that I was given a citation for an incident that I was unaware of, and never arrested on! Regardless, it’s always scary to be in the crosshairs of the court. M...y supervisor recommended I call Jackie VanZant. I am certainly glad I did! Nervous and not even knowing what to expect, Jackie showed up to my court hearing, he walked in to speak with the Judge and the Prosecutor for a few minutes, and when he came back out, he told me about how my case is being dismissed! It seriously went just like that! Hands down good lawyer and also seems like a good guy! If you are reading this, then you must be looking for an attorney. Do yourself a favor and stop looking and reading, and just call!

Posted by Coby | February 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jackie is an awesome lawyer!

Was devastated when I got arrested for DWI. Never been in trouble with the law before, and was mortified when I got this charge. Especially knowing how tough Texas is on DWIs. I heard Jackie specializes in DWI defense, so I met with him and two other lawyers. All three seemed to know what they were t...alking about, but talking with Jackie was the same as talking to a friend. Very laid back, which helped my mindset with the stress. By the time we went to the first few court hearings, Jackie kept resetting my case and working deal after deal with the DA on my case. The DA finally made a pretty good offer, and although I thought it was a good deal, Jackie explained one more option to get an even better one…He wanted to have a hearing and let the Judge decide…this sounded risky at first, but Jackie explained the entire process and we went over the pros and cons…I ultimately agreed, and today we went to our hearing…Jackie and the DA gave their opening statements, I was called to the stand, Jackie and the DA were both asking me questions, and then Jackie gave a great closing statement! It really was like something you see in the movies!!! The Judge took a recess, and came back to tell me if I completed some probation and paid a small fine, then the DWI would NEVER go on my record! It would be a DISMISSAL! Wow!!!  Usually even with probation, a DWI in Texas still stays on your record! Can’t thank Jackie enough for everything his office did for me!

Posted by Tamara | January 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Don't think twice choose him!

When I was living in Texas, I received a Citation for DWLI. I had no idea I had a court date, and moved to my home state of Michigan. It wasn’t until 9 years later that I realized I had a warrant! I was scared and didn’t even know what to do or where to start! I contacted Jackie, and he set my mind c...ompletely at ease and handled everything on his end with court and getting the charges handled! So down to earth every time we spoke! Couldn’t have been more pleased with my representation. Would definitely use him again, and is highly recommended!

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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

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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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