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James A Drummond
also known as James Drummond Law Firm, PLLC, Jim Drummond
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
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50 years | 400 cases
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Licensed in Texas for 13 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 49 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 41 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
James Drummond Law Firm, PLLC
916 Indian Hawthorne Drive, Georgetown, TX, 78628
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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by David | June 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Saved my friend
Jim spent an incredible amount of time preparing the defense for my friend, working with both the DA and the judge. Jim believed in my friend and defended him vigorously. He was able to convey very personal details allowing the DA and judge to come to an equitable sentence.
Posted by Carlos H. | March 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Forever grateful
For many years, I have been struggling with the mistaken identity of a criminal with the same name and birthdate as me, who was somehow linked to my persona because of a mistake made by the officer who filled out the report. This issue was causing a lot of problems; it even caused me an arrest at the...
Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Phenominal Attorney
Jim is the best criminal attorney you can get. We had a very unfortunate incedent with my son who has Autism among other disabilities. As a family we were searching everywhere for an attorney that could understand the circumstances of the incedent. Jim took time to review, ask questions and seek out ...
Posted by Tammy | April 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Thankful
Without going into any personal details, I would just like to say that without Jim our situation would most likely not have been as favorable. We were facing a multitude of charges in multiple counties and were not very optimistic. We are so thankful for the time and effort he put into our case, go...
Posted by RON | March 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
THE BEST
Jim is the best , our son got into some trouble and it was a nightmare for my wife and i . Jim kept it real and never gave us any false hope. After several months he was able to negotiate a 5yr deal for our son Andrew who was looking at a 20yr sentence. Jim always stayed in contact with us and this m...
James A Drummond's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim Drummond is a zealous advocate. He is compassionate about protecting the rights of his clients. "Innocent until proven guilty!" This is what Jim represents. I have seen his skills and how much he cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. His knowledge and trial skills are excellant and he is a power advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Drummond is a special and unique criminal attorney. What makes him special is that not only does he fight for his clients and possess a mastery of the law; he genuinely cares about his clients. Mr. Drummond is a skilled and passionate advocate. I recommend his services without hesitation."
"How can you tell if you have the right defense lawyer? Well if you are in Oklahoma and facing legal charges, you will know immediately that you have the right lawyer after a few minutes with Jim Drummond! I have personally witnessed Jim's trial skills in action: his ability to discover the 'real' story and seek the truth of the matter puts him in a league above most attorneys. Through his natural ability to navigate to the truth of the matter coupled with the highly specialized trial training from Gerry Spence's trial college, Jim is capable of fighting for Justice and he is the lawyer you need in your corner!"
"I have no reservations endorsing Jim Drummond. I had the chance to work with him at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College. I found Jim to be very knowledgeable, compassionate and a great trial lawyer. I would have no reservation referring clients to Jim."
"Jim is an amazing attorney. His knowledge and training in criminal defense makes him one of the best attorneys nationwide. He is truly a talented and gifted attorney. He is one of only about a thousand lawyers Nationwide to have graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College. I whole heartedly recommend Jim. If you need help, Jim is the man to have in your corner."
"I met Jim Drummond at the Trial Lawyers College. He was an inspiration to me that he is still working hard to be the best advocate he can possibly be for his clients. If i was in trouble in Oklahoma I can think of no one who would be a better advocate."
"Jim is a pleasure to know both as a friend and a colleague. I do not think I've met another litigator with Jim's creative talents. Hi ability to blend his creativity and knowledge of criminal law makes him an unstoppable force in the courtroom."
"Jim Drummond is one of the best and most respected trial lawyers in Oklahoma. He genuinely cares about his clients. Jim has achieved outstanding results in a wide variety of criminal cases, even when the odds for success were slim. I have watched him in all phases of trial and Jim's courtroom skills rank among the top in his profession."
"Nobody cares more or works harder for his clients than Jim. I had the pleasure of working extensively with Jim for 26 days at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer's College in Wyoming. Jim is a talented trial lawyer who tirelessly prepares each of his cases. If you are looking for somebody that will fight for you, Jim's the guy."
"Jim Drummond is an outstanding criminal trial attorney who I would highly recommend. His experience and hard work always great results for his clients. Jim has also received training from top trial attorneys in this country. I happily endorse James Drummond."
"Jim's professional resume speaks for itself. You will not find a more qualified lawyer than Jim Drummond. However, you will also be hard-pressed to find a better human being than Jim. I have the highest respect for Jim and hold him in the highest possible professional and personal regard. If you need a criminal defense lawyer, or if you are a lawyer in need of assistance on a criminal appellate matter, you should hire Jim."
"Mr. Drummond will always receive my highest recommendation and endorsement. I have had the pleasure of working with him in trial preparation and the only thing I have found more impressive than his trial skills, is his integrity and character. James is kind, intelligent, a hard worker and a true champion for the accused."
"I had the pleasure of attending Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College with Jim. In that environment you are able to watch your classmates on a daily basis and evaluate their ability to communicate and think fast on their feet. I was very impressed with Jim as a lawyer and a person, and would not hesitate to call upon him if I needed help in Oklahoma."
"It's no surprise that Jim Drummond has received a perfect 10.0 rating on AVVO. Jim is a highly trained and exceptional advocate. He has the skills and know how necessary to tackle even the most daunting and seemingly unwinable case. Jim knows the law and he knows how to win cases. I wholeheartedly endorse Jim as a lawyer and an exceptional human being."
"I highly recommend Jim to anyone charged with a crime in Oklahoma. Jim is an outstanding trial attorney and a great fighter for the constitutional rights of his clients. I have personally seen Jim prepare for jury selection and trial and can tell you that you're in good hands. Jim also cares for his clients. I encourage you to call Jim if you or a family member has been charged with a crime."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Furman Award for Excellence in Death Penalty Advocacy, Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy
2011
Maurice Merrill Goldn Quill Award, Oklahoma Bar Association
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Solo Practitioner, James Drummond LAw Firm, PLLC
2014 - 2017
Assistant Public Defender, Regional Public Defender Office for Capital Cases
2008 - 2014
Attorney, Jim Drummond Law Firm, PLC
2007 - 2008
Third Level Supervisor, Capital Habeas Unit, Federal Public Defender Western District of Oklahoma
1998 - 2007
Chief, Non-Capital Trial Division, Oklahoma Indigent Defense System
Associations
2014 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AsociationMember
2007 - Present
Oklahoma County Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
2006 - Present
Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2009 - 2014
Oklahoma Bar AssociationChairman, Legal Ethics Asvisory Panel
2008 - 2012
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Inn of CourtMaster
2003 - 2014
Oklahoma Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionBoard Member and Past Chair
2003 - 2008
Oklahoma Sentencing CommissionBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Taylor v. Workman
conviction reversed for new trial
Education
1976
University of Okahoma
Juris Doctor
1976
City University of New York, City College
MA - Masters
1969
Wesleyan University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2015
Capital Defense Seminar
CSI EFFECT in Capital Cases
Publications
2014
Race and Class
The Politics of the Sentence of Death
2011
Oklahoma Bar Journal
A Natural History of the Leon Good Faith Exception in Oklahoma
2009
Oklahoma Bar Journal
Gant TKOs Belton In the Fourth ROund
2003
Oklahoma Bar Journal
A Little Known Branch of Law Enforcement
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers