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John K Dosdall
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Biography
John Dosdall is a shareholder of JacksonWhite and a key member of the criminal defense team, with a focus on felony and misdemeanor offenses. Prior to joining the Firm in 2014, John handled thousands of felony and misdemeanor matters while prosecuting cases as a Deputy County Attorney for the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, an Assistant Attorney General for the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, and a Deputy County Attorney for the Pinal County Attorney’s Office. His experience and relationships benefit his clients tremendously when navigating the difficult criminal legal system.
Honors:
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Nation’s Top One Percent of Distinguished Counsel
Premier 100 Trial Attorneys by the National Academy of Jurisprudence
10 Best Attorneys for the State of Arizona, Criminal Law
Admissions
All State Courts
United States District Court | District of Arizona
Memberships
Arizona State Bar Association
AZ State Bar, Criminal Justice Section
AZ State Bar, Juvenile Law Section
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 18 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Jackson White, PC
40 North Center, Mesa, AZ, 85201
Jackson White PC
5635 N. Scottsdale Rd, Ste. 170, Scottsdale, AZ, 85250
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Posted by Crystal | June 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
I hired John Dosdall to represent a relative of mine. We were very satisfied with the outcome of what was a complex situation. I am very happy with John's work and couldn't have asked for a more excellent lawyer.
Posted by Sofia | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding attorney
I had the pleasure of hiring Jermey and John for my criminal case, and I can honestly say I got the best representation possible. Most genuine and knowledgeable attorneys. They followed through with exactly what they said they would and John even went the extra mile as to clear my record. I recommend...
Posted by Bennett | August 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Phenomenal performance
WOW!! WHERE DO I BEGIN! JOHN DOSDALL IS SOMETHING ELSE, I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH JOHN THROUGH A CASE, AND IT COULDNT HAVE GONE ANY BETTER FOR ME. VERY THOROUGH, KNOWLEDGEABLE, AND CONFIDENT TO SAY THE LEAST! I RECOMMEND TO ANYONE IN NEED OF AN ATTORNY WITH ZERO HESITATION, AND WILL WITHOUT ...
Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Best Criminal Attorney in Arizona
John is one of the best attorneys in the business. He has vast experience as a prosecutor AND as a defense attorney. He is honest, fair, professional, and ALWAYS advocates for his clients. He has spent years developing a reputation that is favorable for all the people that he represents. If you eve...
Posted by Sienna | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
John Gets Things Done
John Dodall helped me get my case dismissed completely. He is a great attorney who works hard and has a lot of connections with the prosecutors office. If you even find yourself facing charges, call John and see what he can do for you.
John K Dosdall's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Dosdall is an excellent attorney."
"Mr. Dosdall is an impressive litigator. His understanding and experience in criminal law is evident in each of his cases. I endorse this lawyer."
"John has the talent and knowledge of someone who has been practicing many more years than he actually has. His successes will only continue as he grows and I happily endorse him."
"I endorse John because of his work ethic and his dedication to justice. He has proven his abilities in court and is able to be a vigilant advocate for his clients."
"John is my associate and a pleasure to work with. He is enthusiastic, proactive, and has earned the respect of clients by giving his best to each case. I gladly endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Dosdall is the kind of attorney that will go the extra mile to help his clients. He is very skilled and an asset you want on your side. I endorse this lawyer."
"John has been an excellent addition to JacksonWhite. His work ethic and skill in court allow him to be a very successful Criminal Defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"John is an impressive attorney. He advocates for his clients to get them the best outcome available. His work ethic and skill set make him a very valuable attorney to our firm."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. John Dosdall is an excellent trial attorney who achieves amazing results for his clients. I have referred many clients to him, who have told me how pleased they were with their results. His is an incredible asset to our legal community."
"John Dosdall is a great attorney who is focused on his clients. He reviews his cases thoroughly to ensure that all issues are fully examined ahead of time. I know that John is a great asset to have on your legal team."
"John Dosdall's experience sets him apart from other Criminal Defense attorneys and I would recommend him to anyone needing criminal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a talented and dedicated attorney that strives to obtain the best outcomes for all of his clients."
"I've known John Dosdall for many years now. He is a caring attorney that fights for his clients in the courtroom. He has a solid reputation in the legal community as an honest and hard working defense attorney."
"Mr. Dosdall is one of the most well prepared litigators I have had the fortune to work against. He is always a straight shooter. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"John is an excellent attorney. As a prosecutor, I worked with him on multiple cases and found him to be highly professional. John works hard for his clients and obtains great results."
"I endorse this lawyer for all the hard work that is put into helping clients."
"John is a very good attorney. He is very well respected by judges, court staff and other attorneys. I highly recommend John."
"John has the knowledge, experience, and work ethic to get great results for his clients. He cares about his clients and is the kind of lawyer you want on your side if charged with a crime."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Dosdall worked with me at the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, and he was a terrific co-worker and trial attorney. He continued to expand his skills at the Attorney General's Office where he focused on fraud and fraud schemes. Mr. Dosdall is always friendly and professional; he works towards resolutions that are best for all parties involved."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
The Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
10 Best Attorneys for the State of Arizona, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Shareholder, Jackson White, PC
2013 - 2014
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Pinal County Attorney's Office
2012 - 2013
Assistant Attorney General, Arizona Attorney General's Office
2007 - 2012
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Maricopa Country Attorney's Ofc
Associations
2016 - Present
Maricopa County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
2016 - Present
National League of Renowned AttorneysMember
2016 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysExecutive Member
2013 - Present
East Valley Bar Association
2007 - Present
State Bar of Arizona
Arizona Asian American Bar Association
Education
2007
U OF DETROIT
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Brigham Young University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English