Jamal L Tooson

Jamal L Tooson

also known as J. Tooson

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

3450 Cahuenga Boulevard Unit 102, Los Angeles, CA

About Jamal

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

18 years

40%
Personal Injury 40%

13 years | 60 cases

40%
Criminal Defense 20%

18 years | 1,000 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney J. Tooson

3450 Cahuenga Boulevard Unit 102, Los Angeles, CA, 90068

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Jamal L Tooson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Litigation

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Disappointed

I'd like to share my experience with Attorney J (aka, Jamal) Tooson, and if you can answer affirmatively to any of the following questions then he might be a good fit for you. Do you want an attorney that --- would rather discuss an extremely private and intimate legal matter in the local Sta...rbucks rather than in the privacy of his office? --- was locked out of his office then attempted to discuss an extremely private and intimate legal matter on the sidewalk in front of the locked office? --- you cannot reach via telephone and can't leave voicemail because his mailbox is full? -- didn't respond to some email that you were forced to send because you could not reach him via telephone or leave voicemail because his mailbox is full? --- will only reply intermittently and only after several requests for a response to text messages that you are forced to send because he failed to respond to email that you were forced to send because you could not reach him via telephone or leave voicemail because his mailbox is full? --- finally responded to one of many text messages by stating “I will call you when I have a moment.” then failed to do so in a timely manner? --- stated he will subpoena specific documents prior to a given date then failed to do so? --- stated he will obtain surveillance video prior to a given date then failed to do so? --- once hired, adopted a rude antagonistic demeanor that one would/should NOT expect to receive from an attorney that was hired to provide competent, timely and professional legal representation? If you replied 'yes', good luck.

Jamal Tooson

Replied last August 20, 2017

I apologize that you view me agreeing to drive over a hour and a half to meet you in Lancaster for your convenience on a Saturday morning when my office is traditionally closed as unprofessional. Furthermore, after spending countless hours on your case and securing what would have resulted in a complete dismissal only to have you refuse to listen to my advice was disheartening. I am truly sorry you are continuing to deal with this but wish you would have listened to my dismissal recommendation. Best of luck, Attorney J. Tooson

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Jamal L Tooson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rick Worsfold

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"J. Tooson is incredible attorney. He is not only highly knowledgeable and skilled in the fields of criminal defense and personal injury but also deeply committed to achieving the best outcomes for his clients.. I’ve witnessed firsthand how his experience and client-centered approach make a meaningful difference. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Danielle Tamir

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Tooson is tenacious, relentless, and will stop at nothing to get his clients a good outcome. He knows and has good working relationships with many DA's in the LA county area and will fight for his clients."

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Benjamin Hill

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Other

"Although I am a lawyer in the LA metro area, my practice is almost exclusively employment defense. For this reason, when a criminal law issue arose, I solicited referrals from fellow attorneys and Mr. Tooson came highly recommended. I evaluate attorneys (including myself) on their ability to deliver clear and comprehensive with alacrity. Now that the matter has concluded, I can say that Mr. Tooson delivered."

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Alexandra Kazarian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only is Jamal kind, caring, and charismatic, he's also GOOD. Any client is in great hands with Mr. Tooson."

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Kratu Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jamal is a fearless lawyer. From a simple misdemeanor to a complex life case, he case right set of skills to get the result you need. He comes highly recommended!"

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Lindsay Santos

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tooson is one of the most zealous and professional attorneys I have ever met. He is committed to his clients and is a fierce advocate. I would place any of my loved ones in his hands with full trust."

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Andrew Leventhal

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jamal has no fear; he will try any case without reservation. I've seen him try several matters in a row without blinking an eye. Jamal doesn't just try cases all the time - he wins cases, all-the-time. Jamal is a trial machine and a great family man. I am pleased to endorse Jamal."

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Silva Megerditchian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of dealing with Mr. Tooson in a criminal matter. He is intelligent, skilled and a pleasure to deal with. He is a fighter but equally compasionate to his clients. His clients are lucky to have him! His trial skills and knowledge are impressive--a talent in every way!"

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Antoine Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are two ways to evaluate an attorney - look at their reputation and results. Mr. Tooson has a stellar reputation as a tenacious and tremendously skilled trial attorney with results that back up his reputation. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Tooson on one case in particular and I can attest to not only his legal skill, but also his extreme dedication to his clients. I strongly endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Atousa Saei

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Tooson for years. We went to law school together. He is extremely passionate, intelligent and hard working. His word is his honor. He was extremely successful as a public defender. Now in private practice clients will have access to him where they otherwise did not in the past. I strongly recommend him and endorse him."

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Jeremy Lessem

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tooson is an excellent attorney and a good person. I endorse him without reservation."

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Kratu Patel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Leventhal

Criminal defense lawyer

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Silva Megerditchian

Criminal defense lawyer

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Antoine Williams

Criminal defense lawyer

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Atousa Saei

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Jeremy Lessem

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Demetria Graves

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Certificate of Recognition, Long Beach Councilmember Rex Richardson

2015

Top 40 under 40 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2014

2014 Homicide Trial "Heavy Hitter" Finalist, Los Angeles APD

N/A

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Radio Host, KJLH

2015 - Present

Trial Attorney, Law Offices of J. Tooson

2008 - Present

Trial Lawyer III, Los Angeles County

2015 - 2015

Board Member, Antelope Valley Working Group

2004 - 2008

NFL Agent and Contract Advisor, All Pro Sports & Entertainment

2002 - 2002

Judicial Clerk, Los Angeles Superior Court

2002 - 2002

Student Bar Vice President, Loyola Law School Los Angeles

Associations

2014 - Present

John M. Langston Bar Association

ProBono Co-chair

2002 - 2003

Loyola Law School

Student Body Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Freeman

Mr. Tooson was able to get the two prior strikes stricken and the current strike dismissed, Client plead to a non strike for 3 years at 50 percent.

People v. Willams

Not Guilty on all life Counts!

People v. Doe

Not Guilty.

People v. Harris

Not guilty!! jury deleberated for only an hour.

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Education

2001

Morehouse Coll

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

HBX Harvard Business School

Negotiation Mastery Certificate Program

Speaking Engagements

2014

KJLH Radio with Wayne Chaney

Law and Politics

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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