$ 475-475 per hour
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After more than a decade in the United States Army I made the decision to leave the military and pursue a new career in the law. I completed my undergraduate work at the University of Alaska Anchorage and traveled with my wife and two small children to Macon, Georgia. I graduated cum laude from Merrcer University's Walter F. George School of Law in 1999.
Following my graduation from Mercer, I accepted a position with a top national firm in their Atlanta office, focusing on product liability and complex commercial litigation. Over the course of five years at this firm I represented pharmaceutical manufacturers, contruction product manufacturers, and commercial enterprises involved in high stakes litigation. I represented these clients from the initial pleadings, through the discovery process, the hearing process, the mediation process, and the trial process. During this period I learned how to properly evaluate cases and advise clients about the strengths of their case and the risks associated with their litigation. I learned to handle matters efficiently and to pursue the client's goals by involving the client in each important decision, working with the other attorneys in the case when possible, and ardently and aggressively opposing those attorneys when my clients' needs demanded it.
For the full five years in Atlanta I also volunteered 200-300 hours per year with the Atlanta Family Court as a Guardian Ad Litem, representing the best interests of the child in divorces and other custody disputes.
In 2004 we returned to Alaska, where we had spent significant time over the past 20 years enjoying the outdoors and the smaller community. I soon was accepted into ownership of one of the oldest firms in the state, focusing my practice on insurance defense work for Alaskans, commercial litigation, and the expansion of my family law practice. In this practice I have spent much more time working with individuals, rather than large institutional clients and I have found my sensitivity to my clients' needs - expressed and unexpressed - has helped me provide effective and valued service to those individuals who placed their faith in me.
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27 years
27 years
27 years
$ 475-475 per hour
Always
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
1225 E. International Airport Road, Suite 101, Anchorage, AK, 99518
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Posted by Kim | March 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Jimmy and his paralegal went above and beyond for me. Jimmy is very knowledgeable. He and his paralegal were very caring and compassionate, patient, thorough, and very effective from the beginning until the end of the divorce process. I’m so grateful for their hard work and would work with them aga...
Posted by Stephanie | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Mr. White is an experienced litigator who is able to quickly assess the merits of a matter. He provides sound counsel as to the law as well as strategy - and does not unnecessarily spend time on things that do not advance your objectives. Mr. White’s support staff are very professional, responsive an...
Posted by Kimberly | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Jimmy is professional, courteous and experienced. He is timely to respond to all correspondence. He is well respected in the community and his courtroom behavior and respect far out-weighed opposing counsel. If you’re looking for a cut throat mean dog with a bone, Jimmy is not your man. If you’re lo...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Jimmy is an excellent and incredibly kind attorney. He patiently explained legal terms and options, protected my interests, and remained mindful of minimizing costs when possible. Whenever the other party became difficult and unreasonable, Jimmy shielded me from the drama and responded in his unflapp...
Posted by Autumn | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney
I can’t fully put into words how grateful I am for Jimmy and the way he stood beside me during one of the most stressful and emotional seasons of my life. I was facing a challenging custody battle with a high-conflict ex, and the fear of what that could mean for my children was overwhelming. From the...
"I had the pleasure to attend law school with Mr. White and have been familiar with his practice. Mr. White is one of the best trial lawyers in Georgia and I endorse this lawyer."
"I heartily endorse this lawyer, and I regularly refer clients and friends to Jimmy whenever they have an issue in the family law area. I know that he will treat them with the courtesy and respect they deserve, and that he will work hard to achieve the best possible result for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jimmy always puts his clients first and is accessible and responsive to his clients. He works hard to accomplish his clients' goals in the most efficient and professional way possible. You cannot find a better attorney to handle your family law matter."
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2012
Leadership Award, Defense Research Institute
2012
Super Lawyer, Alaska Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Alaska Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Leadership Award, Defense Research Institute
2010
Top Lawyers, Corporate Counsel
2009
Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Best Lawyer, Commercial Litigation & Personal Injury, Best Lawyers in America
2025 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Jimmy E. White, LLC
2004 - 2025
Attorney, Hughes White Colbo & Tervooren
1999 - 2004
Associate, Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
2005 - Present
Defense Research Institute
2005 - Present
Association of Defense Trial Attorneys
2004 - Present
State Bar of Alaska
2004 - Present
Anchorage Chamber of CommerceMember
1999 - Present
State Bar of Georgia
1999 - Present
American Bar Association
2012 - 2015
Business Network InternationalMember
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1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1992
Associate
2012
Technology In the Courtroom
2005
Electronic Record-Keeping Requirements and Litigation Preparation
2007
2005
English
Legal Answers
Guardian Ad Litem - King County
20 Jul 2013
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN "Order Granting Motion in Part"
12 Mar 2013