Chanel Jackson Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Fairfax

Chanel Jackson Bio
C. M. Jackson otherwise known as “CJ” is the founding attorney of C. M. Jackson Legal. PLLC. She attended Howard Univeristy and received a Bachelors of Arts in Legal Communication. In 2009 she matriculated through Liberty University, School of Law with a specialized focus on criminal defense.. Upon graduation, CJ was an associate attorney for a boutique firm in Alexandria, Virginia. Her experience there produced in her the skillset necessary to adequately defend clients of the Newport News Public Defenders Office. CJ also served on the advisory board of the Newport News Juvenile Drug Court. During her time in Newport News she grew an affinity for the practice of juvenile law and took a special interest in representing juveniles faced with more serious crimes.. CJ has had the opportunity to serve the citizens of Virginia from both sides of the courtroom. After a few years as an assistant public defender she became an assistant Commonwealth’s attorney for the state of Virginia in the city of Portsmouth. There she litigated several cases dealing with domestic violence, felony gun possession, animal cruelty, and drug distribution.. CJ is committed to the pursuit of justice. She is a very aggressive and zealous advocate. Understanding that criminal convictions have lifetime implications CJ does her due diligence to make sure her clients have a clear understanding during each stage of the process.