About Alan Jackson

Alan Jackson is one of the country's most sought-after criminal defense attorneys, known for winning seemingly unwinnable cases. His sharp legal acumen and commanding courtroom presence have earned him national recognition and a track record of success in high-profile cases that few can rival. As a former Assistant Head Deputy for the Major Crimes Division in the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, Alan prosecuted some of California's most notorious criminal cases, including the murder conviction of music icon Phil Spector.

In private practice, Alan's reputation has only soared. He recently achieved the exoneration of a Venice Beach hotel owner at the preliminary hearing—an almost unprecedented victory in a high-stakes murder case that captivated national attention. Alan's ability to secure a client's freedom without a full trial underscores his rare mastery of criminal law.

Alan's expertise is also trusted by global elites. A foreign royal family enlisted Alan to defend an heir against accusations of sexual misconduct. After a comprehensive investigation, Alan's findings led the District Attorney's office to dismiss all charges, protecting his client's reputation on the international stage.

As lead counsel, Alan Jackson spearheaded the defense in the internationally-followed Karen Read trial. His strategic expertise and courtroom presence were instrumental in securing a not guilty verdict in the high-stakes murder retrial, further cementing his reputation as one of the country's top criminal defense lawyers.

Beyond the courtroom, Alan is a prominent legal analyst, regularly featured on national news outlets for his expert commentary on criminal law. His client list reads like a who's who of Hollywood celebrities, NBA stars, billionaire CEOs, and foreign dignitaries—all turning to him for "must-win" cases.

A veteran of the U.S. Air Force and an adjunct professor of law at both Pepperdine and Loyola Law Schools, Alan continues to shape the next generation of legal minds while leading one of the top criminal defense teams in the nation.

Bar Admissions

California, 1994

Professional Associations and Memberships

Recent Case Results

• Commonwealth v Karen Read
  
  In a high-profile case that captivated the nation, Alan Jackson's exceptional trial skills once again came to the forefront when he represented Karen Read, who was accused in the tragic and controversial death of a Boston police officer. From the outset, the odds seemed stacked against Read, with the prosecution aggressively pursuing a conviction and public scrutiny intensifying with every development.
  
  The prosecution sought to paint Karen as the primary culprit, but Alan Jackson meticulously dismantled their narrative. He exposed critical gaps in the prosecution's case, questioned the integrity of the evidence, and shined a light on alternative theories that the Commonwealth had ignored or dismissed. Throughout the trial, Alan's cross-examinations were a masterclass in precision, leaving witnesses' credibility in tatters and creating doubt where the prosecution had assumed certainty. His ability to highlight inconsistencies and present a compelling alternative version of events left the jury grappling with the complexity of the case.
  
  Alan's strategy focused on undermining the Commonwealth's confidence in their own evidence. By relentlessly questioning their investigative practices, Alan highlighted weaknesses in the case and the possibility of alternate suspects and motives that had gone unexamined. His courtroom presence and incisive questioning turned what many saw as a clear-cut case into a battleground of reasonable doubt.
  
  In 2024, the case went to trial, and despite the Commonwealth’s best efforts, the jury could not reach a consensus, resulting in a hung jury. In 2025, the Commonwealth tried the case again, turning the prosecution of Karen Read into an international spectacle. The second trial saw Alan redouble his efforts and following his closing argument, which has been dubbed one of the finest in recent memory, Alan and the defense won a resounding victory with Karen Read’s acquittal of all charges connected to the death of John O’Keefe. This result is a testament to Alan’s skillful advocacy and relentless pursuit of justice. His deep understanding of criminal law, strategic insights, and ability to connect with jurors ultimately resulted in the complete exoneration of his client.
  
  Once again, Alan proved why he is regarded as one of the best trial lawyers in the country. His talent for handling high-stakes, high-pressure cases with finesse—and his unparalleled ability to outmaneuver the opposition—has solidified his standing as a top-tier legal advocate.
  
  The Karen Read case is yet another reminder that when the stakes are highest, Alan Jackson is the lawyer you want on your side.
• Alan Jackson recently defended a 22-year-old Bakersfield man accused of first degree murder in the 2015 stabbing death of his brother. Alan and his team took over the case on the eve of trial, and announced ready in 90 days. Notwithstanding the short time for preparation, Alan’s team undertook an exhaustive investigation, which revealed that the tragic death was in self-defense. During the trial, Alan’s vigorous and relentless cross-examination of the prosecution’s two main witnesses established that they were actually complicit in viciously attacking Alan’s client, which attack led to the decedent’s death. That revelation resulted in both prosecution witnesses invoking their 5th Amendment privilege against self-incrimination on the stand, refusing to answer further questions. The prosecution’s case quickly crumbled and the DA dismissed the murder charges. Alan’s client, previously facing life in prison, walked out of court with probation with no time in jail. Case over.
• Alan Jackson and Elizabeth Little recently took over the defense of a young speech therapist who, under prior counsel’s representation, had been ordered by a court to pay a staggering $1,066,708.64 in restitution to the victim of a DUI hit-and-run collision, who falsely claimed debilitating injuries to his neck and back. Based on information uncovered through an exhaustive and thorough investigation, Alan and Elizabeth presented evidence that established that the complaining witness grossly exaggerated his claims of injury and wage loss, prompting the court to vacate its original order and set a new restitution hearing. At that hearing, Alan undertook a withering multiple-day cross-examination of the complaining witness, which damaged the witness’s credibility so thoroughly that the court rejected his testimony entirely. The result was that the court ordered Alan and Elizabeth’s client to pay a mere $4,770, saving her more than $1 million.
• Alan Jackson’s client, a commercial real estate owner with extensive holdings, was criminally charged by the Los Angeles City Attorney for multiple violations of city municipal codes based on tenant medical marijuana dispensary’s alleged violations of city regulations. Based on a complaint filed by the City Attorney, Alan’s client faced more than a year in jail and tens of thousands of dollars in fines. Alan and his team aggressively fought the charges, and following extensive legal and factual evaluation, exposed significant legal problems with the City Attorney’s case. After meeting with Alan and being presented with his arguments, the City Attorney dismissed all charges against his client. Proceedings terminated.
• Alan Jackson recently fought for and won his client’s freedom after being falsely accused of murder. Following a month-long preliminary hearing, Alan Jackson’s client, Venice Beach hotel owner, was exonerated when a superior court judge dismissed all charges against him. The nightmare for Alan’s client, a prominent Venice community leader, came to an end after Alan and broke down the government’s key witnesses on cross-examination and then he and his team presented their own witnesses to counter the false allegations. Alan and his trial team are also noted for their recent representation of a Saudi Arabian prince, who last summer was fully exonerated of rape charges.
• Alan Jackson recently defended an NBA player facing serious domestic violence accusations. As a result of Alan's early, vigorous and tenacious representation (including a thorough independent investigation), Alan was able to convince the prosecutor to reject criminal charges against his client. Case closed.
• A foreign royal family member was arrested by LAPD in September 2015 and accused of sexual assault at his Beverly Hills area mansion. From the beginning Alan's client maintained his innocence. Alan conducted an extensive investigation and presented his findings to the District Attorney's office. It was only through Alan's diligence, perseverance and relentless pursuit of the truth did the District Attorney's office ultimately conclude that criminal charges were inappropriate, clearing his client's name.
• Successful registered nurse (R.N.) specializing in dermal filler procedures, (such as Botox, Restylane, et al.) charged with four felony counts in a very high-profile case, including battery with serious bodily injury and practicing medicine without a license. She was facing a maximum of 14 years in state prison. Following Alan Jackson's presentation at the preliminary hearing the battery and bodily injury charges were thrown out. Alan then won a reduction of the remaining charges to misdemeanors, with his client receiving probation and no jail time.
• Former police officer was accused of battery. Notwithstanding that the incident was caught on videotape, Alan Jackson secured a dismissal of all charges in favor of an infraction with no jail time and no fine.
• Alan Jackson recently represented the high profile 23-year-old son of a Middle Eastern Sheikh, accused of assault, kidnapping and torture. After Alan conducted an exhaustive investigation lasting more than four months his client was completely exonerated and all charges were dismissed. And, in a highly unusual ruling, the presiding judge made a factual finding of innocence for Alan's client. Additionally, and in a surprising twist, Alan's preparation and presentation of the case led to the arrest of the complaining witness and her two attorneys on charges of extortion and bribery. All three are currently awaiting trial.

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