Joel Jackson

Joel Jackson is a criminal defense attorney based in Blacksburg, Virginia, where he serves clients in General District and Circuit Courts throughout Southwest Virginia. His practice focuses on felony and misdemeanor defense, DWI, traffic law, alcohol-related cases, drug charges, wrongful arrest, expungement, and serious felony matters. Clients turn to Mr. Jackson for defense guidance tailored to the facts, risks, and circumstances of each case.

Mr. Jackson attended Radford University and earned his J.D. from Appalachian School of Law. His education provides a foundation for analyzing criminal charges, evaluating court procedure, and advising clients on practical defense options. This training supports his work in cases that require careful review of evidence, constitutional issues, local court practices, and the possible consequences of criminal or student conduct proceedings.

Mr. Jackson has experience helping clients respond to a wide range of criminal and traffic matters. His work includes defending charges involving assault and battery, breaking and entering, drug offenses, homicide, larceny, manslaughter, malicious wounding, sex crimes, DWI, and other serious allegations. He also assists students at Virginia Tech and Radford University with student conduct hearings and judicial review proceedings that may affect their education and future opportunities.

Joel Jackson is recognized for practical defense preparation and steady advocacy in court and campus proceedings. He is a member of the Virginia State Bar, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the Virginia Criminal Law Association, the Montgomery County Bar Association, and other professional groups. Mr. Jackson helps clients understand their options, prepare for negotiation or trial, and pursue defense strategies designed to protect their rights and long-term interests.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney/owner, Joel Jackson Law
• Member, The Virginia State Bar
• Member, The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Virginia Criminal Law Association
• Member, The Montgomery County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Virginia

Education

• Appalachian School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Radford University
  Bachelor of Science

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