AI Magazine Issue 7 2018

26 Acquisition International - Issue 7 2018 Lance Jacot is a leading criminal defence lawyer in Stockton, California. Launching his private practice, The Jacot Law Firm, in 2010, Lance has tested experience in winning cases in this challenging legal arena. Considered a rising star in 2011, he has swiftly become the go-to defence attorney in the state. It was for his body of work, and his history of success, that Lance Jacot was named as one of Acquisition International’s Leading Advisers for 2018, with the title of Leading Criminal Defence Attorney of the Year, California. We take a look at exactly why Lance was the only choice for this coveted accolade. hen it comes to criminal defence, Lance Jacot is considered, simply, an expert. For 18 years he has effortlessly navigated the infamously complicated realms of Californian criminal law, and emerged with only the very best result for his clients. Operating in all areas of criminal defence, Lance specialises in violent crimes, driving offenses, theft and ‘three strikes’ cases. In these areas, his record of success speaks volumes about his expertise in criminal defence, frequently exceeding his client’s expectations when it comes to attaining the best possible outcome for his clients. A native of Newport Beach, Lance earned his bachelor’s degree from UC Irvine in 1996, before moving on to law school at the University of California’s Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco. Whilst attending Hastings College, Lance interned at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office and the Office of the State Public Defender. Three years later, Lance passed the California Bar examination and started work as a deputy public defender for the San Joaquin Public Defender’s Office. Company: The Jacot Law Firm Address: 221 Tuxedo Ct, Suite A, Stockton, California 95204, US Web: www.jacotlawfirm.com Phone: +1 209 463 1800 A Champion of Criminal Defence W 1804AI47 In the years since starting his legal career, Lance has fought hard for the rights of thousands of criminal defendants, representing clients accused of misdemeanour and felony trials. In those years, he has earned a reputation as an honest and hardworking attorney, acting – always – in his client’s best interests. For all of the above reasons, and much more besides, Acquisition International magazine named Lance under our ongoing Leading Advisers programme, which aims to recognise the work of lawyers, and consultants in the United States and around the world. Lance was awarded the title of Leading Criminal Defence Attorney of the Year, for his work championing clients in the state of California. Beyond Acquisition International’s Leading Adviser awards programme, Lance has frequently been recognised in nationally- acknowledged accreditations, and leading legal publications. Moving forward into the remainder of 2018, Lance continues to work from his Stockton office, representing clients in high-profile cases in San Joaquin County and central California. A Champion of Criminal Defence