Jackson completed his articles at Pringle Law in summer 2024, and has join the firm as an associate. Practicing exclusively in the area of criminal defence, Jackson helps people who have been charged under the Criminal Code or provincial legislation.
Jackson conducts bail hearings, trials, Charter applications and sentencing hearings. He also provides independent legal advice and assists clients with traffic tickets or Immediate Roadside Sanction reviews. Jackson has experience running trials for summary offences such as assault, mischief, and obstruction of a peace officer.
Jackson completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Native Studies. Before joining Pringle Law, Jackson worked as a Gladue Report Writer for 5 years. He is well versed in the unique circumstances of Indigenous Peoples and their intersection with the criminal justice system. Jackson excels at conducting trauma informed interviews and making submissions on Gladue Factors in court. He is equally capable of applying his expertise to the circumstances of non-Indigenous offenders.
The criminal justice system can be overwhelming and incredibly stressful. People who have never been charged with a crime often have anxiety related to questions that can be answered with a quick phone call. Jackson’s goal is to make the impossible seem manageable by providing you straight forward legal advice that is tuned to your specific circumstances.