Jim Reilly
Of Counsel
Jim is Of Counsel at Chapman Law Group since August 2024.
His experience includes a trifecta of criminal law expertise. Jim is a former DA investigator, Prosecutor and Public Defender. This background benefits you in many ways. If a case is in the pre-file stage (no charges have been filed yet), Jim can anticipate how the police will conduct their investigation and can advise you appropriately. If we're preparing for trial, Mr. Reilly’s experience as a prosecutor gives him the insight to poke holes in the state's case.
Jim has taken over 200 cases to trial in criminal, restraining order, civil and juvenile dependency matters.
Jim drafted and prevailed in an appellate matter. Receiving a prestigious written published decision in the Second District Appellate Court in Wood. V. San Francisco Superior Court A168463.
Jim is a staunch, single-minded advocate with years of experience and a proven track record. He has represented individuals in cases ranging from DUI, Assault and Domestic Violence cases to serious felonies including Grand Theft, Kidnapping, and Sex Crimes. While defending these clients, Mr. Reilly achieved the remarkable success that you should demand from your attorney.
Criminal Law Experience
- Prosecutor - Deputy Attorney General
As an environmental prosecutor Jim took on the big polluters. As a Deputy Attorney General Jim helped the State collect 27 million dollars in environmental penalties. Jim also served on the Attorney General’s Sexually Violent Predator Appeal Task Force. - Public Defender
As a public defender, Jim aggressively represented hundreds of clients. He handled cases ranging from DUI’s, to drug offenses, to assault cases.