Shavonn is a former federal and state prosecutor with extensive experience as a trial attorney handling complex matters and investigations. Before joining the firm, Shavonn was an Assistant United States Attorney in the Western District of North Carolina working in the Violent Crimes and Narcotics Section and the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force. There she directed investigations of joint federal and state task forces involving the Federal Bureau of Investigations, Drug Enforcement Administration, Homeland Security Investigations, the Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Postal Service, and state and county agencies.
Before serving as a federal prosecutor, Shavonn spent five years as an Assistant District Attorney within the Investigations Division of the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office in New York. Shavonn successfully prosecuted, investigated, and tried a wide array of high-profile criminal cases including murder for hire, drug trafficking, sexual assault, and firearms trafficking matters, and numerous multiagency, long-term, and complex investigations.
Shavonn also served as an attorney advisor for the Social Security Administration.
With her diverse investigation and trial experience, Shavonn provides a unique perspective on all aspects of litigation.
Outside the office, Shavonn is an adjunct professor at Elon University School of Law. Shavonn also enjoys performance art and is a lifelong New York Yankees fan.
Joseph “J.J.” Nelson is an associate in DiCello Levitt’s Chicago office, where his practice focuses on complex litigation, including class actions and commercial disputes.
Professional Experience
Before joining DiCello Levitt, J.J. clerked for judges at various levels of the judiciary, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and the Supreme Court of Ohio. In these positions, he conducted extensive research, drafted opinions and orders, and advised judges on a broad range of issues.
Education
- Cleveland State University College of Law, J.D., cum laude
- Editor-in-Chief, Global Business Law Review
- Regional Moot Court Director, Black Law Students Association
- Research Assistant for Professor Heidi Gorovitz Robertson
- Cleveland State University Monte Ahuja College of Business, M.B.A.
- University of Mount Union, B.A.
- Member of the track and field team
A Passion For Justice. The Experience To Win.
Here at Joshua E. Palmer Law Firm, we are dedicated to fighting for the rights of accident victims. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the complexities of personal injury law, we have built a strong reputation for achieving successful outcomes for our clients.
We believe in providing compassionate and comprehensive legal assistance to those who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Our highly skilled attorneys and legal staff work tirelessly to ensure our clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve.
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Background & Experience
Joshua E. Palmer is the Managing Partner of Joshua E. Palmer, LLC. Josh was born in Macon, Georgia, and raised in Warner Robins, Georgia. After graduating from Warner Robins High School, Josh earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Valdosta State University. Josh then pursued his law degree from North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina.
Before starting his firm, Josh had the privilege of working for some of the top law firms in the country. Most notably, Josh worked for the Willie Gary Law Firm in Stuart, Florida. While there, Josh worked on many multi-million dollar cases.
Also, Josh had the opportunity to represent some of your favorite celebrity clients in Atlanta while practicing entertainment law with the Weems Firm. Also, Josh worked for one of the largest personal injury firms in Georgia, providing service to Atlanta, Macon, Savannah, Columbus, Augusta, Albany, Valdosta, and Athens.
Community Involvement
In high school, Josh Palmer was active in many organizations and sports. Most notably, Josh Palmer played middle linebacker for the 2005 Warner Robins State Championship football team.
While attending NCCU Law School, Josh participated in its mock trial program. Josh’s team was the regional finalist in the AAJ Trial Competition, beating all surrounding law schools. Furthermore, Josh was an active member of the Black Lawyer Association.
Today, Josh enjoys mentoring students and teaching them the tools for success. He often serves as a guest speaker for civic and church groups. Josh is a member of Fellowship Bible Baptist Church, NAACP, and Georgia Bar.
A responsive advisor and diligent problem solver, Vincent Jones provides prudent counsel to clients navigating a wide range of high-stakes real estate transactions.
Vincent focuses his real estate practice on acquisitions, dispositions, development, and leasing matters. His experience includes performing due diligence for real property matters, including reviewing title, survey, and zoning. Vincent is adept at drafting purchase agreements, closing documents, amendments, resolutions, and consents for special purpose entities and other ancillary documents. He also has experience reviewing leases and drafting abstracts for clients and performing gap analysis between forms of lease agreements and executed lease agreements. As real estate deals come together, clients rely on Vincent to manage the deal process, design and maintain closing checklists, and prepare and finalize closing binders. Vincent is known for his calm under pressure and his meticulous commitment to getting the details right.
Prior to joining RSHC, Vincent worked as a summer associate in the real estate group at an Am Law 200 global law firm, where he represented clients in a wide range of real estate matters. Vincent volunteers with The Law School Mentor, a nonprofit organization that pairs law students with young attorneys to provide mentorship and networking opportunities.
Themba Nelson represents transportation and business entities in all aspects of civil litigation. His practice focuses on the defense of claims related to general liability, automobile liability, premises liability, personal injury, intellectual property, and business litigation.
In the general liability area, Themba has successfully handled both catastrophic and minor injury cases brought against public and private entities either in vehicles or on property.
Education
Cooley Law School (J.D., 2012)
Hampton University (B.A. Public Relations, 2008)
Bar Admissions
California
Professional Affiliations
Langston Bar Association