Atty. Jackson Herndon

Atty. Jackson Herndon

Jackson Herndon is a senior associate in the Litigation Department of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s New York and Century City offices. An experienced trial lawyer with more than a decade of experience, Jackson focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Jackson Herndon at a glance

Jackson Herndon is a business and litigation attorney based in Century City, California, practforg at Paul Hastings LLP. Educated at Fordham University (—, 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Century City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Jackson Herndon is a senior associate in the Litigation Department of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s New York and Century City offices
  • An experienced trial lawyer with more than a decade of experience, Jackson focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation
  • Jackson represents leaders in the financial, healthcare, pharmaceutical, energy, and aviation industries in business disputes before state and federal courts across the country
  • He has first chaired jury trials in state and federal court, argued appeals before state and federal appellate courts, and practiced before the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation and the United States Supreme Court
  • Clients have consistently trusted him with high-profile, high-stakes, and multi-billion dollar disputes
  • Prior to joining Paul Hastings, Jackson worked at another leading international law firm and served as a law clerk to the Honorable Judith C. McCarthy of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • Jackson began his career as a prosecutor in California

Practice Areas Explained

Jackson Herndon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jackson Herndon handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Century City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jackson Herndon

Where is Jackson Herndon's law office located?
Jackson Herndon's law practice is located in Century City, California. The firm is Paul Hastings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jackson Herndon handle?
Jackson Herndon focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Jackson Herndon go to law school?
Jackson Herndon earned their education at (—, 2013).
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What awards or recognition has Jackson Herndon received?
Jackson Herndon's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Practice Areas

Education

Fordham University
- 2013

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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