Gregory James

Gregory James is a seasoned civil rights attorney and a leading voice in "Know Your Rights" education, with 15 years of dedicated experience. As a senior counsel at the Legal Defense & Advocacy Collective, he specializes in protecting individual liberties against government overreach. His work primarily focuses on empowering communities to understand and assert their rights during police interactions and public demonstrations. James earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, where he focused on constitutional law and public interest litigation. His professional philosophy centers on demystifying complex legal concepts, making them accessible to everyone. He believes that true justice begins with informed citizens capable of advocating for themselves. James is widely recognized for authoring the influential guide, "Your Rights, Your Voice: A Citizen's Handbook to Law Enforcement Encounters," which has been adopted by numerous community organizations nationwide. Readers can expect his articles to provide clear, actionable insights into their legal protections, accompanied by practical strategies for navigating challenging situations with confidence and clarity