J.R. Fallon has an extensive practice including family law, trusts & estates, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Beyond these areas of expertise, J.R. has developed the unique skillset to represent military members facing Uniform Code of Military Justice or administrative action allegations, as well as veterans navigating the complex discharge characterization upgrade process.
Before joining the firm, J.R. enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and subsequently served on active duty as a JAG officer for over six years. In this capacity, he served as a prosecutor and defense counsel and received an appointment as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney. Additionally, J.R. deployed throughout the Middle East where he earned the coveted Army combat patch in Iraq during his time as the sole legal advisor to a Special Operations Joint Task Force. J.R. continues to serve as a Major (O-4) in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
In 2017, J.R. received his J.D. from Suffolk University. Prior to law school, he earned his B.A. from Manhattanville University where he played college baseball. He also earned his M.S. from Boston University. He is currently admitted to practice law in Maine and New Hampshire as well as military courts worldwide.
Outside of work, J.R. enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and skiing. He is an average marathoner, cheers for all New England sports teams (and the Tampa Bay Bucs!), and has visited every MLB ballpark. J.R. lives in Kennebunk with his wife and three children.
BAR ADMISSIONS
STATE COURTS
State of Maine
State of New Hampshire
District of Columbia
FEDERAL COURTS
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Maine Bar Association
New Hampshire Bar Association
York Bar Association
EDUCATION
Manhattanville University (B.A.)
Boston University (M.S.)
Suffolk University Law School (J.D.)
HONORS
Massachusetts Pro Bono Honor Roll (2015)
Jurisprudence Award in Professional Responsibility (2015)
MILITARY
United States Air Force