About James

With over 35 years of experience as both a prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, James Porfido offers a rare, insider’s view of the U.S. justice system. A Certified Criminal Trial Attorney and long-time New Jersey Super Lawyer, he’s practiced in federal, state, and municipal courts. James is also a trusted legal analyst, having appeared on Court TV, CNN, and shows hosted by Nancy Grace, Ashley Banfield, and others—offering commentary on high-profile cases like Michael Jackson, O.J. Simpson, and Harvey Weinstein. His book, Unequal Justice, invites readers to examine fairness, truth, and the imbalances within the system.

Ideal for general audiences, business groups, educators, and civic organizations:
● Unequal Justice: What Every Citizen Should Know About Our Legal System. James shares shocking truths about how the justice system really works—and how
to protect your rights if you ever find yourself in its crosshairs.
● Lessons from Famous Trials: What High-Profile Cases Reveal About Society. Using stories from cases like O.J. Simpson, Harvey Weinstein, and Scott Peterson, James unpacks broader cultural lessons about power, media, and human behavior.

● The True Cost of Wrongful Convictions: When the System Gets It Wrong Exploring real-life cases like the Central Park Five and Amanda Knox, James reveals how innocent people get caught up—and what we can do to prevent it.

● The Psychology of the Jury: How 12 Strangers Decide Your Fate A fascinating look at human behavior in the jury box—what sways decisions, where bias creeps in, and how lawyers build winning cases.

● Media, Misinformation, and the Law: Navigating Today’s ‘True Crime’ Craze James examines how media—from 24/7 news to viral TikToks—shapes public perception of crime, guilt, and justice. ● Crisis, Consequences & Comebacks: What Defending Criminals Taught Me About Resilience Drawing from decades of defending people at their lowest moments, James shares universal lessons about crisis management, personal responsibility, and redemption.