Jim Avila

Jim Avila
Avila in 1986
Born
James Joseph Simon

(1955-07-26)July 26, 1955
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
DiedNovember 12, 2025(2025-11-12) (aged 70)
OccupationsTelevision journalist, news correspondent
Years active1973–2025
Children3

James Joseph Simon (July 26, 1955 – November 12, 2025), known professionally as Jim Avila, was an American television journalist who worked as the Senior Law and Justice Correspondent for ABC News. He worked at various stations throughout his career and won several awards for his efforts in investigative reporting.