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Jaclynn McDonnell
also known as Jaclynn N. McDonnell
About Jaclynn
Biography
Jaclynn N. McDonnell's practice focuses primarily on bankruptcy law, foreclosure defense, landlord/tenant law, debtor/creditor law, and civil litigation.
Education:
- J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law
- LL.M. in Bankruptcy Law from St. John’s University School of Law
Noteworthy Honors and Achievements:
- 2023 Super Lawyers New Jersey Rising Stars
- 2022 Honoree of the Morris Stern Bankruptcy Assistance Pro Bono Project
- 2021 Special Recognition - Volunteer Lawyers for Justice New Jersey
- 2020 Panelist - New Jersey State Bar Association - Motion Practice and Hot Topics in New Jersey Bankruptcy Law
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 7 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 7 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 7 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Location
Genova Burns
494 Board Street, Newark, NJ, 07102
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Posted by JoAnn | December 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney
D'Anton stolen car.
Ms. McDonnell was extremely professional. Her work ethic was excellent. She answered our questions and explained the process thoroughly. I was very nervous being in the courtroom and her professionalism eased my nerves. I would highly recommend Ms. McDonnell to cover additional cases for my famil...
Posted by Victoria | December 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney
An absolute Pleasure!
Jaclynn was an absolute pleasure to work with! She was always on time, prepared and made this entire process seamless! I can not thank her enough for all of her hard work and effort.
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Experience
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Associate, Norgaard O'Boyle
2018 - 2018
Associate, McDonnell Crowley LLC
2015 - 2015
Judicial Extern, United States Bankruptcy Court, District Of New Jersey
2013 - 2013
Judicial Extern, United States Bankruptcy Court, District Of New Jersey
2012 - 2018
Law Clerk, McDonnell Crowley LLC
Associations
2024 - Present
Turnaround Management Association
New Jersey State Bar Association
Volunteer Lawyers for Justice
New Jersey State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
New Jersey State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section
2023 - 2025
International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring ConfederationBoard Member, Officer
2023 - 2025
New Jersey Bankruptcy Lawyers FoundationAdvisory Board
Education
2017
St John's University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Law in Bankruptcy
2016
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2024
Annual Bankruptcy Bench Bar
IWIRC Bench Bar Panel - Name That Case
2020
New Jersey State Bar Association
Motion Practice and Hot Topics in New Jersey Bankruptcy Law
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I evict my tenant?
02 Oct 2023
Q&A
Can I be evicted from my apartment for accidently breaking a window?
03 Sep 2023
Q&A
Legal aid lawyer told me the only way she can use the “Hardship stays” defense, for a eviction, is if I am behind on my rent.
31 Aug 2023