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Jennifer Jill O'Hara
also known as Jennifer O'Hara, J. O'Hara & Associates, P.C.
About Jennifer
Biography
Professional, vigorous, insightful and effective representation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
90%
22 years
Appeals
10%
22 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
J. O'Hara & Associates, PC
445 Hamilton Ave Suite 604, White Plains, NY, 10601
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Family
Posted by RP | November 10, 2014 | Family
More than just a lawyer
Jennifer handled my child custody case while working for CHNNB. That year was a nightmare... and I could not have gotten through it without her guidance and support. Her judgement was spot-on, every step of the way. She always knew what action to take, when and why to take it, and how to handle ea...
Posted by Rob | March 10, 2014 | Family
A human, Not just a Attorney
Handles the case with great care. Councils you to make the right moves and think clearly. She even picked up the phone on Thanksgiving eve and worked the problem when my ex tried to keep my children from me.( I did get them ;) ) I don't know many Lawyers that would do that. 5 stars from me! Look no f...
Posted by Christine | August 08, 2013 | Family
Jennifer made my ex husband cry and for this I will love her forever.
Controlling ex husband thought that he could get away with bullying me around and telling me what he will and will not pay. I went to Jennifer to renegotiate my child support after my first attorney 3 years prior, had me settle for much less than me and my girls can live on. Jennifer was able to ne...
Jennifer Jill O'Hara's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer is a very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to her clients' success."
"Jennifer is one of the best attorney's in her field. She is smart, knows the law and how to handle difficult cases. Her clients are routinely pleased with her representation of their case."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Jennifer for many years. Jennifer is well-respected by her fellow attorneys and by others in the legal community. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Jennifer is known for being a tenacious lawyer in representing her clients without ever compromising her probity. She is a true credit to the legal community and respected by every colleague who worked with her, or as opposing counsel on a matter."
"I endorse Jennifer Jill O'Hara. She is one of the best Family/Matrimonial attorney in Westchester and I had the privilege in working with her on several family law matters"
"I worked with Jennifer for almost three years as associates in a mid-size firm. She is a consummate professional, very easy to work with and quickly develops a excellent rapport with clients. Jennifer is particularly knowledgeable in the area of child custody and visitation issues, but equally adept at complex financial matters."
"Jennifer is compassionate, creative, knowleagable, professional, and diligent. She makes each client a priority, and has a special talent for making her clients feel at ease during an extremely stressful time. She is admired and respected by her peers, and her clients never fail to tell her how lucky they feel to have found her. She is a wonderful advocate to have in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. O'Hara is a smart and compassionate attorney. She is well skilled in her area of practice."
Akram Louis
Divorce and separation lawyer
Elisa Claro
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner, J. O'Hara & Associates, PC
2014 - 2020
Chair of the Family Law Group, DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP
Associations
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
Sample of Legal Cases
Ekstra v. Ekstra, 78 AD3d 990 (2010)
Successfully defended award of sole custody
Ekstra v. Ekstra, 49 AD3d 594 (2008)
Order reversed, on the law, and remitted
Education
2002
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
State University of New York, College at Purchase
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers