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Jill L. Terry
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Biography
Serving the Finger Lakes and Central New York Regions (including Cayuga, Seneca, Tompkins, and Wayne), the Jill Terry Law Firm values fighting hard for families and individuals, applying over 27 years of experience, knowledge, and of achieving desired results to each client's case.
At the Jill Terry Law Firm, we believe that every person is entitled to compassionate, experienced and thoughtful legal counsel. Ms. Terry gives each client the personal care they deserve, taking the time to really understand the individual needs and unique circumstances of each case.
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Licensed in New York for 31 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Jill Terry Law
8834 Weed St, Weedsport, NY, 13166
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Jill L. Terry's Reviews
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Posted by Chyenne l Youngs | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Mrs. Terry is an amazing lawyer
I had many old outstanding tickets. Mrs Jill Terry worked wonders for me. She worked hard at staying the DA to prove I was working hard to make right by many old mistakes. She got many tickets drop in a short time. She's an amazing lawyer!!
Jill Terry
Replied last May 22, 2017Thank you, Cheyenne! I'm here if you need me!
Posted by Abraham | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Lawyer
I have to say she is the best lawyer I have ever worked with and I have worked with more than a few over the years. You don't have to take my word for it. You just have to watch her work. If she looses a case than there isn't a lawyer in the association that could win it. My case was across state lin...
Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Terrible experience
The most polite review I can give is she is the worst public offender I have seen. She didn't look up any of the questions I asked about my case my phone calls were never returned she did a very poor job of coming to see me when she said she was going to. She offered me no deals, worked out no deals ...
Posted by Bruce | March 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Residential
house closing
I would like to comment on my lawyer's, Jill Terry's closing for our house on January 25th 2017. First and foremost we could of never had a more resilient upfront and on top of things than our lawyer Jill. Being that we were dealing with another firm for the other party that wasn't very good Jill n...
Jill Terry
Replied last March 26, 2017Thank you so much Phyllis and Bruce! I'm always here for your and anyone else's legal needs!
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
One of the best around
I hired Jill Terry to take care of an traffic ticket I received earlier this year. She was very helpful with walking me through every step she was going to take to help me resolve my traffic infraction.She was quick with her actions and she was able to reduce the ticket to a low fine with no points.
Jill Terry
Replied last March 26, 2017Thank you so much for the positive comments! I'm so glad I was able to be of help and will be here should you need me in the future!
Jill L. Terry's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jill is a great attorney. She is caring and attentive to her clients needs. Jill is very knowledgeable in her are of practice."
"Jill is dedicated and works hard for every client."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is dedicated and will spend more time and effort fighting for clients than most any other defense attorney. And she gets great results."
"I have worked with Jill on many matters over the last 12 years, she is an extremely knowledgeable and competent attorney."
Michael Bersani
Personal injury lawyer
Daniel Testa
General practice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Jill Terry Law Firm
2004 - 2010
Assistant County Attorney, Office of the Cayuga County Attorney
1996 - 2004
Chief Legal Counsel, Cayuga County Support Collection Unit
Associations
1996 - Present
Cayuga County Bar Association, Nominating CommitteeChair
1996 - Present
Cayuga County Bar Association, Admissions and GrievanceChair
1996 - Present
Cayuga County Bar AssociationMember Scholarship Committee
1995 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
3 kids with 3 different dads
Findings of Neglect and Termination of Parental Rights are still up on appeal.
Education
1991
Syracuse University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Syracuse University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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What is the control date in housing court?
12 Apr 2023
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There is a sex offender listed at my address. He doesn't live here. How do I get his name removed from my address?
22 Mar 2022
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My wife and I are going through a separation,not a divorce. What is need if I want to keep the house?
22 Mar 2022