Jessica M. Saks

Jessica M. Saks

2.8
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Watkins Glen, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Estate Planning

611 N. Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 90%

Assist clients in Family Courts with child custody, visitation, modifications, neglect and abuse petitions and child support violations.

21 years

90%
Criminal Defense 4%

Represent clients with combination of family court and a family offense criminal proceeding.

21 years

4%
Estate Planning 3%

Evaluate clients' estates and advise them regarding the best options for their estate planning, from a simple will to a complicated trust. Furthermore, create supporting estate documents such as a power of attorney and health care proxy. Explain all necessary documents to clients so they feel comfortable with the plan of action we are setting up for their loved ones.

21 years

3%
Litigation 3%

Evaluate clients’ cases regarding different types of civil disputes, advise the chance of success, attempt to minimize exposure of client and furthermore, navigate client through the complicated process of filing the claim and prosecuting the claim whether it be at the Small Claims, District Court or Superior Court level.

20 years

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2004

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Jessica M. Saks, Esq.

611 N. Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

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Jessica M. Saks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.8 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Victim | July 25, 2025 | Criminal Defense

Fraud: State Police arrested Jennifer M. Saks, Esq.

State Police arrested Jennifer M. Saks, Esq., on one count of Grand Larceny in the 3rd Degree and one count of Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the 1st Degree. This arrest is a result of an investigation by the New York State Police Special Investigations Unit out of Rochester following... a complaint received in June 2024 that Saks, while employed as the Chief Attorney of the Schuyler County and Chemung County Children's Law Office, to the Supreme Court, Appellate Division Third Judicial Department, falsified receipts and financial records that resulted in New York State reimbursing her in the amount of approximately $19,957 that she was not legally entitled to. By overstating or forging bills, she received financial benefits that were intended for other employees in her office as well as received reimbursement for personal expenses that were not related to her employment by the court. Saks was arraigned in Albany City Court and released pending future court dates.

Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate

Jessica Saks did exactly what I needed her to do… win my case. She was compassionate and understanding. She said the things that needed to be said in a professional manner. I could not imagine going through that experience without her.

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

An excellent Attorney!

Jessica Saks is an incredible attorney. She does her homework, is readily available, compassionate, knows the law, and works harder than any attorney I have ever known.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Lazy. Unprofessional. RIP OFF

I hired Jessica Saks because she was recommended. Not only was she extremely hard to get a call back from, probably call 6-8 times over 3 weeks before she’d return the call, but she was also sloppy looking when she got to court, wearing crocs, didn’t brush her hair. She charged $2500 and we only ha...d three 30 minute appearances, one 25 minute consult, one phone call for maybe 15 minutes and talked for maybe 10 minutes before each appearance. Don’t waste your money, you can represent yourself and do the same thing she does. LAZY!

Posted by Angela | January 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

ADOPTION WAS A SUCCESS!

Jessica Sax is an excellent attorney in family law. She did an amazing job, met with us at mutually convenient location and time, and definitely stepped up in the court room. When things could have been rough; she clearly explained options, possibilities and recommendations to help us come up with mu...tual agreements.

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Jessica M. Saks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Buzzetti

Family lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Saks is as dedicated as an attorney can be when representing a client. Not only is she well prepared in court but is always in constant contact with her clients outside of the court house."

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Kristin Dzialo

General practice lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Attorney Jessica M. Saks has been practicing law for five years and has represented hundreds of clients. She practices in many different areas of law and is able to assist clients with whatever their needs may be. Attorney Saks has a sharp legal mind and the experience to know when to negotiate, and when to zealously fight for her clients. Attorney Saks guides her clients through the legal process, and helps alleviate their fears. I fully recommend and endorse this attorney."

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Christine Nicastro

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jessica Saks works very well with the client. She truly cares about each individual person that she represents and really puts her entire self into finding a resolution for them on the case. Divorce law is a field requiring a very strong and dynamic personality. To succeed in it, the attorney, must be not only strong, but also reasonable, empathetic, and able to negotiate with the attorney on the opposing side. Attorney Saks has a very sharp mind and is on top of her game at all times. Attorney Saks has been very successful in the entire family law area. I highly recommend her."

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Kristin Dzialo

General practice lawyer

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Christine Nicastro

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Jessica M. Saks, Attorney at Law

2011 - Present

Assistant Public Defender, Chemung County Public Defender's Office - Family Law Division

2006 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Nicastro Law, L.L.C.

2004 - 2006

Attorney/Owner, Law Offices of Jessica M. Saks

Associations

2006 - 2010

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

New England Law | Boston

Juris Doctorate

1999

University of Dayton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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