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Jennifer L. Spears Brenize
About Jennifer
Biography
Helping clients resolve disputes respectfully.
I am trained in mediation and collaborative law, with a focus on family law. I handle divorce, custody, support, adoption, name changes, and protection from abuse matters, among other things.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Family
30%
26 years
Child Custody
20%
26 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
26 years
Mediation
15%
21 years
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 24 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 25 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Peter J. Russo, P.C.
5006 E. Trindle Road, Suite 203, Mechanicsburg, PA, 17050
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Posted by Stephanie | February 10, 2014 | Child Custody
Child Custody
Jennifer has always been very realistic with us about our custody issues. We have a difficult situation and have had to call on her sometimes on short notice. She is always helpful and timely about her responses to us. She also did a great job of reeling us back in when we want to do more but she kno...
Jennifer L. Spears Brenize's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Brenize is a veteran family law attorney that has a true commitment to her practice. Attorney Brenize is upfront, honest, and knowledgeable. I endorse Attorney Brenize."
"Jenn has always been a good adversary who looks out for the best interests of her clients. It's great to have her as part of our team where she is now protecting the interests of our clients."
"Jenn is a conscientious advocate who always puts her clients' best interests first."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know that when Jenn is on the other side of a case, that she is a zealous advocate for her client; however, at the same time, she is reasonable. These two components allow cases to progress timely and ultimately, usually result in settlement without all the additional costs of litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Spears is a true advocate for her clients."
James Demmel
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Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Peter J. Russo, P.C.
2004 - 2014
Attorney, Martson Law Offices
2003 - 2004
Attorney, The Wiley Group
2001 - 2003
Attorney, Law Office of Edward J. Weintraub
Associations
2014 - Present
Carlisle Business Referral, Inc.Past President
2013 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution CommitteeMember
2013 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Women in the Profession CommissionMember
2012 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Collaborative Law CommitteeMember
2011 - Present
Cumberland County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair
2004 - Present
Collaborative Professionals of Central PennsylvaniaBoard Member
2004 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2001 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Cumberland County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2011 - 2013
Dickinson College Children's Center Parent Advisory CommitteeAdvisory Board
2009 - 2013
LeTip of CarlisleFormer President
2008 - 2010
Carlisle Early Education CenterFormer Chair
2006 - 2006
Cumberland County Bar Association, Bench/Bar CommitteeMember
2001 - 2009
Cumberland County Bar Association, Young Lawyers CommitteeFormer Chair
2000 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2000
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
State University of New York, College at Geneseo
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English