Jessica Rene'e Clay

Jessica Rene'e Clay

also known as Jessica R. Clay, Jessica Clay

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Gainesville, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, General Practice

7430 Heritage Village Plaza, Suite 202, Gainesville, VA

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Defense of all types of crimes including drug possession and distribution, DUI/DWI, assault, battery, 2larceny, robbery, juvenile offenses and more.

15 years | 400 cases

70%
Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Specializing in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

18 years | 350 cases

25%
General Practice 5%

Small business start up and representation, simple wills, advanced medical directives, power of attorney, uncontested divorce, civil matters, personal injury and more.

18 years | 150 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 18 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2007

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Clay & Lofaso, PLLC

7430 Heritage Village Plaza, Suite 202, Gainesville, VA, 20155

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Jessica Rene'e Clay's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Michelle | February 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Professional and Personal

Jessica Clay was recommended to me by my employer. She was very warm and professional. She gave me instruction on what I needed to do. She had everything in order. Jessica made me feel very at ease. She helped me tremendously with my case. I am so pleased and grateful for her. I highly recommend Jes...sica Clay. She served me well.

Posted by Kim | October 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jessica delivers the full package as an attorney as well as a compassionate and empathetic person. Jessica Clay is outstanding.

The absolute unparalleled character, knowledge, professionalism and work ethic are just a few of the exceptional characteristics of Jessica Clay. We have had the need to hire Jessica a few different times. Each and every time, when we have hired Jessica, she has been extraordinarily responsive. ... Jessica is extremely passionate as an advocate for her clients and their families. Jessica Clay has not only helped us but she also taken the time to guide our family to understand what is currently happening and what to expect in the future. Jessica Clay is extremely professional but she is also someone who we can all talk with on a very personal level. That is very relieving during what is a very stressful situation. She is welcoming and reassuring without any judgement. Jessica Clay’s compassion, patience and empathy truly makes her standout. Jessica Clay’s passionate attention to every detail of the case is meticulous. Her knowledge, of law, is impeccable. We have known - every time we have hired Jessica Clay - that she is working our case thoroughly and with every bit of effort and vast knowledge, of law, that she has. Jessica Clay has been able to substantially minimize penalties. She has always been honest about the possible outcome and what to do in order to achieve the most favorable outcome possible. Jessica Clay has explained every single step of the process and legal aspects of the situation. She is able to explain, in a way, that is easy to understand. Her legal knowledge shows. Jessica Clay is also very comfortable in a courtroom setting and she has obviously made many outstanding relationships with her fellow attorneys and others within the legal system. Jessica Clay’s work ethic is beyond reproach. And it is very clear, after watching her in a courtroom multiple times, that Jessica Clay’s legal knowledge, as well as her personal compassion, is excellent. I believe it is very difficult to find an attorney that is exemplary in both of these areas. Jessica Clay is both. Jessica Clay has proven that her extensive experience in law is equal to her sincere characteristics of empathy, compassion and her ability to truly listen. And after listening to our entire situation, Jessica has worked with us to determine the most efficient course of action so that she may effectively negotiate on our behalf. Jessica Clay has absolutely delivered the full package when we have hired her as our attorney. Extensive legal experience, ability to effectively negotiate on our behalf, extensive courtroom experience, ability to explain everything so that we understand, making time to speak with family members, very quick response time to answer messages and has a bondsman if needed are some of the many aspects that Jessica delivers to her clients. Jessica makes us feel like we are her family. She has worked so hard - each and every time. And she treats us like we are her family. Jessica has made us feel like we are her number one priority although she has many clients. In my opinion, there is no better attorney than Jessica Clay. I 100% recommend Jessica Clay for legal needs. She is not only impeccably knowledgeable about law but she is also a wonderful, non judgmental and extraordinarily empathetic person. Jessica Clay delivers the full package and is an excellent choice for an attorney.

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Jessica Rene'e Clay's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hasina Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amazing advocate!!"

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Thomas Soldan

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is a hardworking, zealous advocate for her clients. I am fortunate to work with her in the local community. Additionally, I have found her to be very reliable and a clear communicator. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica Clay is a hard-working, aggressive, and ethical advocate who puts her clients first. She gets good results, and has earned the respect of her fellow attorneys and judges in the legal community."

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T. Kevin Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Best Lawyer, Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine

2015

Best Lawyer, Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine

2014

Best Lawyer, Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine

2013

Best Lawyer, Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine

2011

Best Lawyer, Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Law Offices of Clay & Lofaso, PLLC

2009 - 2016

Owner, The Clay Law Firm, PLLC

2007 - 2009

Associate, The Law Offices of David C. Jones, Jr., P.C.

Associations

2009 - Present

Haymarket Gainesville Business Association

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

2009 - Present

Prince William County Chamber of Commerce

2007 - Present

Prince William County Bar Association

2007 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Education

2007

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

George Mason University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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