Jennifer M. Simmons

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Jennifer M. Simmons

4.9
36 reviews
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Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Fredericksburg, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Trusts ... +7 more

10709 Spotsylvania Avenue, Suite 101B, Fredericksburg, VA

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Adoption 11%

11%
Alimony 11%

11%
Child Custody 11%

11%
Child Support 11%

11%
Criminal Defense 11%

11%
Domestic Violence 11%

11%
Family 11%

11%
Guardianship 11%

11%
Trusts 11%

11%
Other 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 24 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 29 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Simmons and Hodge, PLC

10709 Spotsylvania Avenue, Suite 101B, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408

simmonsandhodge.com

Simmons and Hodge, PLC

9134 Courthouse Road, Suite A, Spotsylvania, VA, 22553

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Jennifer M. Simmons's Reviews

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Posted by Mellonie | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Excellent law firm

I was very grateful and pleased with Jennifer Simmons and her entire staff. I would highly recommend this law firm!

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last July 26, 2022

Thank you Mellonie!!

Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing Law Practice

After visiting several law offices, I knew that there was a great chance that I would want to work with this office because of the friendliness of the staff upon entering the building. The attorney that was available to speak with me was Mrs. Young. It took me about a year to actually hire her beca...use I wasn't sure that I was really ready. After contacting her again, she was ready to take the case. She talked to me like we had just met the day before and even though I'm sure she had to study her notes to remember who I was, she made me feel like she knew me and my situation right away. I felt like her only client at the time, which I knew wasn't the case. Mrs. Young gave me all of the details and what to expect throughout the process. She kept me informed throughout the case and when things happened in the case beyond her control, she and her team made phone calls, sent emails, or whatever they needed to do until the situation was handled. Mrs. Young called the night before court to make sure we were prepared and to answer any questions or address any of our concerns. Her personality and attitude were always positive, which definitely helped to make me less nervous. Needless to say, we won our case, but I honestly never doubted we would, because Mrs. Young was our attorney. I would recommend this law office to anyone!

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last July 26, 2022

We are thrilled that Ms. Young was able to assist you. Thank you for the wonderful review!!

Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

divorce settlement

Jennifer was clear, compassionate, and very patient with me through the process of my divorce settlement. I felt like I had a true advocate. She also immediately got back to me anytime I had questions or concerns. I am grateful for her guidance and professionalism.

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last July 26, 2022

We appreciate your glowing review. Thank you!!

Posted by Sanja | December 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great experience

I have been working with Jennifer Simmons for about 2 years on my child custody case. Our case was quite complex, but I can say that through the process I always felt like Jennifer had my and my childs best interest in mind. I came to her lost and confused. What we appreciate the most is her honesty ...and how straightforward she was - Jennifer Simmons not sugarcoat situations and give us a false hope. If we were mistaking - she would say it. She was committed, involved and professional. She gave us advices on how to handle difficult situations and did more than just assist us legally. She guided us to grow as people and to learn how to handle stressful situations better - which does not have have a price tag. Jennifer Simmons is not the cheapest attorney out there, but we truly believe she is the best.

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last July 26, 2022

Thank you , Sanja!!

Posted by Ryan | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A Man with Custody

I was very pleased with my interactions with Jennifer and even more so with how she handled herself in court. She knows the system and I feel she did a great job representing my interests. I've always had physical custody of my children and, as a man, it has always seemed like an uphill battle. I nev...er felt that pressure working with Jennifer. I felt like she had my best interests in mind and she strove to find the best solutions possible. I highly recommend her.

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last July 26, 2022

Thank you for your kind words, Ryan. I'm glad we could help.

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Jennifer M. Simmons's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Hyman

Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Danieli

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is a tenacious lawyer who will represent her clients to the fullest."

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Jeannette Purvis

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Simmons and Hodge, PLC

1900 - Present

Partner, Simmons and Hodge, PLC

2002 - 2023

Owner, Jennifer M. Simmons, PLC

2000 - 2002

Associate, Law Offices of M.R. "Chip" Reamy

1997 - 1999

Attorney, Danville Public Defender's Office

Associations

1999 - Present

Fredericksburg Area Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Education

1996

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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