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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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Teresa | August 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Personal warrior

How do you find the words to describe the worth of your quality of life? The worth of your children’s future and best interest? The worth of less conflict and stress? The worth of your safety, sleep, time, and financial means? Divorce and custody matters can be life altering. One choice can greatly c...hange the course and outcome. Making the right choices are difficult when you are scared, vulnerable, or facing the complex issues that are common during a family law matters. However, the single MOST IMPORTANT choice you will make in a family law matter is who you choose to represent you. I had somebody that had my back and I didn’t have to fight alone. This whole process they made it so comforting and helped me through a nightmare of a time. They were professional and did everything in a very timely manner. Jennifer Simmons and her team were my answer.

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.

Posted by Maryclaire | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent law practice

Jennifer represented me in my custody and child support case. It was very stressful and difficult for me but she is AMAZING. I would recommend her to anyone seeking representation.

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last July 26, 2022

Thank you for the great review, Maryclaire!!

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2016 | Child Custody

Jennifer Simmons is a wonderful lawyer

Jennifer helped me with a difficult custody and support case. She is extremely knowledgeable and did a wonderful job for me. I highly recommend her services.

Jennifer Simmons

Replied last February 18, 2016

Thank you for recommending us!

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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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