Jennifer Diane Oakley

Jennifer Diane Oakley

also known as Jennifer Oakley Michaud

3.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 15 years

Probate Lawyer at King, NC
Practice Areas: Probate, Child Custody, Child Support ... +8 more

153A Jefferson Church Road, P.O. Box 550, King, NC

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 15 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Browder Overby, PA

153A Jefferson Church Road, P.O. Box 550, King, NC, 27021

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Jennifer Diane Oakley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Karri | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Attorney

I was desperate to find an attorney that would take my very complicated custody case that spanned 3 states. Jennifer was/is amazing!!! She jumped right in and went to work! She is very personable and treats you like a friend.

Posted by Lynn | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Dissatisfied

I had hired Jennifer as my attorney. She checked to see if there would be a conflict of interest to which she replied that there wasn't. Yesterday, she informed me by email and not telephone, that she could not represent me because a conflict of interest that was found and she could not relate to me ...what it was. I expected to be refunded the full amount of the retainer that I had paid to her. This was her fault and not mine. She should have been well aware if there was a conflict of interest. However, only a portion was returned to me. The full amount would have been enough to pay my new attorney. This is costing me a lot of money. I could never do this to someone else. I know that she put work into this and I was willing to pay a small amount for her services but that was not to be. Like I said, it is not my fault that she just found out there was a conflict of interest. That is on her and she should absorb the cost.

Posted by Debbie | March 29, 2018

Consultation gone awry...

Sorry, just not impressed. Guess my expectations set too high from previous professionals.

Posted by Nancy | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

So grateful I found Jennifer!

Jennifer is an exceptional Lawyer & exceptional person! When you walk into Jennifer's office she is a very warm person with a very big smile. She listens to what you have to say & she gives you professional legal advice . Jennifer is a person that has heart . That is something that you just don't ...see anymore ! Her secretary is awesome. She talks to you when you call her for the first time like you have always been her friend. She is the only Lawyer that I intend to use from here on out when I do have to have one. It does not come up often in my life but there is that occasional time and I am so grateful that I found her ! Thank you for working so hard for me Jennifer .

Posted by Kimberly | October 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highest level of integrity, honesty and positive attitude

I was recently represented by Jennifer in a criminal matter. She used her extensive legal knowledge and experience to obtain the most favorable result on my behalf. The charges against me were dismissed! I will use Jennifer and the team at Lawsmith for all my future legal needs. Thank you!

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Jennifer Diane Oakley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tara Johnson

Child custody lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer for any family law matter. I have worked with Jennifer as opposing counsel and have always had a very pleasant experience with her. Jennifer is professional, knowledgeable, reasonable and serves as a zealous advocate for her clients. I would certainly recommend her to anyone in need of assistance during a difficult time."

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Harvey Barbee

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is an excellent attorney who is very knowledgeable in all aspects of family law. I have seen her in the courtroom and she is an extremely effective advocate for her client's interests. I have also worked with her as opposing counsel and have had a very positive experience. I have very high respect for her as an attorney and would have no problem recommending her to anyone in need of legal services."

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Andrew Newman

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jennifer is an experienced and trustworthy attorney who routinely handles family law matters in Winston Salem, NC and the surrounding areas. I have no concerns referring potential clients her way. -- Andrew Newman"

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Jason Smith

Family lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Mrs. Oakley started working for my office this year. Prior to working here, I had the opportunity to observe her and have cases with her many times over the last 4 years. She is a talented attorney and goes out of her way to meet the needs of her clients. Not only does she truly care about her clients, but she also furiously fights for them in the court room. You won't find a better package in a family lawyer than Jennifer Michaud."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Centennial Award, North Carolina Bar Association

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Premier 100, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

10 Best 2015 Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Family Law Basics, NC Bar Association

2011

New Parent Defender Training, NC School of Government

2009

Worker's Compensation Law Book Award, Campbell University

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Browder Overby Michaud & May, PA

2015 - 2016

Associate Attorney, LAWSMITH, The Law Offices of J. Scott Smith, PLLC

2013 - 2015

Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Jennifer Oakley Michaud, P.C.

2012 - 2013

Partner/Attorney, Oakley & Simpson, PLLC

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Bill Marshall Law Offices

Associations

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

Education

2010

Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

J.D.

2007

Western Carolina University

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2021

North Carolina Onsite Water Protection Conference

Legal Remedies for Environmental Health Specialists

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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