Jennifer Hames is a highly respected lawyer focusing solely on North Carolina family law. Jennifer is skilled at handling complex and highly contentious cases that require an aggressive approach, as well as those who help clients wishing to avoid courtroom litigation through problem-solving and settlement negotiation. Each case is evaluated from every perspective to provide you with customized representation. From the moment you walk in the door, you will know that Jennifer has a genuine concern for her clients’ emotional and financial well-being.
She is also a certified Family Financial Mediator through the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission.
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Acquired: 2008
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1446 East Gaston Street, Suite 104, Lincolnton, NC, 28093
16 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Inept and Dishonest
Do not hire this attorney if you have any high conflict or abuse issues. She is inept to the point of helping the other side. She will bill you for things she never did, then make lame excuses. Her cross examination skills are non-existent and she cozies up with the opposition. She will ignore you in...
Posted by Danielle | May 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great!
As a new driver who made a mistake and didn't know what steps to take, Mrs. Hames was great about keeping me informed and guiding me through the steps we had to take. She kept her word. Communication was a little rocky but once we connected everything was smooth sailing. Great to work with.
Posted by Mandy | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Attorney
Jennifer is an amazing attorney! She listens thoroughly, takes her time, understands your needs and shows empathy & compassion. Jennifer has represented me with child custody issues on more than one occasion. (Unfortunately, just because you think it's over, doesn't mean that it is.) Jennifer is a le...
Posted by Jennie | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Debt & Lending Agreements
Excellent Lawyer
Ms. Hames provided legal guidance and assistance with creating a detailed monetary loan agreement between myself and my brother. The document protected me in case of default and clearly written for understanding for both parties. She has provided additional lega consultations that clearly were appr...
Posted by Kellie | August 03, 2015
Goes Above and Beyond
Working with Jennifer was wonderful. I felt so overwhelmed and she took all that burden off of me. She was/is helpful, answered all my questions (and continues to do so), and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend her services to anyone!
2012
Volunteer Lawyer Program Lincoln County Recipient, Legal Aid of North Carolina
2015 - Present
Owner, Lincolnton Family Law
2008 - 2015
Associate, The Jonas Law Firm
2014 - Present
Lincoln County Red Cross BoardBoard Member
2012 - Present
Lincoln County Juvenile Crime Prevention CounselBoard Member
2011 - Present
Legal Aid of North Carolina, Gaston OfficeBoard Member
2008 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2014
27b Judicial BarPresident
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2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
B.A.
English
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