$ 275-500 per hour
Joryn Jenkins
About Joryn
Biography
In her mission to change the way the world gets divorced, Joryn has published extensively. Written for the client, War or Peace, Avoid the Destruction of Divorce Court, illustrates with true stories how personal choices impact how marriages end: with dignity and self-respect, or with hatred and virtual bloodshed. In it, Joryn recounts actual events as they unfolded, both the wars fought in the courtroom, as well as the collaborative accords negotiated at the conference table. I Never Saw My Father Again, The Divorce Court Effect, continues that discussion by elaborating on how to make the process more effective. Her third book, A Free Divorce Handbook, How to Organize a Collaborative Divorce Pro Bono Project debuted in October 2015. She published her next two Open for Business books, both intended for the collaborative practitioner, Managing Your Collaborative Practice for Passion & Profit and Changing the Way the World Gets Divorced, her book on collaborative marketing, in 2016.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Family
25%
37 years | 700 cases
Litigation
20%
46 years | 700 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 42 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 45 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
Open Palm Law
3839 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33609-2719
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Posted by Betty | January 14, 2020 | Divorce & Separation
Experience with attorney
She helped me to understand that the law regarding divorce and how it would affect me, so I can make an informed decision.
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2019 | Marriage & Prenuptials
Talks to you, Not at you
Highly knowledgeable in the field of prenuptial agreements. She has a kind nature and really takes the time to listen to every detail of your situation.
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Posted by John | June 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend in collaborative proceedings
Joryn is clearly a leader in the collaborative process of divorce. The representation I received was excellent and she took a personal interest in helping me all along the way.
Posted by Gary | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Joryn is Changing the Way the World Gets Divorced.
I have worked with Joryn Jenkins and her staff for the last 7 years. Her focus of Changing the Way the World Gets Divorced is an inspiration to not only her clients who are going through a divorce, but other attorneys who see a better way to represent their clients. After reviewing each client's situ...
Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Collaborative Divorce
I was completely shell-shocked when, after 25 years of marriage, my husband wanted a divorce. I was numb, and "didn't know what i didn't know" about how to proceed. When I first met with Joryn (before even hiring her), she was exceptionally kind, compassionate and concerned. Joryn was adamant that I ...
Joryn Jenkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"I recently served as the mediator in one of Ms. Jenkins' cases. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional. Ms. Jenkins provides her clients with the range of possibilities of court-based outcomes and ensures her clients have the tools necessary to feel in control and make educated decisions in their cases. I endorse this lawyer."
"I recently had the honor and privilege of working with Joryn on a collaborative divorce case; I represented one spouse and she represented the other. Joryn is a gifted attorney whose knowledge of the collaborative process is unmatched. She has a deep understanding of the law and knows when and how to implement various alternative dispute resolution strategies such as mediation, collaborative divorce, and negotiated settlements. It was a pleasure getting to know Joryn over the last several months. She is a true professional. I look forward to working with her on future cases."
"Top notch attorney. I endorse 100%"
"Joryn’s commitment to effective, compassionate advocacy is only rivaled by her devotion to professional development and education. In Joryn, clients have a caring and skillful advocate, while her colleagues have a mentor and teacher setting the highest standards for service and professionalism. Joryn has wholly embraced Collaborative Practice, and is consistently in search of the best and most creative ways to help her clients resolve disputes in a peaceful and respectful way. There’s no question…I strongly endorse Joryn."
"Joryn is a wonderful mentor and exceptional collaborative attorney. She works tirelessly to promote the collaborative family law movement in our community. She always focuses on what is best for her client.... You won't find a better collaborative attorney."
"Joryn is one of the most energetic and passionate collaborative practitioners and a leader in the effort to change the way the world gets divorced. I strongly endorse Joryn Jenkins."
"I have known Joryn Jenkins professionally for 30 years as we both practice in the Tampa Bay legal community in the are of family law primarily. She is very knowledgeable, a great trial lawyer with a quick mind and she doesn't get caught off guard. She's one I never hesitate to recommend to a client she might help."
"Joryn is a powerhouse of an attorney and is leading the charge in collaborative divorce, which is a revolutionary change from the standard, painful, and financially disastrous divorce process. She is remarkably intelligent and very helpful resource for anyone who is about to go through divorce."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been a member of the editorial board of The Federal Lawyer for many years. Early in my tenure there, I had the pleasure of working on the magazine with Joryn, who was (at that time) its volunteer editor. As editor, she chaired our board, which consisted of very bright and dedicated lawyers from around the country. (I am in California.) From personal experience, I can attest that she is very bright, articulate, and hard working. She is a true "team player," always willing to share praise with those she collaborates with. When I think of her, the two words that first come to mind are "can do," I am sure that this attitute carries over into her practice, to the benefit of her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Pro Bono Service, Hillsborough County Bar Association
2004
Pro Bono Service, The Florida Bar
2001
A. Sherman Christensen Award, American Inns of Court
1999
Professionalism, Cheatwood Inn of Court
1998
Distinguished Service, The Federal Bar
1997
President's Award, The Federal Bar
1993
Leadership, The Florida Bar Grievance Committee 13-A
1993
Leadership, Cheatwood Inn of Court
Work Experience
2014 - 2014
Owner, Open Palm Law
1994 - 2014
Owner, Joryn Jenkins & Associates
1992 - 1994
Professor, Stetson University College Of Law
1991 - 1992
Associate, Annis Mitchell, Cockey, Edwards & Roehn, PA
1986 - 1991
Associate, Taub & Williams
1983 - 1986
Assistant State Attorney, State Of Florida
Associations
2014 - Present
Next Generation DivorceTraining Chair
2013 - Present
Florida Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsBoard Member
2011 - Present
Next Generation DivorcePro Bono Project Chair
1997 - Present
American Inns of CourtLeadership Council
1989 - Present
Coordinating Council of Florida InnsFounder, Charter Member, Chair
1987 - Present
J. Clifford Cheatwood American Inn of CourtFounder, Charter Member, President
2003 - 2004
The Florida Bar Grievance Committee 13-AChair
2001 - 2002
J. Clifford Cheatwood American Inn of CourtPresident
1997 - 1999
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationDirector
1993 - 2003
The Federal BarEditor-in-Chief, The Federal Lawyer
1993 - 1995
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationPeer Review Committee Charter Panel Member
1992 - 1993
The Florida Bar Grievance Committe 13-AChair
1991 - 1994
American Inns of CourtEditor-in-Chief, The Bencher
1991 - 1997
American Inns of CourtTrustee
1989 - 1991
Coordinating Council of Florida InnsChair
Sample of Legal Cases
S.T. v. School Board of Seminole County, 783 So.2d 1231 (Fla. 5th DCA 2001) (Case No. 5D00-2569).
Won the appeal
Wiley v. Roof, 641 So.2d 66 (Fla. 1994).
Won the appeal to the Florida Supreme Court.
The Tribune Co. v. DML and Anclote Manor Hospital, 566 So.2d 1333 (Fla. 2d DCA 1990).
Won the appeal.
Hill v. Winn Dixie, 699 F.Supp. 876 (M.D.Fla. 1988)
Won the appeal.
In re Guardianship of Barry, 445 So.2d 365 (Fla. 2d DCA 1984).
Lost the appeal, per my client's instructions.
Education
1980
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
Yale University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
From Rookie to Rainmaker
Marketing Your Law Practice
2017
Changing the Way the World Gets Divorced
Marketing Your Collaborative Practice
2016
same
Managing Your Collaborative Practice for Passion & Profit
2014
Monthly Meeting
Collaborative Practice in Bankruptcy
2014
Annual Conference
Ethics
2014
Annual Conference
Collaborative Divorce; What Is It and Why Do We Do It?
2014
2014 Annual Conference
Marketing Your Collaborative Practice
Publications
2017
Open Palm Press
From Rookie to Rainmaker
2017
Open Palm Press
From Lawyer to Law Firm
2017
Open Palm Press
Champions of Collaborative Divorce
2017
Open Palm Press
The Divorce Puzzle
2016
Open Palm Press
Open for Business, Managing Your Collaborative Practice for Passion & Profit
2016
Open Palm Press
Open for Business, Changing
2015
Open Palm Press
I Never Saw My Father Again (The Divorce Court Effect)
2015
Open Palm Press
A Free Divorce Handbook (Organizing a Collaborative Divorce Pro Bono Project)
2014
Open Palm Press
War or Peace, Avoid the Destruction of Divorce Court
1997
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Florida Civil Motions Practice
Languages
English
French
Activity
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