Jessica Marie Wood

Jessica Marie Wood

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +2 more

580 S. High St., Suite 230, Columbus, OH

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

15 years

30%
Family 25%

15 years

25%
Child Support 10%

15 years

10%
Adoption 5%

15 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 15 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wood & Long, LLC

580 S. High St., Suite 230, Columbus, OH, 43123

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Jessica Marie Wood's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dominique | November 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My savior!

I had/have a very difficult violent divorce and continuing custody issues. Jessica was/is always safety first. She handles the other party in the most respectful way despite how nasty they may be to her. She has fantastic people skills and is the best in a high conflict divorce. She is professional a...nd great at getting results! Look no further!

Posted by Tina | January 27, 2015

Professional Attorney Standing By You

I have a complicated case which lasts for quite a while, and I was eventually out of state too. I'm so grateful that I worked with Jessica the whole time. She has been very responsive, supportable, knowledgeable, and knowing my case details as well as myself! She fought hard for me and also used... her professionalism and personal skills to make the entire process as harmonious as it can be. I don't know if this is important for anyone else, but having a difficult ex and also an over-aggressive and hostile opposing attorney is already hard. I do not want the anger and pains to be dragged into deeper black holes during the entire divorce fight. I was very happy that Jessica made my part of life a lot easier with support, good advice and also a firm ground. A lot of times, I could not go back to home state to go to to court but I trust her to represent me 100% and I believe the outcome will be the same whether I appear or not. I'm very happy with my divorce outcome and do not feel I need to give in much to reach here. Many people do not realize ( at least I did not until after my divorce) that people skills are essential for attorneys. Being cooperative, affirmative, mature and respectful (even to the opposing party and attorneys) is going to get what you want quicker and with less pain. I like Jessica Wood and highly recommend her! Thank you so much again for accompanying and supporting me for the most difficult time of my life!

Posted by RH | January 18, 2015

Search no more !

I met Ms Wood as an associate in another firm prior to her partnership in Wood & Long. My representation by her continued based on an initial and continued positive lasting impression. Detailed oriented, responsive, efficient, candid and honest are only a few laudable descriptive traits possessed by ...her. Aspects of family law such as divorce proceedings can be stressful hence, finding the right attorney is key and she was the perfect fit for me ! She took the time to acquaint herself with the fine details of my case, with this proving to be significant in convincing the court about the need for psychological evaluation in a case involving a personality disorder (subsequently diagnosed in the opposing party via court ordered forensic psychological evaluations). As a male, I was eventually granted sole custody of my children. Her level of responsiveness in a timely manner to my evolving needs generated by the case was almost in real time, a feat which was important to me and to the case outcome. Also noteworthy is the fact that she was quite candid in outlining the various legal options based on the cost without being flippant about this. This was important as legal fees; especially during protracted divorce proceedings can be expensive. Be not fooled by her youthful appearance, as her professionalism and execution are belied by her age. Look no further!

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Jessica Marie Wood's Lawyer Endorsements

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Abbey Becca

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is a very talented lawyer who is a fierce advocate for her clients."

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Megan Gibson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Heckert

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jessica is an excellent attorney who puts her clients' needs first."

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Holly Regoli

Family lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Wood for your family law needs. She has demonstrated a high degree of excellence to meet your legal needs."

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Christopher Tamms

Child custody lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney Wood is an excellent advocate for her client and a true professional."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Chelsea Long

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Whipps

Family lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dirken Winkler

Child custody lawyer

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Bobbie O'Keefe

Family lawyer

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Megan Gibson

Family lawyer

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Chelsea Long

Family lawyer

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Edward Whipps

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Top Lawyer, Columbus CEO

2014

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2014

Outstanding Young Lawyers in Cleveland & Columbus, Cleveland Magazine

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Wood & Long LLC

2010 - 2014

Associate, Edward F. Whipps & Associates

2006 - 2010

Legal Assistant, Edward F. Whipps & Associates

2003 - 2006

Legal Secretary, Edward F. Whipps & Associates

Associations

2015 - Present

Central Ohio Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Support & Custody for Father

Despite the highly contentious nature of the case, a settlement was reached giving father full custody and mother minimal parenting time. Mother received no spousal support and father received a child support order.

Custody for Father Update

Full custody remained with father and mother's parenting time was limited to at father's discretion.

Grandparent's Rights

Custody to Grandmother

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Education

2010

Capital University

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

The Ohio State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2005

The Ohio State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

CIP Delegation

Ohio Family Law Basics

Publications

2016

Wood & Long, LLC bLAWg Temporary Orders

2015

Wood & Long, LLC bLAWg Rights of Unmarried Fathers

2015

Wood & Long, LLC bLAWg Rights of Unmarried Mothers

Languages

English

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