Jennifer F. Thompson

Jennifer F. Thompson

3.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 31 years

Family Lawyer at Oshkosh, WI
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Social Security, Wills & Living Wills

600 S Main St Ste 202, Oshkosh, WI

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 45%

Pre & Post - Nuptials, Divorce, Post-Divorce, Paternity, Child custody, placement and support issues, Maintenance, Adoption and Guardian Ad Litem.

36 years

45%
Criminal Defense 40%

Misdemeanor and Felony defense, bond and warrant issues sentencing after revocation & revocation hearings, juvenile representation.

36 years

40%
Social Security & Disability 10%

Social Security DIsability representation before Administrative Law Judge,

31 years

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Prepare Last Will & Testament, Durable Power of Attorney, and Power of Attorney for Health Care (Living Will)

36 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 31 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1994

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Hawaii for 31 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Basiliere, Thompson, Bissett, Castonia & Swardenski LLP

600 S Main St Ste 202, Oshkosh, WI, 54902-6074

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Jennifer F. Thompson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Family

Posted by Dawn | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Aggressive and knowledgeable!

Attorney Thompson handled a complicated family matter for us, and she gave 110% from day one! Our case took over two years to conclude, and she never stopped fighting for us despite all the games the other side played. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an aggressive attorney!

Posted by Lucinda | January 27, 2017 | Family

Excellent attorney - understands zealous advocacy and high ethical standards work together

In my experience with Jennifer Thompson, she is an excellent attorney. I have consulted with her on many cases, and I recommend her often as one of the best family law attorneys in the area. In my experience she is ethical, and still very tough when needed. She and her staff are highly organized, and... I find them to be responsive in following up and returning calls. But for me, what makes her stand out even more, is that also has heart.

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2016 | Family

very helpful

Jennifer has answered questions and presented helpful ideas and I have found her to be knowledgeable and attentive. She is experienced and is well-versed in family law.

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great Attorney

I have used Jennifer Thompson for both family, and criminal defense. She is a very professional and helpful attorney that knew all the answers to questions and concerns that I had, and made me feel comfortable when facing problems that involved the law. I would definitely use Jennifer Thompson again ...and would highly recommend her to anyone who is needing an expert attorney.

Posted by Brian | December 07, 2016 | Family

Highly Competent and Experienced

I have consulted with Ms Thompson on numerous family law matters as it is out of my practice area. I have always found her to be quite knowledgeable and able to provide clear and concise advice on the matters being discussed.

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Jennifer F. Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amanda Belville

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Intelligent, Dynamic, Respected; a Great Advocate."

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Robert Bellin

Family lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Jennifer. She is a tireless advocate for her clients. I know because I have worked with her and against her on various cases over the years. Any client who hires Jennifer will know immediately that she will fight for them."

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Rebecca Castonia

Family lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jennifer is passionate about her clients and cases. She knows what it means to be a zealous advocate. Jennifer is aggressive and determined. I am proud to work with her!"

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Jeffrey Oswald

Family lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a real professional. I have known her for almost 20 years and she never fails to impress me. She cares about her clients and about results. That's a great combination!"

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Joseph Yana

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Sparr

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer does a great job handling difficult criminal cases where the deck is stacked against her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Bellin

Personal injury lawyer

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Rebecca Castonia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Oswald

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Sparr

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Co-Founding Partner, Basiliere, Thompson, Bissett, Castonia & Swardenski, LLP.

1997 - 1999

Associate, Reff, Baivier, Bermingham and Lim, LLC

1995 - 1997

Prosecuting Attorney, LaCrosse City Attorneys Office

1994 - 1995

Attorney, Law Office Liz Melehan

Associations

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Winnebago County Bar Association, Criminal Section

Member

2003 - 2004

Winnebago County Bar Association

President

2002 - 2003

Winnebago County Bar Association

President - Elect

2002 - 2005

Women In Management

Vice President

Education

1993

Suffolk University Law School

Juris Doctorate,

1990

Springfield College

Bachelors of Arts,

Speaking Engagements

2013

Winnebago County Bar Association

Restraining Orders and Criminal Ramifications

2011

Annual GAL Seminar

Guardian Ad Litem

Languages

English

Activity

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