Jamie Lynn McGavic

Jamie Lynn McGavic

4.2
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 15 years

Child support Lawyer at Chesterfield, MO
Practice Areas: Child Support, Adoption, Child Custody ... +2 more

699A Trade Center Blvd., Chesterfield, MO

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 15 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2010

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pedano, O’Shea, McGavic & Hogenmiller

699A Trade Center Blvd., Chesterfield, MO, 63005

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Jamie Lynn McGavic's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cristina | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She is Priceless!!!

Words can’t describe how grateful I am for Jamie! She has gone above and beyond what I thought and expected from a lawyer. If you are looking for a lawyer that really cares about you and wants to make sure you and your kids are okay, then she is the one. She didn’t give me 100%, she gave me 150%. ...I felt so protected with her wisdom. My divorce was unfortunately a high conflict divorce and she without a question went into battle for me with all her might. To tell you how good she is, she was actually referred to me by another lawyer, from another firm – I might add! And out of the 10 plus lawyers I called, she is the only one that 1) took the time to see what judge was assigned for my case and 2) she was the only lawyer that looked at my case through the eyes of the judge assigned to my case. I read an article that the same case was given to 10 different judges from the same state and they all came with very extreme verdicts so knowing how your case is going to be seen by the judge in-charged of your case is crucial and having an attorney who gets that is priceless!!! I highly recommend Jamie to represent you, she was a blessing in my life and I feel so grateful for her! I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer and hopefully friend in the future! ;0)

Posted by Bridget | June 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent attorney

I hired Jamie for my custody battle, which lasted almost a year. Jamie was very comforting knowing how scared I was and always reassured me that everything was going to be fine. Which it was thanks to her! Jamie has a big heart and will fight till the end for you. I recommend Jamie to anyone who is g...oing through a divorce or custody battle.

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

High conflict case, and have recommended her again and again

After terminating my previous law firm for shady practices I called around to several other firms and explained my case was going to be high conflict and likely drawn out. Jamie was actually recommended to me by other firms who wanted more “cut and dry” cases. I met with Jamie and gave her the... full history of my case and circumstances. I have worked with several other attorneys in the St Louis metro area and GAL’s and Jamie was fantastic. She fought not only for me but for the rights of my child where their voices are often unheard in our judicial system. We faced many obstacles during the hearings, motions, and false allegations by the other party and their attorney. It was drawn out much longer than it should have been (at the fault of the other party). Jamie was patient and thorough while dealing with some of the most extreme things that can happen in a family law case, including personal attacks from the other party. I learned to trust Jamie and know that she will fight for her clients. While a high conflict case is the last thing I would wish on any person, I know that Jamie will always be in my corner and fighting for what is right. I have recommended her again and again to other individuals facing high conflict ( whether money, domestic violence, or dealing with cluster B personality disorders). Jamie knows the law thoroughly and works ethically and with an integrity that I have found to be lacking with many in the field. While I hope to never need her services again, I know with my case that will likely be the happen and Jamie will be the first and only person I turn to.

Posted by Melani | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She's great.

I was referred to Jamie for what was supposed to be an easy divorce. It wasn't. We dealt with a prenup (that she got thrown out!), bullying, private investigators, hacking of facebooks, websites, refusal to turn over info, attorney changes on his side, him not appearing in court, rude opposing cou...ncil, and just general messiness. Through it all, Jamie kept calm and we kept our heads high. She's a tiny, calm and soft spoken attorney, but very quick, thorough, and effective. It ended very well for me and it definitely would not have happened without her. So thankful.

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Jamie Lynn McGavic's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Munro

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 27

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Gilkerson

Family lawyer | Nov 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan McAllister

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When it comes to Family Law, Jamie is the first person I call for advice. She knows how to advocate for her clients interests and she has obtained superb results for her clients to show for it."

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Stephen Bardol

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Finney

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very motivated and bright."

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Ryan Schellert

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Garrett

Unknown lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Spector

Family lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Matthews

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 27

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Megan Nolan

Family lawyer | Feb 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristin Pfeifauf

Family lawyer | Feb 23

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Kristen Strieker

Unknown lawyer | Feb 23

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Amanda Hogenmiller

Family lawyer | Dec 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Gantner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jamie took fantastic care of a mutual client during a difficult divorce. The results were very positive for her client."

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Kyle Warner

Unknown lawyer | May 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Eckelkamp

Unknown lawyer | May 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Pedano

Family lawyer | May 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Wittrock

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jamie McGavic has the unique ability to fight hard for her clients and simultaneously earn the respect of opposing attorneys. She is incredibly bright and her skills extend far beyond legal research and writing. Jamie is perceptive, hardworking, and assertive. She is personable and takes the time to truly understand each of her clients' objectives. Her genuine care for her clients coupled with her persistent dedication to achieving their goals make her an excellent family law attorney."

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Michael O'Shea

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, Pedano, O'Shea, McGavic, & Hogenmiller, LLC

2011 - 2013

Attorney, Stange Law Firm, LLC

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk/Associate, Green Cordonnier & House

2009 - 2009

Rule 13 Certified Student Attorney, St. Louis University Legal Clinic

2007 - 2009

Volunteer Advocate/Legal Intern, Voices for Children

Associations

Missouri Bar

St. Louis County Bar Association

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Young Lawyers Division

Executive Committee

Education

2010

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Missouri, Columbia

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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