Susan Fox Jacobsen

Susan Fox Jacobsen

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Saint Louis, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Probate, Estate Planning ... +3 more

5257 Shaw Avenue, Suite 221, Saint Louis, MO

About Susan

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 60%

22 years

60%
Business 10%

22 years

10%
Probate 10%

22 years

10%
Appeals 5%

All areas of law

22 years

5%
Litigation 5%

General civil litigation

22 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 22 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Susan Fox Jacobsen PC

5257 Shaw Avenue, Suite 221, Saint Louis, MO, 63110

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Susan Fox Jacobsen's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Terri | April 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business

An amazing attorney

I hired Susan Jacobsen to represent me in a business matter, and could not be more pleased with the process and the outcome. She is kind and empathetic, a great advocate and an excellent attorney. I was afraid this matter would drag on indefinitely, but Susan was able to negotiate a settlement that... was fair and reasonable for all concerned. She cuts through all the extraneous issues to get to the heart of the matter, which saved a lot of time and hassle. She is fair, reasonable and an excellent negotiator. Her fees and billing structure are very reasonable and she is, without a doubt, the most responsive and diligent attorney I have ever worked with, personally or professionally. I recommend her highly and would not hesitate to reach out to her again should the need arise.

Posted by Bead | October 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great divorce lawyer

I would highly recommend Susan if you are in need of a experienced divorce lawyer. She was extremely friendly and went above and beyond the entire case. There was no time in the whole process that I did not know what was going on because she kept me up to date with everything. I can not stress enough... how she made this whole process as painless as possible!!

Posted by Petra | August 09, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

When I need legal help I don’t want to feel like needing a lawyer to talk to my own lawyer. One lawyer I can recommend.

Susan had my best interest in mind even when I didn't always asked the right question; different to experiences I had with other lawyers. She seems to have a passion to get to the bottom of the subject (case) and was able to describe the steps she is taking to achieve the desired results. She also ex...plains potential roadblocks and alternatives. I was especially impressed with her professional conduct and performance during court appearances. And I was equally pleased with her willingness to go over questions and concerns (including her bill), provide feedback and solution approach.

Susan Jacobsen

Replied last August 09, 2017

Thank you, Petra! You are very kind.

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Money pit

Susan was recommended to me by another lawyer. After dragging a fairly simple case on for a year the judge finally said enough is enough. Appointed more people to get involved in my case. In the end she told me give my ex whatever she wants so that this could be over. So after wasting thousands upon ...thousands to pay 700 a month for one 4 year old boy. I thought that would be it. Come to find out in the state of Missouri if there is a dispute about what is clearly written in the divorce papers Missouri specifically Clayton courthouse will tell you to get a lawyer and come back to court to do it all over again. Long story short, if you want to save yourself alot of money and trouble don't bother with Susan.

Susan Jacobsen

Replied last June 30, 2017

I am very sorry, but I cannot place you as a client. I do not believe that I actually represented you. I am confused when you say that "the judge finally said enough is enough. Appointed more people to get involved." In a dissolution action, the only other parties to be appointed are guardian ad litems (except in special cases where third parties can be impleaded, such as when there are allegations that the husband is not the father of a child of the marriage, if there is a business entity that is marital property, etc.). A court will appoint a guardian ad litem (a "GAL") either on its own motion or the motion of a party. GALs are automatically appointed when there are allegations of abuse and/or neglect (this is required by law). GALs can also be appointed in highly contested custody matter. Further, I also do not know what you mean when you state that "in the state of Missouri if there is a dispute about what is clearly written in the divorce papers" that you would need to "do it all over again." There actually cannot be an dispute over what is "clearly written" in a divorce decree. If the language is clear, that is the language that would govern. If a party does not like the language, then they would need to move to modify the language. However, the only portions of a dissolution decree that can be modified are provisions regarding child custody, child support, and maintenance (so long as the maintenance specifically states that it is modifiable). I am sorry if you feel that you had a poor experience, but I do not believe that I was part of this case.

Posted by Theresa | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing.... Professional, and Knowledgable!

Amazing is the only word to accurately describe Susan and her vast knowledge. Susan helped me through a divorce in 2009 and again with a modification in 2016 with satisfactory and fair results. She is a great communicator and is HONEST in her communications. Susan was my strength when I couldn't b...e my own and looked out for me and my children's best interest. She is direct and caring all at the same time. She was very patient in my difficult modification and always willing to explain and direct me with her wealth of knowledge and experience. A+++++ I would recommend her without hesitation.

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Susan Fox Jacobsen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Cox

Family lawyer | Jan 25

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"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Susan for some time, and have been the opposing attorney on a case with her. She's easy to work with, but is also an excellent advocate who always keeps her client's best interests in mind. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her services to anyone."

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Marjorie Carter

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Susan is very knowledgeable in family law and several other practice areas. She works well and diligently with her clients to achieve a favorable outcome."

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Alex Curcuru

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Schleiffarth

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Associations

2008 - Present

Missouri Bar

Family Law Section

2005 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Member

2004 - Present

Missouri State Bar

Member

2014 - 2015

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Secretary Solo/Small Firm Secretary

Education

2003

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Saint Mary's College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Solo/Small Firm Potpourri CLE

Classification & Division of Property in Dissolution

2012

Solo/Small Firm Potpourri CLE

Qualified Domestic Relations Orders

Languages

English

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