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Jane Watson Sexton

also known as Jane Sexton, Jane Planchon

4.1
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 31 years

Child custody Lawyer at Fayetteville, AR
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Adoption ... +2 more

7 W Township, PO Box 4881, Fayetteville, AR

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Licenses

Licensed in Arkansas for 31 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 1995

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Sexton Law Firm

7 W Township, PO Box 4881, Fayetteville, AR, 72703

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Jane Watson Sexton's Reviews

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13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Family Law attorney In NWA

Thank you Jane not only are you the best attorney in Northwest Arkansas but you are a wonderful friend! You and Holly really make a difference with all the time and effort you put into working your cases! You are an inspiration to women everywhere. One of the most caring people I have ever met! Pou...ring your heart and time into a case! Thank you for compassion and hard work to keep our family together!

Posted by Holly | March 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She's an advocate for you and your children.

Jane was my divorce attorney and walked me through every step of the way after I was served with paperwork. She guided me to getting full custody of my son with the entry of my divorce. Due to her expertise and inclusion in the divorce decree of some strong protective language for my son, she was the...n able to represent me once more only one year later to suspend my ex-husband's visitation rights after his behavior became dangerous and threatened my son's well-being. She was an incredible advocate for not only me but, more importantly, for my son as well. Jane let me know all of my options, potential outcomes, and the benefits and drawbacks of all courses of action. Since she represented me, I have referred countless other people to her and can see that she works as tirelessly for their rights as she did for me.

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2015 | Child Custody

Smart, informed, and cares.

I am a client of Jane Sexton's. I was very nervous, when I first met with Jane about a custody case. Jane Sexton immediately put those fears to rest. Jane is very intelligent and was able to provide me with a several options on what would be the best way for me, her client, to handle my case. Jane ...Sexton has was looking out for my best interest, just not how she could make the most money. Jane Sexton exemplifies the definition of integrity.

Posted by Greg | July 17, 2015 | Child Custody

Jane is the Best

Jane has represented me in a child custody case.. Being a father, it has been my experience, that the court system, is not set up equally for men. I will say, I believe and hope, it is getting better. Jane Sexton fought hard for my rights as a father. Because of Jane, I have my rights with my daug...hter. I get to have a relationship with my little girl. Memories, experiences, and time that nobody can take away from me again. That is priceless! My custody battle was ugly. My daughter's mother made it as difficult as possible. Jane stood by me and up for me and my daughter. Jane fought hard and never gave up. Jane encouraged me during the really stressful times to not become discouraged. Jane Sexton kept me well informed, was always available for phone calls and e-mails, often long after, her office hours had ended. Jane Sexton did all of this for me, during a time in her life, when husband was battling cancer. A battle, he sadly lost. I went to court shortly after the death of Jane's husband. Jane was remarkable. Jane never missed a beat. Jane was professional, tough, and new my case inside and out. Jane Sexton believes in what she does. Jane fights for her clients and their children. Jane fights so hard because she believes in right and wrong. Jane Sexton is the only attorney, you should even think about hiring in NWA. Because I can tell you, from what I have witnessed, you don't want her to be the attorney for the other side, especially when you enter the court room. I can never repay Jane Sexton, for the service, she provided me. Because as I said before, what she fought so hard for, is priceless. I will always be thankful to Jane, for her unwavering support and determination, especially while she was going through an unimaginable difficult time in her life. Jane Sexton is the best.

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Jane for many years, she's an excellent advocate. I highly recommend her."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1999 - 2001

Trial Attorney, Sexton, Canova & Platt

1995 - 1999

Trial Attorney, Gunn, Sexton, Canova & Platt

1987 - 1990

Trial Attorney, Stinson Mag & Fizzell

Sample of Legal Cases

David Donald SCHUMACHER v. Rebecca W. SCHUMACHER

Affirmed in part and reversed and remanded in part on direct appeal; reversed and remanded on cross-appeal.

George William THOMPSON v. Melinda B. THOMPSON

Reversed and Remanded in part

Michelle LOWELL v. Robert E. LOWELL, et al.

Affirmed

Paul James PASCHAL v. Alice PASCHAL

affirmed (Substituted Opinion on Denial of Rehearing).

Vicki MCKINNEY v. Randall K. McKINNEY

Affirmed

Nicole Frederick HANNAH v ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND MINOR CHILDREN

Affirmed

Teresa Dawn BROOKS v. Stephen Wayne BROOKS

Reversed and Remanded

Mary Helen THOMAS v. Billy Dale THOMAS

Reversed and Remanded

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Education

1987

University of Arkansas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Arkansas State University, Jonesboro

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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