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also known as Jacob C. Jeffries
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As a family law attorney, I believe in crafting the right strategy for the right moment. Having grown up in a family of potters, mosaic workers, and auto repairmen, I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty and carefully consider the technical aspects of a case to keep it running smoothly.
I serve as both an advocate and a “translator” of my clients’ personal issues into “legalese” in order to guide them through the available options before a court. This often involves showing them what pitfalls to avoid. Some past clients have reported that they relied upon my candor, calm demeanor, and pragmatic views of their case, while others have reported that they appreciated my effectiveness in their hearings.
Over the years, the practice of family law become ever more technical. This means it’s become easier for a party to lose their case based on an unforeseen technicality. With this in mind, I've taken the time to become Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and I take additional courses each year to maintain membership in the Texas Bar College.
As a graduate of Baylor Law School and its rigorous “Practice Court” program, my goal is to always be ready for every eventuality and to be better prepared than those on the other side. That has resulted in many favorable rulings on behalf of my clients.
I have been named to Thomson Reuters’ annual list of Texas Rising Stars for the years 2018-2024, and I have received distinction in various publications including being named in 2024 to Law Dragon's listing of the "500 Leading Family Lawyers" in the United States and Thompson Reuters' "Up-and-Coming 100" list for the State of Texas. In law school, I was, along with my student partner Jack Hales, the winner of the prestigious Strasburger & Price Moot Court Competition.
I have experience in a range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody and support, property division, marital agreements, some appeals, enforcements, and much more. But I also have a wide breadth of experience handling matters that are not usually litigated or that invoke obscure provisions of the Texas Family Code, so I am ready to help clients with any family law dispute.
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Acquired: 2014
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2600 Network Blvd., #200, Frisco, TX, 75034
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Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Jacob is the man!
Jacob is very professional, patient, and knowledgeable. I had a contested custody case that went to trial. Jacob was organized and prepared against the opposing counsels attorney. Overall, that led to a ruling in our favor. His communication is A1. I would recommend Jacob and ONDA for any family law ...
Posted by Annie | February 19, 2023 | Child Custody
Super helpful and informative
Jacob helped me understand my options and my decree I had from several years ago. He went over different option on ways to proceed with looking into requesting full custody Never once did he seem pushy or try and push his service on me, like others in the industry have done. He gave me my o...
Posted by James | November 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
In matters of Family Law, you need the "A Team"
I got in touch with Jacob Jeffries and Jennifer Henson at Coker Legal to handle my divorce. The case had some serious complexities, and I needed an "A Team" attorney. I interviewed various other attorneys and firms and found all of them wanting. That's why I was so impressed with Jacob and Jennifer...
Posted by C.L. | October 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
All the Best - Always!
Jacob Jeffries is an outstanding Attorney and an asset to the Coker Legal team. Jacob and his legal assistant, Jennifer Henson, were very understanding, responsive, patient, and courteous and professional during one of the most uncertain, uncomfortable and frightening times for my family. I contact...
Posted by Nikki Brown | September 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thank you Jacob for your excellent service!!
Jacob, you took a horrible situation with my BF and made it much better and was able to put her mind at ease by being humble, kind and very knowledgeable. I'm sooo grateful for you and your Team. Divorce is never easy but with you in her corner it makes things a little easier to deal with. Thank yo...
"I have come across Jocob’s responses on Avvo. His answers are clear, insightful, and demonstrate a strong understanding of complex legal issues. It is evident that he is dedicated to helping individuals navigate difficult family law matters with sound legal guidance."
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2026
500 Leading Family Lawyers, Lawdragon
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
500 X - The Next Generation, Lawdragon
2025
Young Guns: The Best Lawyers Under 40, D Magazine
2025
500 Leading Family Lawyers, Lawdragon
2025
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2024
500 X - The Next Generation, Lawdragon
2024
Up-and-Coming 100, SuperLawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2024
500 Leading Family Lawyers, Lawdragon
2023
500 X - The Next Generation, Lawdragon
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Board Certification - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
"Relief Man Award", Denton County Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
2013
Champion - Strasburger & Price Moot Court Competition, Baylor University School of Law
2024 - Present
Partner, Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP
2021 - Present
Attorney, Orsinger, Nelson, Downing, and Anderson
2015 - 2021
Attorney, Coker, Robb, and Cannon, P.C./CokerLegal
2014 - 2015
Attorney, The Law Office of Whitney Fanning
2020 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2016 - Present
State Bar CollegeMember
2015 - Present
Denton County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
Collin County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Collin County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Successfully defended against partial protective order appeal.
Successfully defended against second petition for writ of mandamus
Successfully defended against petition for writ of mandamus
Successfully defended against petition for writ of mandamus
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2024
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