Jennifer Stanton Hargrave

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Jennifer Stanton Hargrave

also known as Dallas Divorce Attorney, Hargrave Family Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Uncontested Divorce, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials

4201 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 1210, Dallas, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jennifer

Biography

Compassionate Dallas divorce lawyer Jennifer Stanton Hargrave, Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, is skilled at helping clients construct creative solutions. Her team of Dallas divorce attorneys will help you protect what matters most and start anew.

As a compassionate Dallas divorce attorney, we help good people end broken marriages with dignity. Hargrave Family Law works hard to find collaborative and non-confrontational solutions that enable families to move forward with their lives.

Experienced attorneys specializing in Dallas family law, offering compassionate representation for divorce, custody, support cases and adoption. We protect your rights and guide you through every step of the legal process.

Protect your assets and define financial responsibilities before or during marriage with our expertly crafted prenuptial and post-marital agreements. Our Dallas Family Law attorneys ensure these agreements are clear, fair, and enforceable, safeguarding your interests.

We can help you simplify your divorce process when both parties agree on key issues. Our Dallas divorce attorneys guide you through an uncontested divorce efficiently, ensuring all agreements are legally sound and in your best interests for a smooth transition.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

Divorce using creative solutions in a way that minimizes unnecessary conflict.

75%
Uncontested Divorce 15%

Divorce using creative solutions in a way that minimizes unnecessary conflict.

15%
Family 5%

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 285-600 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Online Presence

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Jennifer Stanton Hargrave's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Very efficient ( Cost Effective)

Jennifer and her team did a great job! I highly recommend them. They were very responsive but made sure to not drag things out. I felt they were looking out for my best interests.

Posted by Daine | April 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Class and Integrity - Best Lawyer and Law practice.

I still remember having my first conversation with Jennifer. I had a million thoughts in my head as I was falling apart mentally, emotionally and physically from what was about to be the fallout of my 11 year marriage plus three kids. In my own convictions of my own faith, lawyers were never in the c...ards for me. I was so convinced that we would just work things out and looking back, I was not able to see things for what it was. But what if I waited till now(almost 2 years later) to get perspective? It would’ve been too late. I would’ve lost all the footing I needed to be setup for success concerning my future and what’s best for my kids. That’s where Jennifer comes in. From point A to point Z, Jennifer advocated for me and made sure I had the best situation so I could move forward. She didn’t brush me off or my story off when I initially consulted her. I could be completely honest with her and there were some sensitive details of my story. She genuinely believed in me and who I truly was. I was also in a clergy role at a church and she managed that complexity with class and care. I never ever ever felt like she was a step behind....her and Taylor were super professional and were on top of things every step of the way. They were very patient with me and fought hard to get me what I wanted. I look back now and I’m so grateful. She thought of everything when I couldn’t think of everything. I am now set for the rest of my life to love my kids well and to give myself a fighting chance at life! None of this is an exaggeration. Hargrave Law is the best family law practice. Trust me. I did my research and I consulted with a few people who would be able to handle the complexity of my case and only Jennifer had the integrity and collaborative skill to knock this out of the park. No way would I have gotten the outcome I received without Jennifer! I highly recommend her. Her staff from Stacie to Taylor to the billing folks are super client friendly! Again, Jennifer - She’s attentive and caring but she’s also honest, precise, realistic. She will challenge you and she will ask good questions to truly think about what you really want, helping to weed out stuff that’s not important. Best part is that she has the litigator skill set that when she needs to turn it on, she can switch those gears at any moment. She knows how to manage that tension well...ultimately she advocates for the most collaborative approach that skips out on the drama. Most of the time, this is what’s best for the kids too and for any shot at amicable coparenting. If you’re looking for something like this, don’t look anywhere else. Jennifer and her staff are GOLD!

Posted by Liesl | March 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wise counsel

Jennifer Hargrave helped me stay focused on the my most important goals during my divorce. She explained the process, provided encouragement when needed, and helped me to see past the details that were not worth my emotional and mental energy.

Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Outstanding legal services

Mrs. Hargrave has been instrumental in educating on all aspects related to a pre-marital agreement. She is very thorough, detail oriented and possesses one of a kind communication skills, weighing in all minute details that anyone would appreciate being aware of. I would highly recommend her for a...ny family related legal matters and I felt blessed to have obtained her guidance.

Posted by Rick | June 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Great results

Jennifer's team found away to modify my spousal support order and put an end to a very unfair situation. Courtroom representation was top notch. I strongly recommend her firm.

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Jennifer Stanton Hargrave's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Powell

Family lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is an excellent attorney and advocate for her clients. She is well respected by her colleagues, and I highly recommend her firm!"

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Ecleynne Mercy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hargrove has a genuine passion for helping her clients and providing the best representation. She loves what she does and isn’t afraid to fight and go to trial. Every single one of her clients are being taken care of with the utmost care. Her staff is an assembly of dedicated professionals armed with the desire to provide only the best in customer service and customer satisfaction. My name is Ecleynne Mercy and I approve this message."

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Alexandra Geczi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jennifer is an amazingly smart yet down to Earth attorney. She has the ability to zealously advocate for her clients while still maintain a professional relationship with the opposing attorney, which benefits her clients tremendously. I have referred her clients that were not a good fit for our firm, and I've relied on her expertise and advice on other cases where I needed to brainstorm ideas. I highly recommend Jennifer."

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Jennifer Goldman

Family lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer and I met when we sat for the Texas bar exam together, and I loved her from the moment I met her! She is brilliant, compassionate and thorough, and it is obvious to me that she cares about each of her clients. I regularly refer clients to her, knowing they will be in good hands."

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Lauren Schultz

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hargrave appears to be a talented attorney and any client would be in good hands with her as counsel. I endorse this lawyer."

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Amber Shemesh

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Abby Ewing

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Meuse

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leonard Nary

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is an attorney of impeccable reputation and professionalism. She provides her clients with first-class representation, coupled with extremely high ethics and intelligence."

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Carie Silvestri

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jennifer Hargrave for nearly 10 years and have had the privilege of working with her on complex divorce cases. She is exceptionally knowledgeable and extremely personable. She is a frequent speaker at local and statewide bar conferences, as well. I am so confident in her abilities that I regularly refer potential clients to her because I know they will receive the best advocacy and advice from her. I highly recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for an exceptional family lawyer in Dallas."

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Janet Brumley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jennifer Stanton Hargrave is widely recognized as of the best Family Law attorneys in Texas. She has been repeatedly recognized as a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters; one of the best Family Law attorneys in Dallas by "D" Magazine; and as one of the best lawyers in the US by Best Lawyers in America."

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James Mueller

Family lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon Lynch

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is a wonderful person, which absolutely spills out into her law practice. She is kind, considerate, and a great advocate for her clients without running up fees or instigating strife or conflict where there should be none."

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Ecleynne Mercy

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Alexandra Geczi

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Jennifer Goldman

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Amber Shemesh

Family lawyer

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Abby Ewing

Family lawyer

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Christopher Meuse

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Carie Silvestri

Family lawyer

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Robert Matlock

Family lawyer

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James Mueller

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Paul Brumley

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Janet Brumley

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Shannon Lynch

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Texas Super Lawyers, Texas Monthly Magazine

2013

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martin Dale Hubbell

2013

"A-V" Preeminant Peer Review Rated, Lexis-Nexis/Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Texas Super Lawyers, Texas Monthly Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Texas Rising Stars, Texas Monthly Magazine

2009

Texas Rising Stars, Texas Monthly Magazine

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Best Lawyers in Dallas, D Magazine

2007

Best Lawyers in Dallas, D Magazine

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Member, Smith Hargrave Law

2006 - Present

Partner, VernerBrumley PC

1997 - 2006

Attorney, Wells Fargo NA

1995 - 1997

Attorney, Madrid & Brooks

Associations

2012 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2011 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Family Law

Member

2005 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1995 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2008

iFamily Group

Former President

Education

1995

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of California - Davis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

2014 Bench Bar

Moderator, Judge's Forum

2013

Divorce Cases from Start to Finish for Paralegals

Discovery Guidelines

2013

As Family Court Judges See It: Top Mistakes Attorneys Make in Litigating Divorce

Moderator

2011

Family Law from A to Z

Finance 101 for Family Law Practitioners

Publications

2013

Dallas Bar Association Headnotes What Business Owners Need to Know About Divorce

2009

State Bar of Texas Family Law Section Report Email Agreements: Can They Satisfy Rule 11 Requirements

Languages

English

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