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

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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 Julie | January 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An extremely good outcome

I believe that Jennifer changed the outcome of my divorce. My now ex husband was in a difficult place when we were going through the divorce process. Jennifer gave me excellent advice and guidance that both protected my financial needs and the possibility of a functional future co-parenting relati...onship with my ex husband. She is both caring and knowledgeable. She talked me down from many ledges and I still use the advice she gave me during my divorce in many aspects of my life today. My ex husband and I still have our issues of course, but we have a very functional relationship, which has been life altering for our two daughters. All those who are starting the divorce process need to remember that if you share children, you will be connected for the rest of your lives. Jennifer gave me skills that have helped me reach the goals that my “new family” needs to survive and thrive. She helped me learn how to deal with my new situation and helped me be as financially secure as possible. I respect her as an attorney and am now proud to call her my friend. I could not recommend her more highly.

Posted by Allison | December 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She's the one you want!

Recently, I went through a divorce after 11 years of marriage. I did my due diligence and asked my friends how I should have the conversation with my now ex-husband. I asked both sides those who did the asking for the divorce and those who received the news. I asked them what they learned and what ...they would want done differently. All wished they had the opportunity to have conversations with their spouses asking what they could do to repair the situation. Well after listening, I took their advice, I had a conversation with my former spouse and he told me he was unable to do the things I was asking for him to do. This lead me to interview three attorneys to file for divorce. Jennifer was the last attorney I consulted with and I knew the minute I sat down with her, I wanted her for my attorney. She does not sugar coat anything and comes across as a real and compassionate attorney. She was an amazing listening and took diligence notes. The process while not fun, was quick and seamless thanks to Jennifer's skills. She is the one you want!

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2015

Exemplary Professional

Jennifer demonstrates a strong and committed focus in her handling of all my legal matters. Her guidance, advice and counsel have been invaluable at a time of strong feelings and emotions. She is truly a top legal counselor and an incredible "voice of reason"

Posted by Kelly | April 01, 2014 | Family

Jennifer Stanton Hargrave

Ms. Hargrave is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgable and professional. Her expertise in family law has lead to very positive outcomes personally (divorce, adoption) over the past three years. Ms. Hargrave was exceptionally good at educating and understanding my needs as a client. I woul...d highly recommend her!

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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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Robert Johnston

Intellectual property lawyer

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Zachary Kafoglis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Seth Bader

Workers compensation lawyer

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Ecleynne Mercy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexandra Geczi

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jennifer Goldman

Family lawyer

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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

Family lawyer

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Paul Brumley

Family lawyer

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Janet Brumley

Family lawyer

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Shannon Lynch

Family lawyer

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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