$ 250-450 per hour
Jennifer K. Gjesvold
also known as "Jen"
About Jennifer
Biography
Lawyer Jennifer K. Gjesvold, Esq. joined Gjesvold Law, PLLC in 2020 after working as a solo practioner for 9 years in Texas. She has several years of nationally recognized litigation experience both at the Federal and State level. When she joined her firm, she brought with her the devotion to provide exceptional ethical representation to her clients whether big or small, known or unknown, rich or poor. She knows how to obtain results for her clients and carefully screens the cases she accepts to ensure she can provide quality, personalized legal representation.
Jennifer devotes a large portion of her practice to litigating cases – throughout the years and across the nation she has successfully handled high profile federal and state court litigation whether by consulting, assisting or taking charge as lead counsel.
As a retired professional athlete she brings a unique skill set to the courtroom and she is known for her nationally trained litigation style and trial experience, both past and present, and her competency in the law. She often times partners with other law firms, both large and small. She has provided pre-trial litigation strategy consulting, as well as trial and jury consulting in hotly contested and multi-million dollar civil cases and some high profile criminal cases where the stakes are high and the parties are well-known Corporations, CEO’s, Corporate Officers, Professionals, Recognized Community Members, Celebrities or Professional Athletes.
Legal Experience And Community Involvement
Jennifer can handle cases from the start through trial and any necessary appeals. She is licensed to practice in all Texas state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.
She is an active member of the American Bar Association, The Federal Bar Association of the 5th Circuit, the State Bar of Texas, the Tarrant County Bar Association and the Dallas County Bar Association and she has been asked and has been appointed to sit on a variety to committees for these associations.
In addition to practicing law from her Southlake office, across the State and nationwide, attorney Jennifer K. Gjesvold gives back to the community by volunteering her legal services with the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program and Legal Aid of Northwest Texas. She maintains her own pro bono docket through the firm to support those people who are turned away by other pro bono agencies. She is also an active member in various national and statewide volunteer mock trial programs for teens and law school students.
A seasoned litigator with exceptional results both at the trial and appeallate levels. Ms. Gjesvold has practiced at every level of the system and has had 7 cases published in Westlaw. She is a published author that has been cited internationally for her research results. Prior to becoming a lawyer Ms. Gjesvold was a professional athlete through the USEF and a judge. She has a long standing career of successful endeavors with rehabilitiating violent offenders, at risk teens and high risk families throughout the system since 1997. She has never lost an appeal (19) and she has never had a guilty verdict in a criminal matter. She is eclectic in her practice of law, very versed in a broad range of legal topics and procedural strategies and she consults other attorneys on litigation techniques on a regular basis. Ms. Gjesvold prides herself on being feircely loyal and dedicated to her clients over all others and she is known for shooting it straight, being honest and highly ethical.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
45%
29 years
Lawsuits and Disputes
40%
19 years
Divorce and Separation
15%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Location
Gjesvold Camp, PLLC
950 E. State Highway 114,, Suite 160, Southlake, TX, 76092
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Posted by Anna | March 20, 2020
Very helpful and kind with her time
I called Jennifer hoping she could help me with my issue. What I was asking her to help me with she was not able to do. She was still willing to talk to me for 45 minutes trying to help with some questions I had. I was very impressed with the fact that although she could not represent me, she still t...
Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Good lawyer who puts her all into fighting for her clients and it cost her a disciplinary action because of it.
I have had the privileged of having her represent me and watched her put her heart and soul in my case and me as a client. I have watched a very corrupt system and other lawyers and judges violate the rules disregard proper actions and persecute here for calling them out. She tries to respect other ...
Posted by Alyxis | September 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
The Fairy Godmother
Jennifer was more than what I had ever expected of a lawyer. She looked at my child custody case from every angle, broke it down for me, and we approached it with grace. Her guidance impacted my life tremendously! During this dark time, with Jennifer as my light, I came out stronger and wiser. ...
Posted by James | July 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer!!
Most amazing attorney I have ever met. I am a prior State Trooper, and have been around many Attorney’s. Jennifer is by far the most professional and dedicated attorney I have ever met. I am very thankful to have met her and have her as my attorney. ( HIGHLY RECOMMEND).
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great lawyer!
Amazing attorney! Extremely knowledgeable. I would rate 100 stars if possible. This lawyer has helped me out so much with family law! Thanks Jen!
Jennifer K. Gjesvold's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer helped me with a trial last week, and her assistance was invaluable in obtaining a directed verdict in our client's favor. She can think on her feet in court and has great insight into both juries and judges. I would recommend her to anyone."
"Fantastic lawyer. Very sharp litigator with a laser-like focus on the client's needs. We were opposed to each other in a highly disputed guardianship proceeding and she fought for her client, securing him the best deal possible."
"My firm worked with Jennifer as local counsel on a matter and we found her to be very knowledgable and an all around amazing attorney. It was great to have her on our side."
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"Jennifer Gjesvold is a talented and well respected family law attorney. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law, truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!"
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"Ms. Gjesvold works diligently for the best interest of her clients. She practices creative problem solving to complex matters and refuses to be intimidated by aggressive opposing counsels."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Gjesvold is extremely professional and takes a no-nonsense approach to her work. She is always willing to fight for the best result for her clients. Ms. Gjesvold is a very skilled, intelligent and personable attorney. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gjesvold is an outstanding Family law attorney with an exeptional reputation. She is a strong and zelaous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in TX, 2022
updated on 06/28/2023This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Partially Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2022
updated on 11/10/2022Partially Probated Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2019
updated on 11/10/2022Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Jennifer’s comment:
“Ms. Gjesvold agreed to take a public reprimand for calling an opposing attorney in contentious litigation a "brat", among other things. The comment was made because the opposing attorney, Lee Budner, had sued my client with my client's company without permission from my client which is illegal. While name calling is never OK, in this instant, it was earned.”
Honors
2020
National Criminal Defense Attorney, National Trial Academy
2020
Elite Advocate-Civil Litigation, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2019
Whos Who in America, Marquis Who's Who in America
2019
Litigator of the Year 2019, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2019
Top Attorney North America, Top Attorneys in North America
2019
Top Ten Attorney in Dallas, Top Ten Attorneys In Dallas
2019
Best Law Firm, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top 10% Civil Litigators in the United States, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 10% Lawyers in United States, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 10 Best Law Firms-Texas, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Best Attorney, Best Attorneys of America
2017
Top 10% Civil Litigators in United States, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Best Law Firm, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 10 Family Law Attorney Award Selected from 1% Nationwide, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2017
Pinnacle Professionalism Inductee in Worldwide Who's Who, Contential Who's Who WorldWide
2017
Top Attorney in North America, Top Attorneys of North America
2017
Top 10 Female Lawyers in Texas, American Institute of Family Lawyers
2017
Top Ten Attorneys in Texas, American Institute of Family Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Female Lawyers in Texas, American Institute of Family Lawyers
2016
Top Ten Attorneys in Texas, American Institute of Family Lawyers
2016
best attorney, Thumbtack
2015
Best Attorney, Thumbtrack
2000
Julia McCulloch Smith Outstanding Graduating Senior, Western Oregon University
1999
Champion for Children Annually Award, Children First of Oregon
1999
Klush Tum Tum Award, Western Oregon University
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Litigation Attorney, Gjesvold Law, P.L.L.C.
2010 - 2011
Trial Litigation Assistant, Office of the Attorney General, Trial Division
2010 - 2010
Trial Team, Baker Sterchi Cowden and Rice
2004 - 2010
Professional Athlete, Freedom Hill Farms, Inc.
2003 - 2005
Associate, Woodburn and Wedge
2002 - 2002
Judicial Clerk, Federal District Court, NDNY
2002 - 2003
Law Clerk, US Attorneys Office, NDNY
1999 - 1999
Research and Policy Analyst-Sentencing Guidelines, Oregon Criminal Justice Commission
1999 - 1999
Board Member, Oregon Governor's Advisory Board
1998 - 2001
Executive Director, The Coalition for Violence Prevention
Associations
2017 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationCourthouse and Library Appointed Committee Member
2017 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationAppointment to the Legal Ethics Committee
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationLitigation Section
2012 - 2013
Dallas County Bar AssociationTransition to Practice
2011 - 2017
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Romulus Group v. City of Dallas
Won and Remanded to Trial Court
R.H. v. Attorney General on behalf of Department of Adult and Family Services
Won at the State Supreme Court
Richon Development Corp. v. Nassar Shafipour, on appeal from jury trial, Westland
Won and Published
Case No: 13-11165 "Michael Torres v. Jeffrey Tre Krueger" 5th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals
Won
Laferve. v. Connextions, et. al. NDTX Federal Court
Favorable Settlement and Published
Mark Cohen and Jeff Carruth v. Jeffrey Tre Krueger and Michael Torres, No. D-1-GN-13-002248
Won and Published
In Re Krueger, No. 03-12-000838-CV, 2013 WL 2157765 (Tex. App. May 16, 2013)
Won and Published
United States of America v. Kiem Le; 4:12-cv-00100
Dismissed
Alavi, Karim, et. al. v. BAC Home Loans Servicing and Fannie Mae
Settled
In the Interest of W.G., A Child
Won appeal at the 2nd Circuit
Education
2022
Harvard University Extension School
Masters in Clinical Psychology
2022
Harvard University Extension School
Graduate Certificate in Social Justice
2004
Syracuse University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, top 1/3rd of class on honors scholarship
1999
Western Oregon University
BS - Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
1999
Western Oregon University
BS - Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2020
Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Litigation Strategies and Pitfalls
2017
Cybercrime and Security CLE
Continuing Legal Education Seminar
2000
Western Oregon University Graduation, 2000
Commencement Speaker
Publications
2016
Dallas Bar Association
A Civil Action
2015
www.jkglawfirm.com
Thinking about getting divorced in Texas?
2003
Criminal Justice and Behavior Journal, Vol. 30, No. 5, 602-619 (2003).
Harrassment as a Predictor of Burnout in Correctional Officers
1999
Western Oregon University Library
Private Remorse as a Predictor of Criminal and Rule-Breaking Behavior in Convicted Offenders
Languages
English
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What to do when Plaintiff's response to discovery is inadequate?
01 Sep 2019
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What motion should I file after final judgement in family court,if I am not satisfied with the judge decision?
31 Aug 2019
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What if the attorney refuses to withdraw from representing you and you have made several demands(email, certified mail) ?
31 Aug 2019