Jessica Casenave Skinner

Jessica Casenave Skinner

2.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Angelo, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

417 Montecito, San Angelo, TX

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Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Family 50%

16 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 15 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Skinner Law Firm, P.C.

417 Montecito, San Angelo, TX, 76903

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Jessica Casenave Skinner's Reviews

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2.9 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Hired to help and still no reponse

I hired Jessica to assist me with my child support order. My withholding order was based on an amount when I had a different job. After months of working with Jessica she got it lowered only for 2 months, no order was ever filed with district court on her behalf. I have tried to call her office sever...al times and tried to contact her by email only to get NOTHING! All I want is services I paid for. I contacted Texas OAG and nothing was ever notated received by her office.

Posted by Jason | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

The Best Attorney in San Angelo

Ms. Skinner has absolutely been the best family attorney I have had represent me. I had four lawyers who previously represented me on the same case, and she has been the only one who FOUGHT to hold her ground and keep both my interests and more importantly my children's interests her priority. S...he understands the law, researches, prepares with a purpose, COMMUNICATES with her client, and is tenacious in the court room. Her team is top-notch and I would argue is the best in San Angelo. If you are looking for an attorney who fights for your rights and the well being of your children, do not waste your time with the other "family" lawyers in San Angelo who are more interested in your money than your case. The Skinner Law Firm should be your first choice.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Unethical Attorney

I hired Ms. Skinner to represent me in a divorce/child custody case. My ex and I already had an agreement in place but I made the mistake of hiring Skinner. She sent over an agreement to opposing counsel which I had no knowledge of. She included things I did not agree to. Opposing counsel would not a...gree to the terms and court was held up for 13 months. My ex and I couldn't figure out what the hold up was until the ex told me about what Skinner sent over. On top of that, I repeatedly told Skinner's office the ex and I reached an agreement, we just needed to sign. Skinner did nothing. The ex's attorney's office was waiting on Skinner because their Rule 11 stated Skinner would work to reach agreement. Skinner was about to postpone the hearing again (it took 13 months to get hearing, remember) but my ex sent me the paperwork that we both signed and I sent it to Skinner and opposing counsel. That was the biggest waste of $2500. She unethically sent over an agreement SHE wanted to send, stalking the divorce. She has HER interest in mind, not the clients.

Jessica Skinner

Replied last February 08, 2018

We strive to provide all our clients with outstanding service and prevent any unnecessary delays. We apologize if our service did not meet your expectations. It is against our policy to draft any agreements without our clients' prior approval because only a client can agree to any settlement. To better understand the situation and fix any gaps in our representation, we would appreciate a call from you to discuss your case.

Posted by Jeremy | April 04, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful Lawyer!!

Ms. Skinner took my case when it was just a messy divorce and continued on to my custody battle. She listened to me when no one else would, and performed the impossible....got me divorced and got me my kids. She is knowledgeable, honest and has her client's best interest at heart. She gives 100% ...and gets the job done. Unlike most attorneys, she doesn't let the financial aspect of the case dictate the level of her involvement and effort. She is thorough and tough, but also genuine and kind. I highly recommend Ms. Skinner for any legal needs. I am so grateful to have found her!

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Jessica Casenave Skinner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lucinda Vickers

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have participated in a number of professional conferences with Jessica Skinner, and I find her to be smart, hardworking and professional. I highly recommend her."

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Alexis Kern

Family lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I was a Co-presenter at a conference with Jessica, and was impressed by her enthusiasm for the practice of law. She is straightforward, intelligent, diligent, and has an excellent grasp of the issues that can arise in divorce and child custody cases. I would feel very confident placing my family legal matter in her very competent and knowledgeable hands."

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Samantha Frazier

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is an excellent attorney that is passionate about providing exceptional legal services to her clients. She goes above and beyond the call of duty for her clientele."

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Kimberly Pinkerton

Family lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would highly recommend Jessica to anyone looking for a great family law attorney. She is well respected in the legal community as well as with her clients. She goes above and beyond to get her clients what they are entitled to."

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Alicia Hall

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable and competent. I highly recommend her."

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Michelle Latray

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her evaluations of issues in our online discussion groups are clear and concise."

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Angela Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steve Fischer

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I see Jessica on several of the attorney online groups where she both broadens her knowledge and assists other attorneys. I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Prickett

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patricia Cooke

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Skinner possesses great knowledge of family law and is of great help in solving complex issues."

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Robert von Dohlen

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly active and well-respected in the legal community. She is a strong advocate for her clients. Jessica understands both the legal/ court system and the difficulties families face when dealing with Family Law issues."

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Christina Hollwarth

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jessica because she is passionate about seeking the best answers to her clients' unique concerns - personalized care is critical in any family law case."

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Todd Simons

Unknown lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristin Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is a bright young attorney who is a capable and skilled advocate. I would recommend her without question."

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Maria Lowry

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fran Brochstein

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If I had a friend or relative with a family law problem in the San Angelo area, I would contact this attorney for her advice."

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Kristin Postell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is an extremely passionate and hard-working attorney. I have recommended her in the past and will continue to refer clients to her in the future."

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Vicki Venza

Family lawyer

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Samantha Frazier

Family lawyer

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Kristin Brown

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristin Postell

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

College of the State Bar of Texas Membership, College of the State Bar of Texas

2014

College of the State Bar of Texas, College of the State Bar of Texas Membership

2008

Order of the Barristers, Baylor Law School

2008

Dawson & Sodd Moot Court Competition Top 10 speaker, Baylor Law School

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Skinner Law Firm, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Practice Court Associate, Baylor Law School

Associations

2016 - Present

Inspiration Through Intergration, Inc.

Founding Member

2013 - Present

Tom Green County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Tom Green County Young Lawyers Association

Past President

2010 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Associate Director

2014 - 2015

Children's Advocacy Center of Tom Green County, Texas

Board of Directors

2011 - 2013

Lubbock County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2013

Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Markwell

Not Guilty

State v. Smith

Continued on probation, declined to finally convict Defendant, and then ordered Defendant to participate in the Supportive Outpatient Program again.

Modification of Child Custody Midland County

Changed primary conservatorship to client from other parent

State v. Matzek

Pre-Trial Intervention

Modification Child Custody Tom Green County

Change of primary conservatorship from Mother to Father

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Education

2010

Baylor University

Speaking Engagements

2016

Lawyer Forward Conference Fun With Discovery

Publications

2016

Skinner Law Firm San Angelo Law Blog

Activity

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