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Posted by James | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Phenomenal attorney!

JL was extremely attentive to my case and needs. She went about and beyond to make sure my case went as smooth as it could. She responded quickly to all communions and would take the time to explain any questions I may have had. I highly recommend her firm.

Jennifer Carpenter

Replied last May 23, 2018

Thank you for trusting us, James. It was a real pleasure to work for you.

Posted by Karianne | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Amazing

Words cannot describe JL. She is brilliant and truly knows the law inside and out. She fights for justice with all she’s got. My brother was accused of abusing his astranged daughter. He was completely innocent. After much research my sister, my brother, and I decided that we should hire JL. JL... was in constant contact with us. She made sure that my brother was always updated and ready for court. She was extremely hands on. She believed in my brother’s inocence and I’m sure that she defended him just as she would her own family. JL is truly an angle of justice. I just wish I could find stronger words to describe my gratitude and respect. Hire JL. She will go the distance for you. She takes every case personally. It is clear that she has dedicated her life to justice. Thank you JL, you’re truly making the world a better place.

Jennifer Carpenter

Replied last May 23, 2018

Thank you for those words, Karianne. Thank you for trusting us with your brother's life and hanging in there with us through the ups and the downs of the entire journey.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Awesome job!!

What can I say but Hallelujah!!! I am so thankful that JL represented my son! She made sure that we did not settle until all the facts were presented. Sure enough his case was dismissed because there wasn’t just cause. We are extremely impressed with her professionalism and the manner in which she ...handled his case. Couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome!! She is awesome!!!!

Jennifer Carpenter

Replied last April 06, 2018

Thank you for trusting us and for the opportunity to work for your family. Wishing your son the best in his future!

Posted by Brian A | March 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Best in Houston

After being stuck in the Harris County court system by an ex-girlfriend and an over-zealous prosecution team, with little more than a brief visit together and one appearance in court with her, JL had the charges dismissed and I was finally a free man. After a verbal altercation with an ex-girlfrie...nd back in June 2017, I used an up an coming lawyer whom was referred to me by my divorce attorney. With limited experience, very few strong relationships and lack of confidence in the courtroom, I finally agreed to deferred adjudication for criminal trespassing in mid-October 2017. I was placed on 18 months probation. If this was not enough, my ex-girlfriend then took a huge step further and won a case for a restraining order. I used a family law attorney referred to me by my previous criminal attorney for the trespassing case. After a few hours in family court, we lost that one as well. Only two weeks after her criminal trespassing win in which she sobbed uncontrollably and stated she feared for her life, my ex-girlfriend went searching for me on Halloween night in 2017 and subsequently found me at an area bar where I had gone to participate in a costume contest. She immediately pointed me out to two men she walked in with but proceeded to the bar only a few stools away anyway. After acknowledging her, I approached her and asked her to leave. When she did not respond and ordered a beer instead, I told her to leave. I repeated this with profanity several times until I threatened violence if she did not leave. The bar staff asked us both to leave and each of us did. I found out the next morning that she had video-taped the entire interaction and shared it with the police earlier that night. After 3 and a half months of not seeing or hearing from her, I thought I had finally gotten her to leave me alone. Until one Friday night I got a text from my previous criminal lawyer saying there would be a warrant for my arrest by Monday and I should be prepared to post bond before I get arrested. I was charged with terroristic threat on Monday, posted bond on Tuesday and was then set for court the very next day. When I arrived, I was immediately arrested on a new charge of probation violation with a $50,000 bond. I bonded out and was again set for court on the two new charges the morning after my release. Reluctant to show up in criminal court with my previous lawyer, I appeared at arraignment without him. The judge recognized me from my appearance in her courtroom the day before and stated "Oh, you are a re-run. Why are you back here without a lawyer?" Explaining I was just released the night before, she barked, "I don't care where you came from. I just asked why you don't have a lawyer." Clearly in her usual temperament I simply asked to be given more time and I was given 2 weeks to find a lawyer. After multiple interviews, I had no problem deciding to hire JL. She had the professional experience, the necessary relationships and the confidence required to work in Harris County's hostile courts. After a 30 minute interview, JL presented two plans (Plan A and a Plan B). Plan A was to attempt to get the charges dismissed as it was clear to her that my ex-girlfriend had provoked the whole incident. Court was set for the next week. JL made sure I had arrived in time for docket call and then marched into the court a half hour later announcing to me, the ADA and eventually the judge the charges need to be dismissed and it is her client that is being harassed. The judge didn't give it a second thought and dismissed both charges. JL is the Best in Houston. I have complete confidence in her ability to defend all area Houstonians.

Jennifer Carpenter

Replied last March 19, 2018

Thank you, Brian! It was a pleasure having you as a client. We wish you the best for your future!

Posted by Mike | March 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Simply the BEST

J.L Carpenter is by far the most impressive lawyer I have ever dealt with. She knows the law, in consistent, and fights for you every day. I was referred to her from a friend and from the moment I had a consultation with her I knew she was the right choice. She was always there at court in a timely f...ashion and got my case dismissed. She fought hard for me and I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to have a strong hardworking lawyer. Crystal at J.L’s Office always kept me informed and was always eager to help. THANKS FOR EVERYTHING J.L AND CRYSTAL!!

Jennifer Carpenter

Replied last March 09, 2018

Thank you, Mike. It was a pleasure working for you. We wish you the best in your future endeavors!

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