Jacob W. Dannen

Jacob W. Dannen

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 7 years

Family Lawyer at Bastrop, TX
Practice Areas: Family

812 Chestnut St, Unit B, Bastrop, TX

About Jacob

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 7 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2018

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Key Law Office

812 Chestnut St, Unit B, Bastrop, TX, 78602

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Jacob W. Dannen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

85 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 28 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend!

I can't speak highly enough of Jacob Dannen and his team. They helped me get through an extremely difficult divorce. Mr. Dannen is a very honest, knowledgeable, and compassionate person. He and his team kept me well informed of everything that was going on and answered all my questions in a timely ma...nner. I couldn't have made it through this without him.

Posted by Alexis | February 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

AMAZING Family Law Attorney

I can’t say enough great things about my experience with Jacob Dannen at Key Law Firm during my divorce. From the very first consultation, Jacob was professional, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. Divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through, but Jacob made the ...entire process feel manageable and strategic instead of overwhelming. What truly sets Jacob Dannen apart is his combination of sharp legal expertise and genuine care for his clients. He took the time to clearly explain every step, answer all of my questions (no matter how small), and make sure I felt confident in every decision we made. His attention to detail and preparation were evident in every interaction and especially in negotiations. The team at Key Law Firm was also outstanding — responsive, organized, and supportive throughout the entire process. Communication was always prompt, and I never felt left in the dark about what was happening with my case. Most importantly, Jacob fought for my best interests while maintaining professionalism and integrity. His strategic approach helped secure a fair outcome, and I truly believe I would not have achieved the same result without his guidance and advocacy. If you are facing a divorce and need an attorney who is knowledgeable, responsive, compassionate, and truly dedicated to his clients, I highly recommend Jacob Dannen at Key Law Firm. He turned an incredibly difficult chapter of my life into something I could move forward from with confidence and peace of mind.

Posted by Orlando | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Jacob and his team helped me through the whole divorce process and kept me in the loop the whole time.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Lawyer

Mr. Dannen represented me during my divorce. He made the process super easy and made sure I had a clear understanding of the entire process. His office staff are also very professional , and informative. I highly recommend Mr. Dannen.

Posted by Jacob | December 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

One great Family Law Attorney

Was definitely not looking forward to hiring an attorney, was told to get with Jacob and i am glad I did. Communication was excellent and he handled my case with ease. Divorce was not something I thought would be quick and painless but with his help this whole process was fast and painless. Divorce w...as finalized in the shortest amount of time possible.

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Jacob W. Dannen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Van Gilder

Family lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several highly contested family law hearings with Mr. Dannen that have lasted several days each time. Jacob was well prepared and represented his clients very well. My dealings with him as a co-professional in the area and community are very good. He responds quickly to requests and doesn't play games as he looks for what is in the best interests of his clients. I would hire him if I needed a family law attorney. Jacob is also very involved with the local Bar Association."

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Bryan Eggleston

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Dannen is an exceptional attorney that works diligently for his clients. He strongly advocates for his clients while maintaining a level of professionalism that is greatly appreciated. His clients are in good hands"

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Attorney, Key Law Office

2020 - 2021

Associate Attorney, Evans Family Law Group

2018 - 2020

Associate Attorney, Hinson Singla, PLLC

Associations

2022 - Present

Hays County Bar Association

Member

2022 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

2020 - Present

Bastrop County Bar Association

Member

2020 - Present

Austin Bar Association

Member

2020 - Present

Austin Young Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - 2020

Houston Bar Association

Member

Education

2016

University of St. Thomas - Minnesota

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

University of Northern Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

German

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