Jessica Bernstein

Jessica Bernstein

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

404 W 13th St, Austin, TX

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jessica Bernstein

404 W 13th St, Austin, TX, 78701

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Jessica Bernstein's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Bob | May 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Founder Plate Temkin Brokerage

Jessica handled my sons very complicated criminal case. She did an excellent job with great communications to me at all times. The case went on for over a year and she was always available to me via phone text. I highly recommend her as a Criminal defense attorney. RTPLATE

Posted by Johnathan | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolutely Incredible & Am Forever Grateful!

I cannot say enough about Jessica and the absolutely incredible work she does! I was recently faced with a quite complex legal situation and was going to be lucky to resolve it all and be out of jail within 60-90 days, however, a mere 10 days later Jessica helped get me home! She is the most punctual..., dedicated, caring attorney I have ever retained. I arrived at jail and, less than two hours later, before they even had me completely booked in, Jessica was there meeting with me! Then, unexpectedly, she showed up at the jail a second time late SUNDAY evening to help obtain my release and to update me on everything going on! I've NEVER met an attorney that makes jail visits on Sunday evenings and that showed me all I needed to see regarding Jessica and her care and commitment to her client(s)/me. I HIGHLY recommend Mrs. Bernstein and will be forever grateful for all she has done to help me with my situation. Thank you Jessica! You rock!

Posted by Nathan | April 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I'd hire Jessica Bernstein again a thousand times.

Jessica is an actual life saver. She went well above and far beyond the level of service I expected or that anyone probably deserves. She was very honest with me about the probabilities and realistic outcomes of my case. Her fees were more than fair, and she accepted payments even an Austin musician ...could manage. She craftily negotiated my case to an enormous victory for which I'll never be able to thank her enough. I'll, hopefully, never need a criminal defense lawyer again, but if I do, I'd hire Jessica Bernstein again a thousand times. If you or someone you know ever needs one, she is that one. She is, hands down, the best around.

Posted by David | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I had no hope and she saved my life

When a friend introduced me to Jessica, within several hours she was at the jail going over my case with me, and she wanted to know everything about me from birth. She was very positive from the beginning, and she also recommended that I do 9 things. She said that she wanted to get it down to a misde...meanor. In 7 months I did that, and she was even more excited about how hard I worked. And without her, it would not have been a misdemeanor and 1 year probation. In the beginning I had no hope, and now everything is positive for me. If I need any more help, she is there for me!

Posted by Robyn | September 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The GREATEST Lawyer in Austin

Jessica is absolutely amazing! I put my trust in her and she exceeded my expectations!! I recommend her above all others!! Jessica is highly educated, has great experience and awesome communication. If you need help, she's the one you can trust and rely on! Thank you so much, Jessica, for all... you've done for me!

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Jessica Bernstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Aragon

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Bernstein works tirelessly to provide tough and sincere representation to her clients."

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Jeremiah Walters

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jessica since I began my law career and she has always shown to be the epitome of professionalism. Recently, I have had the chance to join forces with her on a difficult case and could not think of a better partner to get the job done. I absolutely endorse this lawyer as she is a credit to our community."

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Tim Watson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is a knowledgeable and passionate attorney, and her advice to me has been invaluable in my practice. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Ainsworth

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Jessica for several years and worked with her more than once. What really stands out about Jessica is her relentless preparation. She keeps her tools sharp. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Batrice Law Firm

2011 - 2011

Intern, Travis County District Attorney's Office

2011 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Law Office Of Jamie Balagia

2010 - 2010

Law clerk, U.S. Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Intern, Houston Police Department Crime Lab Review Panel

Associations

Travis County Women Lawyers Association

Texas Young Lawyers Association

2009 - 2010

American Journal of Criminal Law

Manuscript Editor

Education

2011

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Texas System, Austin

Bachelor's

Languages

English

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