Jennifer Denise Ward

Jennifer Denise Ward

also known as Jennifer D. Ward, Jennifer Ward

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Business, Limited Liability Company (LLC) ... +2 more

2499 S. Capital of TX Hwy, Ste. B-203, Austin, TX

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 30%

Discrimination, Employee handbooks, Employment contracts, Employment disputes, Non-compete agreements, Non-disclosure agreement, Separation agreements, Severance agreements, Unemployment compensation, Wage and hour disputes, Wrongful termination.

15 years

30%
Business 20%

Business formation, Trademark registration, Compliance issues, Contract disputes, Drafting and negotiating business contracts, General counsel to businesses and non-profits, Non-profit formation.

11 years

20%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Contract drafting, Contract disputes, Compliance, General counsel

11 years

20%
Limited Liability Company (LLC) 20%

Business formation, Compliance issues, Contracts, General counsel

11 years

20%
Trademark Application 10%

Trademark registration, Trademark consulting, Compliance, General counsel

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 11 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2014

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jennifer D Ward

2499 S. Capital of TX Hwy, Ste. B-203, Austin, TX, 78746

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Jennifer Denise Ward's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

5 star (29) 4 star (2)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Loved Jennifer!

I consulted with Jennifer and she was very helpful and honest. Although it was not necessary to retain her services, I still felt like she took her time explaining all I needed to know in laymen terms and answering any questions I had. I would recommend her! She is super cool too and answers her own ...emails!

Posted by Ryan | May 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Good counsel

Ms Ward and team were helpful and responsive. They provided good counsel. I would recommend them to others.

Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Jennifer is, by far, the best lawyer I've worked with. I'm so lucky to have found her.

Jennifer is the kind of professional you want on your side. She's thoughtful, rigorous, and astute. She's an important part of my professional team and I honestly don't know what I would do without her sound mind and clear, consistent, thoughtful approach. On more than one occasion, she has helpe...d me create a logical, reasonable game plan in some of the most challenging situations of my career. A few years ago, when I was dealing with negotiating on behalf of my business in a legal matter, she helped me quickly come up with plans (including contingencies) that felt rock solid. I went from feeling anxiety and panic about what would happen next to knowing how we'd move forward regardless of the other party's decisions. She told me what was likely to happen. I followed her advice and she was 100% right. (At the time, it felt like she was clairvoyant, but she's just that experienced and knowledgable.) I never thought working with a lawyer would feel or be like this, but she's worth every dollar. I have come to her with some challenging situations and I've always left feeling prepared, educated, and heard, and I've always left with a winning strategy.

Jennifer Ward

Replied last April 25, 2022

Thank you for your incredibly kind words! We are glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Seamless

Transferred my business to Texas, Jen and team make everything go smooth. Guided it right along without any hiccups. Highly recommend.

Posted by Dan | January 6, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Review of Ms. Ward's consulting services

I have hired Ms. Ward for consulting on employment related issues. She is extremely knowledgeable, bright, innovative, and empathetic. I have accepted her sound advice.

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Jennifer Denise Ward's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacqueline Rixen

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jennifer is a terrific employment lawyer. She knows the law, and is able to explain it. Her advice is always measured to the situation and not "one size fits all.""

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Karl Shackelford

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledgeable, conscientious and professional."

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Rishi Gupta

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jennifer's counsel was invaluable. She helped get our start-up off the ground, and saved us from tripping on some serious landmines. Highly recommend!"

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D'vorah Ben-Moshe

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is an excellent attorney and individual. We served together on the board of the Austin Small and Solo group at the Austin Bar Association for 3 years. I was always impressed with Jennifer’s ability to navigate the dynamics of the group and be an excellent treasurer of the board. When I became chair, she agreed to stay on the board another year. Jennifer is smart, hard working, kind and very good with people. In fact, I recently asked for her advice on a business matter and she gave me solid and thoughtful ideas for my situation. Jennifer is the type of lawyer and human being we all strive to emulate. I am grateful to know Jennifer Ward."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Top Attorney, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Top Employment Lawyers in Austin, Expertise

2020

Honorary Member, Texas Bar College

2020

Austin Top Attorney in Business Law, Austin Monthly Magazine

2019

Honorary Member, Texas Bar College

2018

Honorary Member, Texas Bar College

2017

Leadership Academy, Austin Bar Association

2017

Heroes Volunteering Award, Eanes Independent School District

2017

Honorary Member, Texas Bar College

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Honorary Member, Texas Bar College

2015

Honorary Member, Texas Bar College

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal Attorney, Law Office of Jennifer D. Ward

2013 - 2013

Medical Malpractice Defense Contractor, Independent Litigation Consulting

2010 - 2012

Litigation Associate, Porter Scott Attorneys

Associations

2020 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Business Law Section

Member

2020 - Present

Dell Children's Trust Grant Committee

Member

2018 - Present

Society of Women Entrepreneurs

Member

2017 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Women and Law Section

Member

2017 - Present

Westlake Chamber of Commerce

Member

2016 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Corporate Counsel Section

Member

2016 - Present

South Austin Business Association

Member

2016 - Present

Austin Bar Association, Labor & Employment Law Section

Member

2015 - Present

Travis County Women Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Mother Attorney Mentoring Association of Austin

Member

2014 - Present

Austin Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2019 - 2020

Travis County Women Lawyers Association

Treasurer

2018 - 2020

State Bar of Texas, Technology Section

Member

2017 - 2017

Austin Bar Association, Entertainment & Sports Law Section

Member

2017 - 2017

Austin Bar Association/ AYLA Leadership Academy Artfest

Chairperson

2015 - 2018

Austin Bar Solos and Small Firm Section

Treasurer

Education

2010

University of California, Davis School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Master's of Music

2001

Rice University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Tools for Success Lunch & Learn Contract Basics for New Businesses

2020

Tools for Success Lunch & Learn Hiring Your First Employee

2020

Business Builder Lunch Employment Law Q&A

2019

Travis County Women Lawyers Association General Membership Meeting Vocabulary Words Every Lawyer Should Know: A Panel Discussion

2019

Tools for Success Lunch & Learn Employment Agreements to Fit Every Need

2019

Tools for Success Lunch & Learn Trade Secret Protections for Small Businesses

2019

Tools for Success Lunch & Learn Contract Basics for New Businesses

2019

Tools for Success Lunch & Learn Hiring Your First Employee

2018

Labor & Employment Section CLE The Workplace Investigation Gone Wrong

2018

Austin Human Resource Management Association Legal Considerations in Hiring and Onboarding

2017

TSSA Big Ideas in Storage Conference 2017 Social Media in the Workplace

2016

Protect Your Rights - Know the Law Business Law: Starting and Operating a Small Business

Languages

English

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