also known as COILLAW LLC, The Law Office of Jill L. Coil
Jill L. Coil was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. She graduated with honors from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her Juris Doctorate in Houston Texas at Texas Southern University. She is dually licensed in both Texas and Utah where she has focused her practice on Family Law. Jill founded Coillaw in December of 2014 with the goal of empathizing, protecting, and advocating for families through legal representation. She has received many awards in Utah for her on-going work in family law cases and her avocation for her clients. Jill also has a tech start up called bringing affordable quality online divorce technology to the public without the need to hire an attorney. She also recently launched a female led Personal Injury firm, Moxie Law Group. She is actively engaged in her community through charitable work through The Coil foundation which she started with her husband. She also volunteers her time as a board member on the Indian Hills Middle School Community Council. She is a mother of four amazing children and when possible loves to travel the world.
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Posted by KLynn | July 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
The worst decision of my life was not marrying a diagnosed sociopath, pathological liar, felon and thief, it was hiring Jill Coil to defend me from him. She utterly destroyed my case and my financial life. I will never be able to recover from the damage she and her assistant have done to my case....
Posted by Daniela | May 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I came to Jill over two years ago in despair, fear, and sadness during the most vulnerable part of my life. The moment I talked to Jill she made me feel heard, cared for, and protected. Let me tell you that I talked to four more attorneys and no one made me feel as cared for and heard despite my fin...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
When I first met with Jill, my marriage had taken a scary turn. I had no idea what to do. All I knew was that I needed a lawyer, and I needed a good one. After getting two separate recommendations for Jill, I went to her with my case and never looked back. From the beginning, Jill understood my situa...
Posted by David | November 9, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Jill was amazing!! I hired her because I heard from other friends who had used her that she was a bulldog, knows her stuff, and really has your back! All of this is 100% true! Jill and her awesome team were super communicative and I always felt confident with her fighting my battle. I came away with ...
Posted by Susan | November 9, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Jill has worked with me both on my divorce and in another matter in the courtroom. She has always been a wonderful advocate for me in expressing my wishes and fighting on my behalf. I have been so thankful for her knowledge and her great talents as a lawyer, as well as her kindness to me. I would ...
"Jill is a powerhouse. She is highly respected and very experienced family law attorney in Utah. I highly recommend her for divorce and related family law issues."
"I worked with Jill on a number of cases. She is knowledgeable, experienced, and has a strong rapport with judges and commissioners which make her a valuable source for anyone contemplating divorce or having custody issues. I consider her a mentor and friend and look forward to working with her in the future."
"Jill is a phenomenal attorney. Jill is knowledgeable and aggressive, but also fair and reasonable. I endorse this attorney."
"Jill has a wealth of experience and the passion to put it to work for her clients. She is a strong advocate for her clients and takes a personal interest in the outcome of each case. She has gained the recognition and respect of the judges and commissioners that she practices in front of. Anyone would be well served by having Jill represent them."
"JIll is a great lawyer, with a great background in family law and father's rights. I have gone to her to talk issues through and referred many people to her. The legal community is better for having her as part of it."
"Jill is an intelligent, experienced, hard-working attorney. She is a strong advocate for her clients that knows the law and has credibility with the Judges and Commissioners. Jill's experience in Divorce has provided her the foundation for an exceptional practice, especially for high asset cases."
"Jill is an intelligent and experienced attorney. She genuinely cares for her clients and works hard to protect their interests. Jill learns about her clients and takes the time to thoroughly prepare for any court appearances. She is well respected by her colleagues and works with the opposing counsel to reach the best settlements."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Jill on a number of cases and she is an excellent advocate for her clients and is very reasonable and accommodating, always trying to work out the best possible solutions to the issues in a case."
"Jill is a phenomenal attorney. Her passionate and intelligent representation of her each of her clients is remarkable. Jill is well respected in the legal community. It has been a pleasure working with her on a number of matters."
"I have known Jill for some time now. I have worked against her, and I can attest that she is an aggressive, thorough attorney. She is always prepared and she holds her own in front of a judge. She represents her clients very well, no matter the circumstances. I endorse her."
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2021
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2021
Rising Star, Mountain States Super Lawyers
2021
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2020
Rising Star, Mountain States Super Lawyers
2020
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2019
Mountain States Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2018
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2018
Mountain States Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Recipient of Expert Network Recognition, Expert Network
2017
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel
2017
Distinguished Alumni Award, Snow College
2017
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2017
Top 10 Law Firm, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Who's Who 2016, Who's Who Legal
2016
Top 10 Best 2016 Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
BBB Accreditation, Better Bussiness Bureau
2016
2016 Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2015
Top 10 Best 2015 Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2006
ABA National Finalist, American Bar Association
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Office of JIll L. Coil
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Jones Waldo Holbrook & McDonough, PC
2011 - 2013
Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Jolley & Jolley
2010 - 2010
Attorney, Criminal Defense Firm
2016 - Present
Woman Lawyers Association of UtahMember
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Utah State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Texas Family Law FoundationMember
Supreme Court Affirmed all Issues
Mother (Coillaw's Client) prevailed in Lower Court and Appellate Court Affirmed
2007
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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No One Dies from Divorce
2020
Gardner v. Gardner
2019
Gaining Great Reviews from Client
2018
Know your rights - Q&A
2018
Woman in Law
2017
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