John Jay Negley Jr

John Jay Negley Jr

4.5
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Ventura, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Domestic Violence

2020 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA

About John

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

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No misconduct found

Location

Negley Law, APC

2020 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA, 93003

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John Jay Negley Jr's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2026 | Family

Lack of professionalism

I am a military veteran and a devoted parent with significant family caregiving responsibilities. I had an extremely disappointing experience with this firm, primarily due to their approach to communication and conflict resolution. Based on our correspondence, the child’s best interests did not appea...r to be the guiding principle. What was presented as a “request” was delivered in an unnecessarily aggressive and threatening manner, including premature references to sanctions and legal consequences before basic information had even been shared. Rather than facilitating cooperation, the tone appeared designed to intimidate and escalate conflict. This approach does little to support or encourage healthy co-parenting. There was a clear lack of transparency, with assertions made without supporting detail. When a co-parent asks reasonable follow-up questions or seeks clarification, that should not be reframed as noncooperation by a third party. Most concerning was the absence of empathy or professionalism during a period of known personal hardship. Instead of exercising discretion, the firm chose escalation over communication. While that approach may increase conflict, it does not promote resolution, trust, or good-faith engagement. Family law matters require care, accuracy, and restraint. Unfortunately, this firm’s conduct reflected none of those qualities in my experience. I would strongly encourage others to carefully consider whether an adversarial, pressure-first approach is truly in their best interest.

John Negley

Replied last February 03, 2026

To be very clear, you WERE NEVER our client. In fact, we represented your ex and therefore, it is no surprise that you are unhappy with our office as we have provided zealous representation to your ex who is very happy indeed. With that being said, we wish you well and thank you for your service to our country.

Posted by Ulysses | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Professional and Highly Experienced !!

I am deeply grateful for John Negley and his team's exceptional legal representation. Facing a challenging case with a new and inexperienced mediator initially leaning against me, John's expertise and strategic approach turned the situation around. John and his team navigated complexities with com...pelling arguments, ensuring my voice was heard. Their professionalism and responsiveness, coupled with skilled paralegals, made the legal process seamless. Thanks to their efforts, the judge overturned the mediator's recommendation, allowing my daughter to live with me. This outcome is life-changing, and I highly recommend John Negley for his dedication, skills, and compassion in family law.

Posted by Desiree | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceeded my expectations

I highly recommend Negley Law for any family law case. John Negley, my attorney, impressed me from the beginning with his professionalism, straight-forwardness and honesty by not promising me the moon. My case had a long history and a lot of moving parts but John and his team are experts in the law ...and fight hard for you. The firm works together and they all lend their expertise to assist your case. Despite being overwhelmed and afraid, I was always treated with the utmost respect and compassion. If you are looking for a Family Law attorney who is no-nonsense, ethical, competent and will give you their all, then Negley Law is the firm for you.

John Negley

Replied last March 26, 2021

Thank you Desiree for taking the time to leave us this five-star review! Wishing you all the best.

Posted by Ashley | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly Recommend

Words cannot truly express my appreciation for the team at Negley Law. I was faced with a difficult and overwhelming family law matter and did not even know where to begin. Mr. John Negley confidently laid out a clear strategy for my case. He is incredibly experienced and knowledgeable, but what real...ly stood out to me was his tenacity. John has the will to win and will go the extra mile to obtain the best result for his client, and he truly cares. I appreciated how organized he and his staff were and how quickly they would respond to my inquiries. They communicated with me each step of the way and never left me in the dark. All of his office staff were a pleasure to work with and the whole team made this uncomfortable process almost painless. I highly recommend Mr. Negley and his team at Negley Law. They will fight for you. Words alone do not express my gratitude to the expert ending of this nightmare. My family will always be grateful.

John Negley

Replied last March 26, 2021

We too are very pleased with the outcome of your case and it was a privilege to work with you. Thank you for entrusting us with your legal matter.

Posted by Irene | April 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

You won’t be disappointed!

John Negley is one bad ass Lawyer,amazing at what he does!He has helped me in the past when my children were little.He brought hope and justice!At the time he worked for a different law firm.I am extremely proud to know now that he has his own law firm.I referred my sister to him..I am for ever great... full that he brought justice for my sister and her young children.Now she has custody,the father of her children had ran off with them.You helped my sister find light when she had no hope.If there were more than 5 stars you would be way at the top.God bless you John!I highly recommend John Negley!

John Negley

Replied last April 24, 2020

Thank you for the very kind review Irene! I am glad we were able to provide you and your sister with "Zealous Representation."

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John Jay Negley Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Aisen

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I recently started as an associate attorney with John's firm, Negley Law, APC. John has a high level of integrity, is extremely knowledgeable in the area of family law, and demonstrates a sincere commitment to clients."

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William Winfield

Family lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him on different projects and have seen his work. He provides quality work at a good value for the fees he charges."

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Steven Kampf

Unknown lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on a number of cases with John. He is a true professional and a great family law attorney. He strongly advocates for his clients while also managing the case appropriately. I would recommend John to anyone looking for help with a family law matter."

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Richard Ross

Family lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arezou Diarian

Family lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Negley was a pleasure to work with during a very difficult matter. He is a highly skilled family law attorney, particularly resourceful and effective in extremely difficult situations."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jarrod Wilfert

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Negley is an excellent attorney who is appropriately viewed as a top family law attorney in the Ventura County area. I highly endorse his skills as a litigator in this realm."

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Carla Hartley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Negley is professional, prepared, and has a knowledge of the law which he uses to get good results for his clients whether in settlement talks or in litigation proceedings."

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John Castellano

Family lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Land

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Negley was a very congenial attorney to work with on a spousal support matter. I appreciate his candor and I would recommend him to anyone."

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Angela Curtis

Family lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John is an Honest Attorney with a strong sense of FAMILY. He is an honorable man who will thoroughly think through potential pitfalls & he comes up with creative solutions that are best for the children. I always look forward to cases when he is opposing counsel because I know that we will jointly come to a resolution that is in the best interests of the children in the case without racking up obnoxious fees for our clients. We get the clients through the legal system without trying to create problems for you like some attorneys do."

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Michael Grennier

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a wonderful attorney. He is passionate about his work and compassionate for his clients. He is a true advocate and works hard on each and every case to protect the rights of fhis clients. I highly recommend his firm."

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Joshua Burt

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a very well regarded family law practitioner in the area. He is diligent, caring and, above all else, very knowledgeable in family law. I endorse John strongly."

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Loren Zahn

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A quality attorney, committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale Hubbell

2017

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2016

Best Lawyer, American Lawyer Media

2015

Best Lawyer, American Lawyer Media

2014

Admitee - Ventura Chapter, ProVisors

2013

Best Lawyer, American Lawyer Media

2005

Valedictorian of 2005, Southern California Institute of Law

2005

Top Score Family Law, SCIL

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, Negley Law, APC

2006 - 2007

Staff Attorney, Gregory Pyfrom & Associates

Associations

2007 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2010

Ventura County Barristers

Member

2006 - 2008

Jerome H. Berenson American Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

IRMO Abarzua SD 038428

Primary custody to father

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Education

2005

Southern California Institute of Law - Ventura

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Loma Linda University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Ventura College Domestic Violence Awareness Week

Domestic Violence

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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