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

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Biography

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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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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 11 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

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 Jesica | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Ms.

Negley law has been a wonderful law firm that has helped me through a very difficult case. I would definitely recommend them

John Negley

Replied last March 26, 2021

Thank you for your review Jesica and it was a pleasure to assist you with your legal matter.

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

Wonderful!

I first came to John Negley's office in a desperate situation and in great need of help. His staff got me an appt the next day and John sat down with my husband and I late in his day and took a great deal of time listening and answering all of my questions. He was extremely knowledgeable and was very... upfront and honest about the process and what we were facing. He gave us a 5% chance of winning what we were asking and I felt so confident in him that I hired him on the spot. It was such a relief to be able to trust that John was in my corner. He knew his way around the courtroom with ease and was very familiar with the judge and the entire family law process. He was incredibly well spoken in front of the judge and with the other party and was quick to answer and quick on his feet in those stressful circumstances. I was always very impressed with how he handled himself and what he accomplished for me. In the end, the most important detail of the case and why I started it to begin with was won. I referred a friend of mine to his office as well, and she is very happy. If you want a competent guy who knows his stuff and is the best in front of the judge- John is your guy.

John Negley

Replied last March 26, 2021

Thank you for taking time to leave this review!

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."

Posted by Lou | November 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Spousal Support Elimination

After interviewing 3 attorneys I hired John Negley to represent me in challenging a 24 year spousal support order in Ventura County. John is a direct, concise, experienced and engaging attorney who very candidly reviewed and discussed the strengths and weaknesses of my case. John did not pressur...e or use any type of sales approach---rather, he very skillfully outlined the merits of going back to court to seek a reduction/elimination of long term spousal payments. All our interactions were highly professional, straightforward and had a tangible plan. He does not overpromise, but gives you a realistic idea of the process and likely outcomes. I felt John managed the verbal and written communication with opposing counsel with confidence and and strength and possessed considerably more experience. He developed a strategy each step of the way and delivered positive results for me. We avoided costly court appearances and settled out of court, ending with full and forever spousal support elimination. I would not hesitate to hire John and his team to represent me.

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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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