Jennifer Caroline Groce

Jennifer Caroline Groce

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Camarillo, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family, Domestic Violence

445 Rosewood Ave., Suite N, Camarillo, CA

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Dissolution of marriage and dissolution of domestic partnership. Custody and visitation, child support, spousal or partner support and division of property.

21 years

50%
Child Custody 20%

Appropriate preparation for mediation and court can make a substantial difference in the information the court and the mediator receives. There are many factors considered by the mediator and Judge when deciding what is in the child’s best interest.

21 years

20%
Family 20%

The practice of family law covers a wide variety of legally complex and emotionally charged areas.

21 years

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

When there are issues of physical, emotional or verbal abuse that meet the statutory criteria, a domestic violence restraining order can provide legal boundaries regarding contacts and communication, stay-away orders, and other requirements.

21 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-375 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Niedens & Groce, LLP

445 Rosewood Ave., Suite N, Camarillo, CA, 93010

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Jennifer Caroline Groce's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Crystal | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Jennifer Groce Lawyer

Jennifer is a great lawyer. I hired her for my divorce and custody of my daughters. She has always fought hard for me. She is very intelligent and definitely knows what she is doing. I highly reccomend Jennifer Groce.

Posted by Joe | April 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Aggressive and professional

Jennifer made it so that my child support be lowered from $1250 monthly to $400....! What else can I say? She has a very personal approach to dealing with her clients, always looking at all the angles in order to prevent unexpected problems in your case.... highly recommend her

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Superior Service

Jennifer Groce is smart, organized and committed to the client. I found it intimidating going to court dealing with child custody. She was extremely helpful in putting me at ease by explaining the process and producing excellent results. Most importantly, Jennifer and her fantastic team created a pos...itive outcome and now I can rest knowing that we did everything we could in making the right choice through the arduous process.

Posted by Debi | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney she handle my divorce like a master!!

I have been a client of Jennifer Groce and her firm for a few years. Ms. Groce is extremely knowledgeable in divorce negotiations. She listens to you, as her client, she cares, and is excellent in the courtroom. She is a great litigator, the only way that can happen is she knows the details and how ...to handle them successfully without costing you a bundle. I am extremely grateful that she was referred to me by a close relative. Thank you

Posted by Heather | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Realistic, Expert, and Expedient!

Jennifer was recommended to me by an expert in the Ventura County Court network for a custody dispute and property dispute 4 years post-divorce. She was exceedingly easy to work with, made sure I understood what I could realistically expect, compassionate, and referred me to more excellent resources.... She coached me through options regarding my case, custody mediation, and negotiating the agreement with my ex in the end to get the agreements signed. It was complicated, yet she gave me straightforward advice, and I am forever grateful! Jennifer is truly who you want by your side! I wish I had hired her 4 years prior for my divorce! She returned all communication very quickly and professionally. Her rates are reasonable for this area, also.

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Jennifer Caroline Groce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mary Quin

Family lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is very professional, honest and hard working. I highly recommend her as a family law attorney"

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John Castellano

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked cases with Jennifer as opposing counsel and have a lot of respect for her. She is tough, professional and does not create disputes where they don't exist. She is a great advocate for her clients and works hard to achieve the best possible result for them."

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Joshua Hopstone

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jennifer is a sophisticated and experienced family law attorney who is well respected in our community."

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Carla Hartley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Groce knows the law and assiduously and aggressively pursues her cases, using the law and her own attention to detail to get favorable results for her clients."

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Michelle Evans

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer Groce is a highly intelligent and ethical attorney. She is a strong advocate for her clients, and is known for her thoroughness in handling cases. You can be certain that your interests will be well represented with Jennifer as your attorney."

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James Casey

Family lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend using Jennifer Groce for your family law matter. Jennifer and I worked together at a prominent Ventura law firm and she was the lead family law attorney. I regularly approach Ms. Groce with some of my more difficult family law matters and she always provides outstanding advice. I endorse Ms. Groce without hesitation."

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Tareq Hishmeh

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is my go to on family law matters!"

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Steven Powell

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer Groce is an accomplished Family Law Attorney with a well deserved reputation for fighting hard and effectively for her clients. She has assisted Ron Bamieh, a prominent Southern California criminal defense lawyer, with a multitude of complex cases and is rapidly emerging as a force to be reckoned with in criminal defense."

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Mathew Purcell

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Groce is professional and knowledgeable. She strikes a great balance between advocating on behalf of her client and resolving matters amicably."

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Alta Manzo

Family lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer Groce is hard working, a strong advocate for her clients and has a high level of professionalism in everything she does. If I had a family law issue she is the first person I would call."

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Ron Bamieh

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jennifer Groce is one of the top family law lawyers in Ventura County. It is pleasure to have her in my office."

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Mathew Purcell

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Ron Bamieh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Certificate of Appreciation for Volunteer Work, Superior Court of California, County of Ventura

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney/Partner, Niedens & Groce, LLP

2013 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Marsha K. Niedens

2005 - 2013

Attorney, Bamieh & Erickson, PLC

2000 - 2005

Deputy Probation Officer, Ventura County Probation Agency

1998 - 2000

Juvenile Institutions Officer, Santa Barbara County Probation Dept

Associations

2012 - Present

Ventura County Family Law Bar Association

Board Member

2007 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Attorney Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney Member

Education

2005

Ventura College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Chapman University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Guest Instructor-Family Law Class

Joinder; Discovery and Declarations of Disclosure

2013

Guest Instructor-Family Law Class

Petition, Response and Related Matters

N/A

Guest lecturer-Family Law Course

Spousal Support and Attorney Fees

Languages

English

Activity

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