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Jennifer Louise Mispagel

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  • San Jose, CA
  • Licensed for 11 years
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About Jennifer

Practice areas

ProbateTrustsEstate planning
  1. Estate planning: 50%

    11 years

  2. Trusts: 25%

    11 years

  3. Probate: 25%

    11 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

70 South First Street
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Hopkins & Carley

70 South First Street
San Jose, CA, 95113

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200807/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Legal guides4
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Community PropertyCALI2008
Witkin Award for Debtors and Creditors RightsWitkin Legal Institute2008
Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in Community PropertyWitkin Legal Institute2008
Certificate of Excellence in BankruptcyAmerican Bankruptcy Institute2008
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyHopkins & Carley2016 - Present
AttorneyLonich and Patton2008 - 2016
Law ClerkNextG Networks2007 - 2007
Judicial ExternHonorable Socrates Peter Manoukian - Santa Clara County Superior Court2006 - 2006
Law ClerkLaw Offices of Gallagher, Reedy & Jones2005 - 2008
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
Better Business BureauMember2008 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember2008 - Present
United States District Court, Northern District of CaliforniaMember2008 - Present
State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates SectionMember2008 - Present
Phi Delta PhiMember2004 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember2008 - 2009
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogCommon Fears About Divorce In California2015
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogHow Will Proposed Tax Reform Affect Your Estate Plan?2015
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogThe Surprising Tax Benefits Of Holding Title As Community property With Right Of Survivorship2014
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogA Cautionary Tale Of Fill-In-The-Blank Wills: Not So E-Z After All2014
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogEnsuring The Creation Of A Valid Trust2011
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogEstate Planning Bucket List: Managing Important Documents In Case Of Death2011
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogPredatory Unions: Protect Yourself And Protect Your Family2011
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogUnmarried Couples Living Together May Need A Cohabitation Agreement To Implement An Effective Estate Plan2011
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogCalifornia Blended Families Face Unique Challenges When Developing Comprehensive Estate Plans2011
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogFor Tips For Ensuring Your Pet Is Cared For After Your Death2011
Lonich & Patton, LLp BlogThe Importance Of Advance Health Care Directive2011
Lonich & Patton, LLp BlogTwo Reasons Why Your Family Business May Need a Business Succession Plan2010
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogRoyal Engagement Illustrates The Importance Of Consulting A Qualified Attorney Before Marriage2010
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogDo You Need A Revocable Or Irrevocable Trust?2010
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogUnsettled Law Makes Estate Planning For Same-Sex Couples Challenging2010
Lonich & Patton, LLP BlogMaking Your Wishs Known At The End Of Life2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Santa Clara University School of LawJD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA2008
Santa Clara UniversityBachelor of Science2003

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Clear advice and quick turnaround

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My husband and I used Ms. Mispagel's services to create our living trust and advance health care directive. Every question we had about the process was covered quickly, and for the few areas where we needed clarification or changes she was more than happy to explain details or adjust our documents. Getting a trust set up is a stressful endeavor, but we really felt like we were in good hands with Ms. Mispagel.

Very professional, attentive, and helpful.

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I couldn't be happier with the service I received from Ms. Mispagel. She kept me informed, acted in a timely manner every step of the way, and offered assistance whenever I needed to do something to move the probate procedure along. I would be happy to work with her again in the future.

Responsive. Diligent.

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Jennifer was a very active part of my legal team. She was deeply involved in researching, framing issues, and writing up many of the arguements presented in the key documents. As anyone who is in the business knows, this ability is at the core of virtually every case. She also astutely (and when necessary--firmly), managed professional relationships with opposing counsel/party. VERY glad she was in my corner.

Great Attorney I Will Consult Her if I have Issues in the Future

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She was very helpful and very infformative

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