$ 300-300 per hour
Jennifer Johnston Applegate
About Jennifer
Biography
Jennifer Applegate has been practicing family law in Sonoma County since 2008. After spending several years as a partner in a small firm, she now runs a solo practice out of a charming downtown office. Jennifer has a reputation as being a lawyer who's good at settling cases, and someone you don't want to go up against in court. She's committed to reaching a fair and equable settlement with a minimum of litigation, but when it's required, she goes to the mat for her clients! Jennifer understands the most effective way to present facts and arguments in court, and has a good reputation with my judges, commissioners, and colleagues. Most of all, she levels with her clients, telling them what to expect and which issues aren't worth fighting over -- so you get good value for money, and you don't make litigation even more contentious.
Consultations are offered at a reduced rate.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
95%
18 years | 100 cases
General Practice
5%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Family Law Office of Jennifer J. Applegate
700 College Ave., Santa Rosa, CA, 95404-4714
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Posted by John B | August 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Knowledgeable and easy to work with
I’ve gone through the court process a few times now I’ve hired a different lawyer each time but none compare to Jennifer. As a man fighting for custody I never know what to expect but with Jennifer I felt confident we would be successful and we were so thank you Jennifer I appreciate you. Highly re...
Posted by Christopher | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Above and beyond amazing!
Jennifer represented me through a child custody and visitation battle from h*ll. Through multiple counties, multiple judges and through multiple years Jennifer has represented me. She always went above and beyond. Even taking time out of her personal life well after business hours to be present or ev...
Posted by Marilyn | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney
Jennifer represented me in my divorce. There were many hurdles along the way and Jennifer jumped over them with ease. She was always looking out for my best interest, even when I wasn't. She was always available whenever I needed her. I would highly recommend her
Jennifer Johnston Applegate's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Applegate consulted with me on a family law matter. She is competent, smart, hard working and reliable. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Applegate is highly competent, to say the least. She is highly intelligent when it comes to understanding marital and other relationship issues. She is able to gain a deep understanding of the situation, which unfortunately, is not common among many family law lawyers, but is absolutely necessary to achieve a proper result. She can break down issues extremely well, and is a strong advocate. Her writing product is also excellent. I strongly endorse this lawyer. She is a rising star in our local family law community. Any client would be well served by utilizing her assistance."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is extremely smart, well-spoken and talented. She thinks outside the box."
Experience
Honors
2010
Best Volunteer -- 2010 Golf Classic, Legal Aid of Sonoma County
2010
Volunteer of the Year, Legal Aid of Sonoma County
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Parranto & Applegate, LLP
2010 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Offices of Julia J. Parranto
2009 - Present
Attorney at Law, Legal Aid of Sonoma County
2006 - 2008
Certified Law Clerk, Sonoma County DA's office
Associations
2010 - Present
Sonoma County Bar Association, Family Law Section
2010 - Present
Sonoma County Women in Law
Sample of Legal Cases
Kids Don't Live in a Shelter
Custody to my client, Father
Kids Don't Sleep on the Floor
Two children now enjoy a loving, comfortable home and the stability of regularly scheduled parental visits.
Education
2008
USF School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Univ Of Pennsylvania
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Law Week 2013
Second Amendment Rights
2012
Law Week 2012
Free Speech in Schools
Languages
Spanish
French
Activity
Legal Answers
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