$ 250-300 per hour
About Jennifer
Biography
Jennifer focuses her practice on estate planning, probate and elder law matters. She has earned a solid reputation in the community for ethical and professional legal services throughout her years in practice.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Probate
50%
Estate Planning
25%
Guardianship
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Chris | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Jennifer is an Estate and Probate Guru
When my father passed away without a will, a confusing legal predicament evolved. I was very fortunate to be referred to Jennifer after the first two lawyers I contacted were not taking new business. She accepted my case and appeared in court for me on just a few days notice. I have almost no lega...
Posted by Alan | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate
5 star all the way!
Jennifer did the probate for my mothers estate. I had her do my own estate planning.Very professional, the fees were reasonable and she answered every question in a manner that was easy to understand.
Posted by LEW | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
County requested legal action
A totally unjustified law suite was filed by PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center specifying that I needed a full time guardianship person to manage and control my entire estate. This legal action was taken immediately after I requested immediate termination of my hospital stay. The request was mad...
Posted by David | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Outstanding Attorney
Jennifer is very friendly and professional. She answered all my questions and concerns with exceptional knowledge. She gave an honest assessment of various risks that I raised and sensible approaches to how she would be mitigating them. Her billing was very detailed and reasonable. She demonstrated a...
Posted by Sophie | October 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Best person and laywer in town.
Jenifer help me through the probate which involved my husband’s adult children. Case final in 0ctober 2017. I am foreigner live in the state for 4 years when my husband passed away after a month fighting with lung cancer. We have a common son and i have a teenage daughter. When this happened my life ...
Jennifer Nugent's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've worked with and opposite Jennifer on several matters. She's a strong advocate for her clients and exceptionally well-versed in probate and guardianship matters. I always look forward to working with her whether we're on opposite sides of a matter or working in tandem."
"I have worked with Jennifer on complex estate planning matters and engaged Jennifer for her litigation experience on an estate dispute. Jennifer is an insightful and experienced attorney who I always look forward to working with. I wholeheartedly endorse Jennifer."
"Jennifer Nugent is intelligent, thorough, and diligent. She is tenacious and tough in court when she needs to be, and compassionate and reassuring with her clients. Her background in guardianships and probate make her renowned and highly respected in the community for her expertise."
"Jennifer is hands down one of the best attorneys in town. She works hard for those she represents and knows the law. Jennifer was my supervisor for several years and she was a fair and honest boss. I couldn't recommend Jennifer highly enough for anyone seeking an attorney."
"Jennifer is intelligent and works timely. She communicates extremely well and does a nice job building a roadmap for clients to follow. She frames expectations and outcomes upfront so clients have a clear understanding of the cost and work to be done. As a member of the legal community myself I really appreciate her practical approach."
"I have known Jennifer for 10 years and I have been continually impressed with her intellect, diligence, compassion, and professionalism. She is the consummate smart attorney. She is always prepared, always engaged, and above all, always obtaining results. I give her my highest recommendation."
"I have known and worked with Jennifer for many years. She is extremely intelligent, and I have always been impressed with her judgment and legal abilities."
"Jennifer Nugent is a strong litigator, extremely knowledgeable, a compassionate advocate, and diligent to fault. Without reservation I highly recommend Jennifer Nugent."
"Jennifer is an outstanding attorney. An excellent balance of substantive legal knowledge, tactical skill, and ethical bearings. I thoroughly enjoyed working together in our prior careers as prosecutors and would trust her with any legal need in her current chosen specialties."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a very caring and smart attorney who will help people deal with difficult matters in a compassionate and understandable manner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a tenacious, intelligent attorney who gets great results for her clients."
"Jennifer Nugent is a very energetic and accomplished attorney with many years' experience. She has exceptional integrity and I highly recommend her services."
"I previously worked together with Jennifer at the prosecutor's office as a domestic violence prosecutor. She was always extremely prepared and is one of the hardest working attorneys I have ever met. Since moving to private practice I have referred a number of clients to Jennifer and they have always had extremely positive reviews of her services. I would highly recommend Jennifer as an attorney in all of the fields she practices."
"Very good lawyer and friend. Would refer my family and friends."
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Experience
Honors
2004
Lewis and Clark Law, Dean's List
2001
Cum Laude, Southern Oregon University
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Jennifer Nugent Law, P.L.L.C.
2011 - 2015
Lead Unit Coordinator, Domestic Violence Prosecution Center, Vancouver CIty Attorney's Office
2009 - 2011
Assistant Unit Coordinator, Domestic Violence Prosecution Center, City Of Vancouver Washington
2006 - 2009
Assistant City Attorney, City Of Vancouver Washington
2003 - 2005
Law Clerk: Estate Planning and Real Estate, Law Office of Walter Hogan
Associations
2017 - Present
Clark County Bar Association, Guardianship & Elder Law SectionSecretary
2015 - Present
The George & Donald Simpson American Inn of CourtMember
2015 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Meals on WheelsVolunteer
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2016
Clark County Volunteer Lawyers ProgramSecretary
2010 - 2016
Clark County Volunteer Lawyers ProgramBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Olmsted
Guilty Verdict
Education
2005
Lewis & Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Southern Oregon University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Clark County Bar Association, Guardianship & Elder Law Section Meeting
Probate Ethics & Guardianship
2013
Justice and Hope DV Conference
Coordinated Community Responses to Abuse
2012
DV Symposium
Domestic Violence Intervention
Publications
2012
Washington Association of Prosecuting Attorneys
Domestic Violence Handbook
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Who can I designate as a resident agent for a probate case in Vancouver WA when I don't know anyone there
26 Jan 2016
Q&A
As POA holder for my elderly mother, can I legally get a sheriff to evict an unwanted guest from her home?
25 Oct 2015