$ 350-350 per hour
Jennifer Williams
About Jennifer
Biography
Ms. Williams earned her law degree from Regent University Law School in 2007, after graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 1997.
Ms. Williams began her legal career as an adjunct professor in Pre-Law at Hampton University in 2007. She then worked as a prosecutor in the Office of the Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney from 2008 until 2009. Jennifer then opened and managed the Law Office of Jennifer M. Williams, PLLC in Norfolk from 2009 until 2017. During those eight years, Ms. Williams practiced both criminal defense and family law.
From 2017 until 2021, Ms. Williams worked as a prosecutor in the Office of the Newport News Commonwealth’s Attorney. She left that position in 2021 and relocated to Northern Virginia.
Ms. Williams currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from Justia.
Jennifer Williams resides in Loudoun County.
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Licensed in Virginia for 18 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
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Posted by Cfaith | November 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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I give Attorney Jennifer Williams the highest endorsement. I have worked with Jennifer over the years where she was the attorney on the other side both as a Commonwealth’s Attorney and in domestic matters as a private attorney. Jennifer is diligent, tenacious and skilled at what she does. She fights ...
Jennifer Williams's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer is an excellent advocate for her clients. She is diligent in how she approaches her cases, giving each case individual attention and researching all possible issues to prepare for all possible contingencies. Jennifer is very accessible to her clients and dedicated to providing excellent representation."
"Ms. Williams is well respected in jurisdictions throughout Virginia for her assertive, no nonsense demeanor in the courtroom. Ms. Williams is known for being well prepared for each case and for her compassion to her clients. Ms. Williams is invested in obtaining winning outcomes for her clients and I highly recommend her for any family law matter."
"Ms. Williams is very knowledgeable about Virginia family law, and she is a zealous advocate for her clients both in and out of the courtroom. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Williams is a knowledgeable attorney who zealously advocates for her clients. I endorse her for any individual seeking representation in family law matters."
"Jennifer is a shrewd advisor and a fierce advocate. She is always prepared and has great instincts. I would recommend her to anyone."
"I endorse lawyer. Ms. Williams, is extremely talented and skilled as a family law attorney. She is committed to working hard for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer has extensive legal experience and is a zealous trial lawyer."
"Ms. Williams is an experienced and fearless advocate for her clients. I give her my highest endorsement."
"Jennifer Williams (no family relation) is an extremely talented litigator. She brings to her cases an extremely high degree of raw intelligence. She is articulate, well reasoned, diligent, quick on her feet, temperate, and a zealous but collegial advocate. She is a great mentor of her craft. If I needed legal representation personally, I would not hesitate to secure her services."
"I give Ms. Williams my highest endorsement. She is smart, experienced, detail-oriented and compassionate. It's no surprise that she achieves excellent results for her clients."
"I highly endorse Jennifer Williams. She is an exceptional attorney who represents her clients zealously with confidence."
"Jennifer is a seasoned and sharp attorney who zealously advocates for her clients. I highly endorse Jennifer to anyone seeking assistance with their family law matter."
"Jennifer is a committed advocate with a wealth of experience. She gives each client the individual attention their case deserves."
"Jennifer Williams is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. I highly recommend Jennifer to anyone facing a divorce or custody battle in Loudoun County or Northern Virginia."
"An outstanding family law attorney, Ms. Williams receives my highest possible endorsement."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Public Reprimand issued in VA, 2016
updated on 03/08/2017Public Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong, but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a Public Reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Associate Attorney, Raheen Family Law, P.C.
2021 - 2023
Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2017 - 2021
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Office of the Newport News Commonwealth’s Attorney
2009 - 2017
Principal Attorney, The Law Office of Jennifer M. Williams, PLLC
2008 - 2009
Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Office of the Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney
2007 - 2007
Adjunct Professor, Hampton University
Associations
2021 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2007 - Present
Virginia State BarAdmitted to Practice
Education
2007
Regent University Law School
J.D.
1997
University of Pittsburgh
B.A.
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
My wife has been stealing money from our kids. We have no proof so what can we do?
16 Dec 2022
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What happens when the custodial parent doesnt show up for court for child support ?
17 Dec 2022
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I-130 -- Name mismatch in Divorce judgement Order
17 Dec 2022