Jessica C. Beatty

Jessica C. Beatty

also known as Jessica C. Boutwell

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Divorce, child custody, visitation, and support, settlement and litigation

13 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

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No misconduct found

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Jessica C. Beatty's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Linwood | December 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding attorney!

Jessica Boutwell is more than outstanding! She has helped me tremendously with my situation with my daughter and her mother! I had contacted other attorneys prior to Mrs. Boutwell, only to be entirely disappointed in the outcome. Mrs. Boutwell has helped me gain visitation time with my daughter, whic...h is greatly cherished, as well as helped me with having child support recalculated so that things are far more fair and feasible. She is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to the law, and has a very realistic intuition on matters and whether it's something worth fighting for or letting go. She isn't emotionally invested in my situation and I can always rely on her to think more logically for me. She has told me at times to wait on things and see how they go, yet she has also known when and how to prepare for a fight in court and come out on top. She is the only attorney I've ever known that I've felt has sincerely had my daughter's and my best interest at heart! It's no secret that attorneys aren't cheap, however they are worth their weight in gold in a court room. Having found and retained Mrs. Boutwell to me is invaluable! Since retaining her I have yet to leave the courthouse without a smile on my face!

Posted by Jeff | June 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Superior

Jessica is exceptional. Her expertise and professionalism are exemplary. I found her counsel clear, concise and compelling. Not only is she very effective, Jessica achieves results in a very efficient manner - saving time and money. In a word - Superior.

Posted by Richard | January 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate, caring and professional

Jessica was truly detail oriented and patient listener who became compassionate with my situation while staying focused on the details of my case. I was truly in a dark place after my wife quit on me after 31 yrs. Jessica and her staff professional methods kept me focused on the end game which was ...to have a quality Separation agreement. My case was not an easy one as we must of went through at least 10 iterations of the document but through it all she stood strong and balanced my thoughts with all the legal ones. I have the agreement in place and so far so good. I would highly recommend Jessica for your attorney as she has all the credentials and is extremely smart in all aspects of the law. Thank you again for all your hard work R.Mamola

Posted by David | January 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

One of the Best Divorce Lawyers for Men in Central Virginia

Jessica, was my seond attorney after I fired my first who was with Diehl law firm. My first attorney was a women and I asked her how many male clients she had out of all of her clients less than 5%. I found out about Cordell and Cordell that focuses only on men during divorce. It was a very challe...nging divorce as most are, but this one especially. Jessica, brought many great ideas to me and she brought up the idea of mediation which I did not know about nor did my ex's attorney. She also pushed the other attorney as my ex was in no hurry to get through this. Jessica, was a very strong advocate, gave me great advice. Calmed me down when I thought the legal system (which is slated against men) looked like it was going to take me down. She used the resources of Cordell and Cordell which advocates for changes in family law for men as well. She is very talented. We spent 12 hours in mediation and because of her advice, wise counsel and overall experience and calm demanor made one of the most stresful situations one could face into a win-win vs. having to go to court and roll the dice when the odds are against men. I would highly reccomend her. I would highly reccomend Cordell & Cordell to any male out there that is going through a divorce or your marriage is on the verge or your spouse has left or you left. C&C has a podcast, they have information to educate you so you can become an educated about the legal system and realize just how much you need and will want a firm and an attorney that takes the side of a male and looks through the legal system as to how it affects males. Also, she is very cost concious and unlike many other attorney's I have dealt with is very frugal with your money as is the philosphy of Cordell & Cordell. They are in it to help men and not take advantage of your not understanding the rules and regulations but because Jessica and her firm have made it their mission to be honest, fair, prudent and to lobby to assist men in a process that is slanted against males when women make as much as men and also have higher levels of education. Thank you Jessica and anyone who sees this should hire Jessica as she was a true advocate and partner in helping me get through my own divorce. David F

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Jessica C. Beatty's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kenneth Farino

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Family member

"Mrs. Boutwell is incredibly reliable, and has been immensely helpful in assisting me with a divorce matter that I have been handling. Not only does she have a superb mastery of family law, but she also has encyclopedic knowledge of local rules and procedures relating to different jurisdictions. Mrs. Boutwell's expertise cannot be beat."

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Katherine Wilcox Carter

Family lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Friend

"I've known Jessica for over 20 years. She's intelligent, hardworking, capable, and quick on her feet. She's a great attorney, and a credit to the legal community. She's fair-minded but tough, and a great advocate on behalf of her clients. I highly recommend Jessica!"

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Trevor Anderson

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"One of the most dedicated and intelligent family law practitioners in the Northern Virginia region. Ms. Strock's steadfast commitment to providing quality legal representation for families dealing with difficult and painful circumstances serves as a model for what should be, but unfortunately is not, the norm in the legal community. She is a gifted communicator, a fearless advocate, and a tenacious litigator whose expertise at dealing with cases involving young children has garnered her a great deal of respect from her clients as well as her peers."

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Thomas Silis

Family lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Dean's Certificate, College of William and Mary Marshall Wythe School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Litigation Attorney, Cordell & Cordell

2014 - 2017

Associate, Wendy H. Schwartz and Associates, PLLC

2012 - 2014

Associate, Silis & Associates

2008 - 2009

Honors Paralegal, United States Federal Trade Commission

Associations

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Virginia Bar Association

Metropolitan Richmond Women's Bar Association

Education

2012

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2012

William and Mary Law Review Setting the Terms of a Break-Up

Languages

English

French

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