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Jennifer Nagel
Law Offices of Jennifer L. Nagel, P.C.
121 E. Birch Avenue Suite 506
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Phone: (928) 526-3268 | Fax: (928) 773-8493
http://www.flagattorney.com
http://attorneyjennifernagel.justia.net
Professional Representation, Personable Attorney
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to handle cases that deal with family law, divorce, estate planning and immigration issues.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Delinquent Support Payments
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Child Support
- Custody
Bar Admissions
NV, Oct 2001
Bar Number: 7838
CA, Jun 1998
Bar Number: 195696
AZ, May 2002
Bar Number: 21564
Specialty Certifications
Trained in collaborative law divorce.
Other Court Admissions
Federal & state courts for Arizona, Nevada and California.
Association Memberships
Coconino County Bar Association, Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, American Immigration Lawyer's Association (AILA).
Continuing Education
Arizona requires 15 hours per year of continuing legal education, and I complete far more than the required amount of work per year. I have attended continuing legal education classes and training in the areas of collaborative law (20 hours), mediation (40 hours), and Trial Skills through the National Institute of Trial Advocacy (50 hours) I also regularly listen to educational cd's about family law related issues, immigration law topics, and estate planning materials, as well as legal office managerial issues.
Here are some classes that I have attended:
February, 2008 50 hour National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA).
Trial Skills Institute Participant. Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
July, 2007 40 hour Mediation Training Participant. Instructor: Kate Otting from Interaction Management Associates. Flagstaff, AZ.
January 2007 20 hour Collaborative Divorce Team Trainings, Phoenix, AZ.
Example Cases
I have represented small business owners (dentists, bank owners, owners of construction companies etc.) in divorce on property-debt division issues. I ensured details like that the Marital Settlement Agreements wouldn't violate shareholder agreements and business partnership agreements.
I have represented parties getting divorced from retired military personnel, and negotiated the payment of spousal support and the division of property, income, and retirements funds.
Education
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
University of California
City:
Berkeley
State:
CA
Year:
1994
Focus and Accomplishments:
Major: Economics. Minor: English Literature.
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
University of California
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1997
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Arizona, Nevada, and California.
Firm Focus and History
The Law Offices of Jennifer L. Nagel, P.C. was established in April 2003 in its current location of Flagstaff, AZ.
We focus primarily on family law issues (divorce, paternity, custody, visitation, child support, property and debt division etc.). We do handle some immigration and estate planning cases as well.
Previous Employment Summary
July, 2008 to present Justice of the Peace, Pro Tempore, Flagstaff Justice Court
Flagstaff City Magistrate, City of Flagstaff
2003 to present Employed at Law Offices of Jennifer L. Nagel, P.C., Flagstaff, AZ, and Paralegal Services of AZ, CA, and NV.
Pre-Paid Legal Attorney Referral Panelist. Private practice attorney. Primary practice areas: Family Law, Estate Planning, and Immigration law practice. Represented clients in divorce, paternity, custody, child support, visitation, grandparent rights, and adoption cases. Represented clients in achieving their estate planning goals. Represented clients in guardianship, conservatorship and probate proceedings. Represented clients in immigration petitions. Managed law office, including communicating with clients, collecting evidence for clients, conducting discovery, preparing invoice statements, collections on accounts, conducting legal research, negotiating settlement of cases, drafting motions, affidavits, and pleadings, preparation for hearings, and arguing cases at hearings and trials.
2004-2005 Contract Attorney. Contracted with D.N.A. People's Legal Services to draft, revise, and update self-help packets for self-represented litigants in family law and small claims actions.
2004 to 2007 Volunteer attorney through D.N.A. People's Legal Services. Attorney presenter at Annual Law Day, self help divorce clinics, and "Representing Yourself at Court" seminars.
2005-2006 Contract attorney for DNA People's Legal Services. Represented indigent clients in the areas of divorce, real estate issues, and small claims matters.
1998 to 1999 Weekly Attorney Volunteer at Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance. Represented indigent family law litigants through pro bono attorney program.
1998 to 1999 Employed at Law Offices of Jennifer L. Nagel, Bakersfield, CA.
Family law practice, Estate Planning practice.
2000 to 2001 Employed at Law Offices of Jennifer L. Nagel, Sacramento, CA. Family law practice, Estate Planning practice. See above.
2000 to 2001 Weekly Attorney Volunteer at Sacramento County Family Law Facilitator's Office. Conducted self help divorce and paternity clinics and provided individual assistance to self-represented litigants.
Activities and Awards
July, 2008 to Present: Pro tem judge in Flagstaff municipal court and in Flagstaff justice court.
2004 State Bar of Arizona's Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education Award for Top Pro Bono Attorneys of Arizona
2004 DNA People's Legal Services Certificate of Appreciation Recipient for work conducted in the "How to Represent Yourself in Court" legal education seminars.
2003 DNA People's Legal Services Awards Recipient for volunteer work related to legal aid's pro se divorce clinics.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I think it is a lawyer's obligation to educate their client throughout the process of their legal proceeding. I do my best to put my client at ease by giving them as much information as I can about what their rights and responsibilities are during the litigation by providing them with copies of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural rules.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I often review documents prepared by clients. I ask them to make drafts and we work together to finalize the documents. I also ask them to prepare statements of facts and journals to better assist them in recalling critical facts for the case.
Also, I offer document preparation services at a reduced price rate of $75/hour; because I understand that many litigants do not want to or cannot afford to pay for the full legal representation rate.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to assist clients who want to or are compelled to represent themselves at court hearings by researching and providing them with copies of the law, helping them apply the law to their case, and helping them prepare for their court appearances by explaining what happens at hearings and what critical information the court needs from them.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I have a good analytical mind. My mom was a law school graduate and my dad was a justice of the peace. They encouraged me to go into the legal field. I always admired attorneys, because of the potential in this career to help people who can't speak effectively for themselves. I've enjoyed helping people change their lives for the better, or get through a difficult period in their lives.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have a lot of empathy for the situation of others, and compassion. That's needed, especially in family law.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
There is such a need for attorneys in this area of law. I feel I am well-suited to practice family law because I am willing to work hard to listen and achieve client's goals.
What do you like best about your career?
The best thing about my career is the sense of satisfaction that I get from helping clients when they are in bad situations. Clients are often so grateful for the strong and compassionate help that I give them that just interacting with them throughout the process is rewarding.
Tell us about your law firm:
My husband is a paralegal and works for me. We run my office together, keeping my costs down, which in turn allows me to offer discounted rates to my clients. My office is across the street from the courthouse, so I have quick and convenient access to the court.
What are your strengths and style?
I am very ethical person. I don't overcharge, and keep a good rapport with my clients. I am a good listener. I have a big heart, and try to do what is best for them to minimize the financial and emotional strain that too often goes along with litigation.
Personal Interests:
I like volunteering with my church. I am involved with my children's athletics. I love to travel and spend time with my family.
Office Manager/Assistant
Robert Nagel
Fax
(928) 773-8493
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency hours by cell phone.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Bilingual, Spanish speaking.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Rates depend on the circumstances of the case, the issues involved, the degree of conflict, and the complexity of the case. Payment plans are available.
Hourly Rates
Full legal representation, I charge $200 per hour. I will reduce the rate by 25% to $150 per hour if a client contacts me through the Nolo website. For document preparation services, I charge $75 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
$100 per hour for a consultation. During the consultation I quote them the retainer amount and fees.
Typical Retainer
The retainer often depends on the complexity of the case and the degree of the conflict. It may be as little at $750, or as much as $5,000.
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