Atty. Jennifer A. Shaw

Atty. Jennifer A. Shaw

Jennifer A. Shaw is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 21 other areas of law.

Edwardsville Edwardsville 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Jennifer A. Shaw at a glance

Jennifer A. Shaw is a Principal based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practicing at The Shaw Law Group, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1997), and U.S. Supreme Court (2004). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1996) and University of Mississippi (B.S. Beta, 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jennifer A. Shaw is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 21 other areas of law
  • Jennifer received a B.S. degree from University of Mississippi in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Jennifer practices at The Shaw Law Group, P.C. in Edwardsville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jennifer A. Shaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jennifer A. Shaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Jennifer A. Shaw is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

Jennifer A. Shaw is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Jennifer A. Shaw is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jennifer A. Shaw is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edwardsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jennifer A. Shaw

Where is Jennifer A. Shaw's law office located?
Jennifer A. Shaw's law practice is located in Edwardsville, Illinois. The firm is The Shaw Law Group, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jennifer A. Shaw handle?
Jennifer A. Shaw focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jennifer A. Shaw practiced law?
Jennifer A. Shaw has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Jennifer A. Shaw go to law school?
Jennifer A. Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S. Beta, 1993).
How can I contact Jennifer A. Shaw for a consultation?
You can contact Jennifer A. Shaw directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jennifer A. Shaw received?
Jennifer A. Shaw's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1996
B.S. Beta
University of Mississippi
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004

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