Family Law
Jennifer S. Hargrave
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Jennifer Stanton Hargrave, J.D., founded Hargrave Family Law, a Dallas-based boutique firm emphasizing empathy, excellence, and empowerment within family law. With a wealth of experience as a dedicated Dallas divorce lawyer, Jennifer focuses on guiding families through the divorce process in a dignified and clear manner. She has assembled a committed team to support clients in building hopeful and promising futures.
Jennifer is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and brings extensive experience to her practice. She is known for developing creative solutions that safeguard what matters most—family, values, and the future. Jennifer adeptly translates complex legal issues into clear, ethical courses of action, earning respect from clients, colleagues, and the judiciary. Her firm encourages non-adversarial approaches and personalized legal strategies to reduce conflict and maintain relationships. When litigation is necessary, her team provides effective courtroom advocacy with a focus on ethical representation and strategic planning.
Jennifer's dedication to family law is driven by her desire to assist individuals during life’s challenging transitions. As a Dallas divorce attorney, mother, wife, and active community member, she comprehends the emotional and practical hurdles her clients face. She believes these transitions offer opportunities for a new beginning full of potential and joy. Through legal guidance, compassion, and collaboration, she helps clients look forward to a brighter future.
Jennifer is often invited for media appearances, speaking engagements, and writing articles on topics such as divorce trends, managing family conflict, and collaborative law practices. Her involvement extends beyond her professional work into various volunteer and leadership roles within legal, civic, and faith-based communities. She actively participates in collaborative law groups and supports organizations like The Family Place, the Episcopal School of Dallas, the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation, the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – North Texas, and North Texas Performing Arts, focusing on the welfare of children and families.
Overview
- Southern Methodist University, Juris Doctorate, graduated 1995
- University of California Davis, B.A., Political Science, graduated 1992
- Texas, 1995
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit
- Texas, 1995
- Southern Methodist University, Juris Doctorate, graduated 1995
- University of California Davis, B.A., Political Science, graduated 1992
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Family Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Collaborative Law: Family Law
Awards:
- Lexis-Nexis/Martindale-Hubbell - "A-V" Preeminent Peer Review Rated
News & Media
Additional Information
Q&A
We are committed to helping find creative solutions outside of the traditional adversarial process whenever possible. Of course, that is not always possible - and when it's not, we are prepared to go to trial. However, our fundamental belief is that families going through the many changes that divorce brings, deserve more than a costly legal battle that benefits lawyers and leaves the family unit in shambles.
People often ask, "How much will a divorce cost?" And the truth is that we have no way of knowing at the outset. However, we do know the factors that contribute to escalating costs in divorce. The first and foremost factor contributing to the cost of the divorce is the level of conflict, either between the parties or the lawyers. Parties who enter into the divorce process committed to being supportive of each other, and supportive of their children, often find cost-effective strategies to ensure that their hard earned marital estate remains with them, and not the lawyers. However, if one party wants a fight, that party is going to get a fight. While a truly agreed divorce process can cost as little as $3500 total, there is no ceiling on how much a fully litigated divorce can cost. Helping our clients choose their battles wisely is one of our strengths. We are committed to helping our clients get on with the rest of their lives, with as much of their marital estate in tact as possible.
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