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Jayne Frances Duncan, Child Custody Attorney in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody, Child Support, and Criminal Defense · 4.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews

Mag. Dist. J.

Elizabethtown, PA

Practicing child custody in Elizabethtown since 1982.

44+
Years practicing
4.0 ★
3 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Jayne Frances Duncan is a mag. dist. j. based in Elizabethtown, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Criminal Defense. Jayne has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Based in
Elizabethtown, PA
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
Child Custody · Child Support · Criminal Defense
  • Handles Child Custody, Child Support, and Criminal Defense matters from Elizabethtown, PA.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Jayne Frances Duncan: Jayne Frances Duncan is a mag. dist. j. based in Elizabethtown, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Criminal Defense. Jayne has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Jayne Frances Duncan

Jayne concentrates on child custody, child support, criminal defense, divorce, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jayne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Child Custody cases in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Jayne takes child custody matters in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jayne agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Jayne takes child support matters in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jayne agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Jayne takes criminal defense matters in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jayne agrees to represent you.

Divorce cases in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Jayne takes divorce matters in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jayne agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Jayne takes litigation matters in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jayne agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Jayne Frances Duncan — Over 44 years of Pennsylvania child custody experience

Jayne Frances Duncan is a mag. dist. j. based in Elizabethtown, PA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Criminal Defense. Jayne has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Jayne Frances Duncan is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, divorce and 2 other areas of law. Jayne received a B.S. degree from Lock Haven University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Jayne practices in Elizabethtown, PA.

How Jayne handles child custody matters

Jayne Frances Duncan is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, divorce and 2 other areas of law. Jayne received a B.S. degree from Lock Haven University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Jayne practices in Elizabethtown, PA.

Who Jayne represents

Jayne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody, child support, and criminal defense matters in Elizabethtown and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Jayne Frances Duncan's legal education and bar admissions

  • Dickinson Law School

    J.D. · 1982

  • Lock Haven University

    B.S. · 1979

Jurisdictions

Jayne's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1982 · ACTIVE

Jayne studied at J.D. in Dickinson Law School and B.S. in Lock Haven University.

Law school and academic background

Jayne completed J.D. in Dickinson Law School and B.S. in Lock Haven University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jayne runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Jayne Frances Duncan

Jayne has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Jayne Frances Duncan's office in Elizabethtown

Jayne's primary office is at 426 Milton Grove Rd N, Elizabethtown, PA, 17022-8436. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

426 Milton Grove Rd N

Elizabethtown, PA 17022-8436

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Jayne Frances Duncan — 4.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Jayne. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child custody attorneys in Elizabethtown.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jayne Frances Duncan — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jayne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jayne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jayne's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jayne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a child custody attorney in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jayne

Jayne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every child custody matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jayne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jayne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jayne Frances Duncan

  • How much does it cost to hire Jayne for a child custody case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jayne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jayne offer a free consultation?

    Jayne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jayne's office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Jayne's current terms during booking.

  • How long do child custody cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple child custody matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jayne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jayne take my case if I'm outside Elizabethtown?

    Jayne is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jayne will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Jayne?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jayne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jayne accepting new child custody clients right now?

    Jayne's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Child Custody attorneys serving Elizabethtown, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania

Jayne handles child custody matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child custody attorneys in that community.

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