Jennifer V. Abrams, Divorce Attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Divorce and General · 4.5/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Managing PartneratThe Abrams & Mayo Law Firm
Las Vegas, NV
Practicing divorce in Las Vegas since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 20 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Jennifer V. Abrams is a managing partner based in Las Vegas, NV. The practice focuses on Divorce and General. Jennifer has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Abrams & Mayo Law Firm. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
- Based in
- Las Vegas, NV
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Divorce · General
- Handles Divorce and General matters from Las Vegas, NV.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Jennifer V. Abrams: Jennifer V. Abrams is a managing partner based in Las Vegas, NV. The practice focuses on Divorce and General. Jennifer has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Abrams & Mayo Law Firm. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jennifer V. Abrams
Jennifer concentrates on divorce and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jennifer handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Divorce cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Jennifer takes divorce matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jennifer agrees to represent you.
General cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Jennifer takes general matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jennifer agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jennifer V. Abrams — Over 28 years of Nevada divorce experience
Jennifer V. Abrams is a managing partner based in Las Vegas, NV. The practice focuses on Divorce and General. Jennifer has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Abrams & Mayo Law Firm. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Attorney Jennifer V. Abrams is a 20+ year veteran in the practice of divorce law. It is not uncommon for the opposing party to simultaneously retain more than one attorney to litigate against her. Attorney Abrams also routinely represents fellow attorneys or their spouses. Her credentials include:
Certified Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Ms. Abrams is one of only sixteen Las Vegas attorneys that have been accepted into this elite national association.
Board Certified by the State Bar of Nevada as a Family Law Specialist.
2023 Vegaslegal Magazine Attorney of the Year.
2024 Forbes Magazine Best Divorce Attorneys, Las Vegas NV
2024 Top Family Law Attorney by Vegas Inc magazine.Executive Council of the State Bar of Nevada, Family Law Section. She was elected to this post for 5 years by her fellow family law attorneys and the Nevada Family Court Judges.
Appointed by and honored by the Justices of the Supreme Court of Nevada. This was for her work on revising the procedures for NRCP 16.1, 16.2, 16.205 and the Financial Disclosure Forms. These procedures and forms are used by attorneys in every divorce case in the State of Nevada.
Currently on the committee rewriting Section Five (Family Court) of the Eighth Judicial District Court Rules.Honored by the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada as the 2020 Attorney of the Year.Published author in the Nevada Family Law Report - Summer 2022
Ms. Abrams is admitted to practice law in three states, but chooses to practice exclusively as a divorce attorney in Las Vegas. Jennifer Abrams is regarded as both a skilled negotiator and a forceful litigator. As such, she has gained the respect of her colleagues and judges in the Clark County Family Courts.
Attorney Jennifer Abrams is a member in good standing of the State Bar of Nevada Family Law Executive Council, State Bar of Nevada, American Bar Association, American Association for Justice, which is formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the Clark County Bar Association, the State Bar of California, and the Louisiana State Bar (both inactive). She graduated from the Pepperdine University School of Law in California, Magna Cum Laude, with a class rank of 9th out of 255. She received her undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting Theory and Practice, from California State University, Northridge and has passed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examination.
How Jennifer handles divorce matters
Attorney Jennifer V. Abrams is a 20+ year veteran in the practice of divorce law. It is not uncommon for the opposing party to simultaneously retain more than one attorney to litigate against her. Attorney Abrams also routinely represents fellow attorneys or their spouses. Her credentials include: Certified Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Ms. Abrams is one of only…
Who Jennifer represents
Jennifer reviews new inquiries case-by-case for divorce and general matters in Las Vegas and the surrounding Nevada area.
Credentials
Jennifer V. Abrams's legal education and bar admissions
Pepperdine University School of Law
J.D. · 1998
California State University
B.S. Accounting · 1993
Jurisdictions
Jennifer's state bar admissions
Nevada
2001 · ACTIVE
California
1999 · ACTIVE
Louisiana
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1998 · ACTIVE
Jennifer studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.S. Accounting in California State University.
Law school and academic background
Jennifer completed J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.S. Accounting in California State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jennifer runs in Nevada is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jennifer V. Abrams
Jennifer has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Jennifer's professional memberships and bar associations
Clark County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California State Bar of Nevada Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Jennifer V. Abrams's office in Las Vegas
Jennifer's primary office is at 6252 S Rainbow Blvd., Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV, 89118. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Abrams & Mayo Law Firm
6252 S Rainbow Blvd., Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89118
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Client reviews of Jennifer V. Abrams — 4.5/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Jennifer. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing divorce attorneys in Las Vegas.
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How to hire Jennifer V. Abrams — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new divorce attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jennifer usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jennifer charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jennifer'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; Jennifer will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a divorce attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada
A short list to run through before you commit: How many divorce 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 Jennifer
Jennifer discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in divorce practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every divorce 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. Jennifer confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jennifer's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many divorce practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jennifer V. Abrams
How much does it cost to hire Jennifer for a divorce case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jennifer walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jennifer offer a free consultation?
Jennifer charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jennifer's office. Some divorce attorneys offer free consults — check Jennifer's current terms during booking.
How long do divorce cases in Nevada typically take?
Simple divorce 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. Jennifer gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jennifer take my case if I'm outside Las Vegas?
Jennifer is licensed in Nevada. Matters governed by Nevada law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jennifer 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 Jennifer?
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. Jennifer will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jennifer accepting new divorce clients right now?
Jennifer's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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