Driving Result For Over 25 Years

Attorney Jennifer M. Settles is the Managing Partner of the Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles, located in Phoenix, Arizona.  She has over 25 years of experience representing clients in business transactions.  She previously worked in regional and international law firms and as in-house corporate counsel for large corporations.  She regularly represents small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in their business transactions. 

Having previously been in the legal industry for many years as both a provider and consumer of attorneys' services, Jennifer recognized that there was a shortage of experienced business lawyers providing stellar service to clients at an affordable rate.  She established The Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles in response to this need, combining her depth and breadth of experience with her practical and strategic approach.     

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Admissions and Education

  • 1994, State Bar of Nevada
  • 1999, State Bar of Arizona
  • 1991, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, Bachelor of Arts, Major in History, Minor in French.  Graduated "Cum Laude, With Honors".
  • 1994, University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, Sacramento, California, Juris Doctor.  Graduated “With Great Distinction, Order of the Coif”.   Editor of Pacific Law Journal.  Top 2% of graduating class.  

Community Involvement 

  • Pro Bono Attorney, Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project 
  • Board Member and Compensation Committee Member, Epi-Hab Phoenix, Inc.
  • Advisory Board Member, Storagetrader.com
  • Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of Arizona
  • Board Member and Selection Committee Member, Tempe Sister Cities
  • Past-President and Board Chair, Tempe Industrial Development Authority

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Recommendations

  • I Definitely Recommend Her To Anybody Looking For An M&A Attorney

    "Jennifer has been great to work with and I've referred her to many clients and businesses looking to complete a buy-side or sell-side transaction. Her expertise, communication and work product is top notch and I definitely recommend her to anybody looking for an M&A attorney."
  • You Will Be In Great Hands

    "Mrs. Settles is supportive of her client from start to finish. She is very sharp and punctual with the deliverables. There was a lot of material to review and quite a few edits. Mrs. Settles was outstanding and got the job done extremely well. I would definitely hire her again and recommend her ...
  • She Was As Firm As Possible With The Other Side's Attorneys

    "I had an excellent experience with the Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles. I was looking for a small law firm that would be able to provide me with personalized service, and with patience, since this was my first experience with M&A. Jennifer was responsive, and was always clear, thorough and can...
  • Although We Have Never Met In Person, It Feels Like Jennifer Is Familiar With My Business

    "I really like that, although we have never met in person, it feels like Jennifer is familiar with my business and we are able to get things accomplished through email correspondence---for the most part.  For a busy business owner like me, this is much more convenient and effective timewise than ...
  • I Highly Recommend Her To Anyone Looking For A Qualified And Experienced Real Estate Attorney

    "Jennifer has the knowledge, skills, and expertise necessary to negotiate the terms of a commercial lease while protecting a business owner's interests. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a qualified and experienced real estate attorney. We will certainly be using her services again."
  • Her Final Product Exceeded Our Expectations

    "Jennifer did a great job. She communicated with us well and her final product exceeded our expectations. She also started the job immediately. We highly recommend her."
  • Careful And Diligent In Her Approach

    "Working with Jennifer Settles as our representation for a business sale was a true pleasure. She was careful and diligent in her approach, gracious and responsive in her communication. She is also a kind and pleasant personality to deal with which can go a long way during the stress of resolving...
  • The Attentiveness To Detail, Fast Turnaround, And Hands-On Advice And Expertise Goes Unmatched When Compared To Other Firms

    "The Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles has been our firm's go-to for legal services. The attentiveness to detail, fast turnaround, and hands-on advice and expertise goes unmatched when compared to other firms. It has been an absolute pleasure working with Jennifer and would highly recommend!" 
  • I Had A Time Sensitive Need And You Responded Immediately

    “I would recommend the Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles to family and friends, and feel comfortable putting you at the top of the list. I had a time sensitive need and you responded immediately and made yourself available at almost any hour to provide service.”
  • She Helped Me Reach An Out-Of-Court Settlement To My Satisfaction

    "Working with Jennifer Settles was a pleasure. She was very responsive and showed genuine concern for me as a client.  I knew I had to hire an attorney due to a dispute with my real estate business partner, and I'm so thankful I found her. Thanks to Jennifer's attention to detail, she helped me r...
  • Her Qualifications And Expertise Make Her An Ideal Addition To Any Deal Team

    "Jennifer Settles has been instrumental in helping me with two successful acquisitions. Her extensive knowledge and insights were crucial in drafting operating agreements and asset purchase agreements (APAs). Jennifer adeptly played the role of a dream deal team counselor, ensuring every detail w...
  • She Guided us Through a Couple of Potentially Deal-Killing Issues

    “When we received an offer for our business, I knew I needed a good attorney. I asked my broker to recommend someone with the right background for our transaction. Jennifer came with my broker's  highest recommendations.  I knew immediately that I had chosen the right person. She is sharp. She gu...
  • She Delivered Exactly What I Was Looking For

    "Jennifer was top notch. We were in need of a Pre-Construction agreement and she delivered exactly what I was looking for. Very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Will definitely use her services again."
  • Easy To Work With And Fair In Pricing

    "I have worked with Jennifer on two different projects and have been happy both times. Recently she handled all of the legal work for the sale and transfer of a business that included real estate. At the onset, she asked sufficient questions to obtain a grasp of the situation. During the process ...
  • Meticulous Job, From Start to Finish

    "Jennifer's work on this project was extremely thorough; I felt lucky to have the opportunity to work with someone who was both very experienced in contract law, and who also fully understood the nature of the project and did a meticulous job from start to finish. I look forward to working with h...
  • Without Hesitation, We Would Recommend Your Services To Friends And Family

    "From start to finish, our experience with the Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles was nothing short of exemplary. We felt well-informed and supported throughout the entire transaction. Your ability to simplify complex legal matters and ensure we were comfortable with each step was truly reassuring...
  • You Caught Important Details That Others Missed

    “Jennifer, you were one of the most important actors of my deal. You provided exceptional legal support before and during the deal. I never felt uncomfortable or insecure when it came to legal aspects, thanks to you.     You were there to clear things and provide great support. If I had a differe...
  • She Understood Right Away What My Nevada Corporate Issues Were

    "I retained Jennifer for a Nevada corporation matter, and she was fantastic. She responded to me quickly.  She understood right away what my corporate issues in Nevada were. And she proposed strategies and solutions to me.  Jennifer was efficient to complete the engagement.  The end result was ex...
  • I Felt Like Our Needs Were A Priority

    "I worked with Jennifer on the acquisition of our company, and she was great to work with. She was professional, quick to respond, and handled the complexities of the transaction with confidence. Throughout the process, I felt like I was in good hands and that our needs were a priority. I'd recom...
  • She Delivered Monumentally

    "Working with Jennifer Settles was an absolute pleasure. I wanted to close this deal in the shortest amount of time possible, so speed and efficiency in exchanging documents with the buyer, were very important. She delivered monumentally. She is fast, accurate and on point. I am extremely satisfi...
  • I Didn’t Want A Lawyer Who Would Simply Tell Me "Yes". She Challenged Some Of My Perspectives, And Every Challenge Turned Out To Be Correct

    "My overall experience working with Jennifer was nothing short of flawless.  From my first phone call she demonstrated a desire to understand our predicament and move forward immediately.  The firm's response to deliverables was quick and concise.   There were occasions when we spoke towards the...
  • The Process Was Smooth, Efficient, and Stress-Free

    "When we decided to purchase a company, we knew the legal complexities could be overwhelming. Thankfully, we partnered with the Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Jennifer ensured we were well-informed at every step, explaining each part of...
  • She Has A Knack For Explaining Complex Legal Concepts In Understandable Terms

    "My experience working with Jennifer Settles has been outstanding.  Her expertise in business transactions has been invaluable to my clients who have sold their businesses. Jennifer keeps everyone well-informed and supported throughout the entire process. Her professionalism and responsiveness a...
  • It Was Exceptional How Methodically You Worked Through All The Curveballs Thrown Into The Deal

    “Our experience working with [the Law Office of Jennifer M. Settles] was extremely positive, and I can say unequivocally that we could not have had the business sale we had - both in terms of favorableness in the deal, as well as smoothness of the transaction itself - without you. It felt so reas...
  • Jennifer Is Absolutely One Of The Best Attorneys I Know

    “Jennifer has been monumental for our companies. Her counsel has allowed us to successfully execute our business plan for our projects. She has represented us on over [$xxx.00 MM] worth of real estate deals and continues to do so. Jennifer is absolutely one of the best attorneys I know and couldn...
  • Jennifer Is Thorough, Very Responsive, and Extremely Knowledgeable

    "Jennifer is fantastic! I have been searching for a great attorney for a while. Jennifer is thorough, very responsive, and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend her!"   
  • Jennifer Is Best In Class

    "Jennifer is best in class. If there were expectations, she exceeded them."   
  • We Recommend Jennifer As A Highly Qualified Business And Real Estate Attorney

    ‍"Jennifer is amazing to work with. Her expertise covers many areas beyond real estate. She has successfully helped us with various lease agreements, commercial and corporate contracts, affidavits, deeds, and many more. She's always been there to answer our questions and provide timely revisions ...
  • She Is Very Easy To Work With And Definitely Provided The Expertise I Was Seeking

    "Jennifer is a very knowledgeable and skilled attorney. She is very easy to work with and definitely provided the expertise I was seeking. Will use her again no question."