Jennie Cone
Senior Counsel
Email: jennie@csyfamilylaw.com
Phone: 415-259-5885
With experience in nearly every facet of a family law case, Jennifer brings a wealth of institutional knowledge to all of her cases. She pairs this knowledge with a commitment to thoughtful and purposeful representation.
Jennifer’s philosophy is to start by listening to clients, identifying their chief concerns, and determining optimal outcomes. She then provides her clients with thoughtful advice and compassionate counsel tailored to their unique circumstances. Keeping the client informed and working strategically with opposing counsel allows Jennifer to find avenues for settlement when achievable while simultaneously preparing the case for litigation.
“While litigation is sometimes necessary, I find the bigger challenge and the greater thrill is negotiating a good settlement that will aid the client and his or her family for years in the future.”
Jennifer obtained her Bachelor’s in Film and Digital Media from UC Santa Cruz and graduated on the Dean’s List from Santa Clara University for her J.D. Before starting at Cardwell Steigerwald Young, LLP, Jennifer worked for several years at family law firms in Silicon Valley and San Diego, California. Most recently she was Senior Counsel at another prominent San Francisco famly law firm. There she handled high-conflict litigation involving custody, support, and property division. She further gained experience with complex financial matters, including issues of allocation of stock options/RSUs, business interests, resolving separate property interests, and support awards. Jennifer brings these skills to her clients at Cardwell Steigerwald Young and works tirelessly to meet her client’s goals. Her clients find her responsive, diligent and determined to get results.
Awards and Distinctions
- 2021, 2022, 2023, Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
Professional Associations and Memberships
- State Bar of California
- San Mateo County Bar Association
- Santa Clara County Bar Association
Education
- University of California, Santa Cruz, B.A., Film and Digital Media, 2005
- Santa Clara University School of Law, J.D., 2012
