Jennafer Wagner is the Director of Programs at the Family Violence Appellate Project, where she leads appellate legal strategy to protect domestic violence survivors. A Columbia Law School graduate, she has dedicated her career since 1997 to public interest law, previously working with homeless and low-income individuals.
She was honored with a California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year (CLAY) award in 2018 for her influential work in family law. Her efforts have contributed to 39 published appellate opinions that have helped shape Californias domestic violence laws.
Jennafer Wagner
Director of Programs at Family Violence Appellate Project
Oakland, California, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Appellate Law
Her work focuses exclusively on domestic violence appeals, helping survivors challenge trial court decisions and shaping favorable case law for future victims.
Domestic Violence Prevention
Leads a non-profit dedicated to ensuring the safety of domestic violence survivors and their children through legal advocacy.
Access to Justice
Actively involved in cases arguing that the lack of court reporters for low-income litigants is a violation of their constitutional rights.
Media Appearances
Jennafer has no verified media appearances
Work History
2-2013
Director of Programs at Family Violence Appellate Project
2-2013 - 1-2016
Senior Attorney at Family Violence Appellate Project
2011 - 2013
Staff Attorney at Nevada Legal Services
11-2008 - 12-2010
Staff Attorney at Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless
12-2005 - 5-2008
Staff Attorney at Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc.
1997 - 2004
Senior Attorney at Mental Health Advocacy Project
Education
1994 - 1997
Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Columbia Law School
1991 - 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Mt. St. Mary's College
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Location : Oakland, California, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director of Programs at Family Violence Appellate Project
