Attorney and mediation services provided by Tessa J. Bennett
and the best paralegal ever, Stephanie Porter.
Hi, I am Tessa, owner of Legacy Law Group. I founded the firm on the premise that working with an attorney can be a pleasant experience, even when the reason you need an attorney may not be pleasant. I believe everyone should have access to a lifetime legal adviser and strive to create that sort of relationship with our clients. Successful in that endeavor, our clients are comfortable contacting us with questions long after we have resolved the initial legal matter that brought them through our doors.
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While my formal title is attorney, I refer to myself as a child avenger because even though I am typically hired by parents in custody disputes, I assure each client their child is my true focus. My goal in every case is to shield kiddos from the ugliness that often comes with litigation and to create custody schedules in their best interest, not those simply convenient for the parents.
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Coming from a divorced family, I have firsthand experience with what children suffer when parents separate, including navigating parental conflict and adjusting to life in two homes. I have also been in a blended family marriage and through the divorce process myself so I understand and appreciate the heartache and stress that can come with sharing custodial time, especially for holidays, and having your ex's new significant other parent your child.
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I understand what you are going through. I care. I treat all my cases as if they are my own, affecting my child. I will be your biggest advocate, in and outside the courtroom, but know I will give you the advice you need, not just what you want to hear. I will advise you as I would my best friend based upon the circumstances of your case, good and bad, so you can make an informed decision that is best for you and your family.
"Some people belie​ve holding on and hanging in there are signs of strength. However, ​there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it."
​- Ann Landers
When that time comes, Legacy Law Group is here for you. We will help you remain strong.
Meet Chewie
I am a dog momma, so expect to get some love and hopefully enjoy a sense of peace when you come to the office and meet my baby, Chewie, enjoying his first ice cream cone in the pic to the left. You'll find us together outside the office as much as in, soaking up the sun, dominating trivia and board games with friends and family (attorney - duh!), and traveling every chance we get.