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The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC

Family law attorney · Ballwin, MO · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%94+55.2Reliability 26%94+24.5Value 15%93+14.2Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 94Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 65 child custody lawyersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 73%
5.0 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · 2 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.88★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC at a glance

Reviewers of The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC describe the firm as professional, efficient, and responsive during divorce, custody, and modification proceedings. Clients frequently highlight the attorney's clear communication, strategic preparation, and ability to explain complex legal concepts while maintaining a calm demeanor. Most feedback praises the firm's affordability and thorough attention to detail, with one four-star reviewer noting a relatively disappointing experience despite acknowledging the attorney did their best with the available information.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 36 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 36 Google reviews (28 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 26, 2026.
  • Service: Child Custody Lawyer serving Ballwin, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other child custody lawyers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: value.

Satisfaction94Reliability94Craft & service97Value93Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 94 (median 89)Reliability: 94 (median 84)Craft & service: 97 (median 98)Value: 93 (median 91)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
This companyChild Custody Lawyers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
94
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
97
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
93
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Law Offices of Jill Puertas LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 73.–
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Star ratings

36 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3597%
  • 4 stars13%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 28 written reviews

  • Praise5797%
  • Complaints23%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend1627%
  • Staff & attitude1424%
  • Speed & response1220%
  • Quality & results814%
  • Price & value610%
  • Communication23%
  • Honesty & trust12%

What customers talk about

We read 28 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I highly recommend working with her for family law needs.”
  • “Overall, I think she is a great attorney; knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to her clients, and I’m grateful for the work she did on my daugh…”
  • “She was very thoughtful, prompt and extremely efficient.”
  • “I genuinely believe that she did an excellent job representing me and securing an outcome that was fair and well thought out based on the information…”
  • “…id an excellent job representing me and securing an outcome that was fair and well thought out based on the information available at the time.…”
  • “Jill is very professional and easy to work with.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Jennette2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Excellent family law attorney. Well prepared, strategic, collaborative, and organized. I strongly recommend her.

Ana5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I had a great experience working with Jill. She was very thoughtful, prompt and extremely efficient. Not only did she feel like a lawyer but also as a friend who supported and encouraged me throught the process. I would highly recommend her!

Tyler3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Jill was incredibly professional to work with. She responded and provided great context to options quickly and was effective and efficient in the process. I highly recommend working with her for family law needs.

Katerina3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Working with Jill has been a real pleasure. She exudes calmness, which really helps me relax and feel less stressed. She’s incredibly detailed, always quick to respond, and she never compromises on quality. Her dedication is a huge asset when dealing with family law issues. I can’t recommend her enough!

Kay12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

The help my daughter received from Jill Puertas Law office was superb! We are very pleased, especially the reasonable invoice. Jill, thank you very much for your time and support. Happy holidays! Best regards, Kay Cummings

Jenna4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Jill is incredible to work with. She is extremely responsive to anything no matter how big or small. She plays things by the book and is very realistic about what will and will not happen, but also advocates hard for her clients. She will do what she can to keep your costs as low as possible, but happy to get…

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 36 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jennette Duncan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jennette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent family law attorney. Well prepared, strategic, collaborative, and organized. I strongly recommend her.

Ana Anazco5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a great experience working with Jill. She was very thoughtful, prompt and extremely efficient. Not only did she feel like a lawyer but also as a friend who supported and encouraged me throught the process. I would highly recommend her!

Tyler Bruner3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tyler has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jill was incredibly professional to work with. She responded and provided great context to options quickly and was effective and efficient in the process. I highly recommend working with her for family law needs.

Hannah S9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Since I can no longer edit my previous review, I felt convicted to come back and provide an updated review. As I continue navigating the legal process surrounding motions to modify and contempt proceedings, I’ve gained a much better understanding of family law and have come to appreciate just how effectively my attorney handled my case. Looking back, there were aspects of the agreement that I initially felt could have been addressed differently, but I now recognize that my perspective at the time was shaped by my own limited understanding of how these situations unfold in practice. To wish for additional safeguards would require one of us to have the ability to know the future, and unfortunately that’s simply not the case. I genuinely believe that she did an excellent job representing me and securing an outcome that was fair and well thought out based on the information available at the time. Family law is complicated, and as I’ve learned more about the process, I’ve come to realize that many of my frustrations were not the result of poor representation, but rather my own lack of experience with the legal system. Overall, I think she is a great attorney; knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to her clients, and I’m grateful for the work she did on my daughter and I’s behalf. Thank you, Jill. All the best, Hannah

Katerina Alexandropoulos3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Katerina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Working with Jill has been a real pleasure. She exudes calmness, which really helps me relax and feel less stressed. She’s incredibly detailed, always quick to respond, and she never compromises on quality. Her dedication is a huge asset when dealing with family law issues. I can’t recommend her enough!

Hannah SprengelLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had contemplated making this review but I believe heavily in vetting a company, person, or business prior to entering into agreement with them. This is solely for educational purposes and not to slander my attorney, because I believe she did her best with what she had. I am simply sharing my experience in hopes it can help someone else make an informed decision. I had a relatively disappointing experience with my divorce attorney and would not recommend her for cases involving serious safety concerns or substance abuse issues. My case was not a typical divorce. My ex-husband has an ongoing history of drug use, including using substances around our children for the better half of the last year. The situation escalated to the point where drugs entered our 4yo daughter’s system. I also had recorded evidence of him admitting to drugging me by putting his substance of choice in my water bottle the night I called the police on him for using in our home around our children. Despite this, my attorney refused to listen to the full recording and repeatedly dismissed my concerns. She approached the case as if it were a standard civil dispute between two adults, completely overlooking the very real safety risks and the evidence I had. She recommended that I agree to stipulations that felt unreasonable and not in the best interest of my child, suggesting that a judge would likely side with my ex-husband. Given the severity of the circumstances and the evidence available, I strongly disagreed with that assessment and did not feel properly represented or advocated for. I wish I would’ve pressed charges and proceeded with the restraining order and taken a chance in front of a judge. As a result, I am now in a position where I have to spend additional time and money to pursue a post-judgment modification to correct terms I felt misguided into accepting—specifically related to residency restrictions that could impact custody, when while I would somewhat understand her stance on this stipulation if school were a factor, our daughter is 4 and hasn’t even started school yet. While the final agreement does include protections—such as limited supervised visitation and requirements for drug testing before any custody rights are granted—these outcomes came despite, not because of, the level of advocacy I expected from my attorney. If your case involves complex issues like substance abuse, child safety, or requires strong advocacy, I would strongly encourage you to carefully consider whether this attorney is the right fit.

Kay Cummings12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The help my daughter received from Jill Puertas Law office was superb! We are very pleased, especially the reasonable invoice. Jill, thank you very much for your time and support. Happy holidays! Best regards, Kay Cummings

Alex Rohr7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jill is very professional and easy to work with.

Jenna Yasinev4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jill is incredible to work with. She is extremely responsive to anything no matter how big or small. She plays things by the book and is very realistic about what will and will not happen, but also advocates hard for her clients. She will do what she can to keep your costs as low as possible, but happy to get involved in anything you want. Highly recommend working with Jill.

Lisa Murphy5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jill handled my divorce with professionalism considering the attorney that she had to work with was VERY slow in response and action. She continually followed up to push him to answer. I greatly appreciated everything she did, and I highly recommend her! Plus, she is very affordable!!!

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