jena@jonesdivorcelaw.com
587-393-8069
Jena completed her Bachelor of Social Work and Juris Doctor degrees at the University of Manitoba, in 2012 and 2015, respectively. While in law school, Jena volunteered at the Legal Help Centre of Winnipeg and was awarded the Kim Clare Access to Justice Award. Jena was a summer student and subsequently articled at the renowned law firm of Taylor McCaffrey LLP in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she practiced exclusively in the area of family law before relocating to Calgary, Alberta.
Jena’s social work background brings a unique skillset to the resolution of family law disputes, as she understands the emotional complexities that accompany family law matters. Jena works with and on behalf of her clients to reach a resolution to their legal matters; and she aims to reduce the conflict that spouses and families encounter while going through a separation and divorce.
Jena is comfortable representing clients through a variety of forms of dispute resolution, including litigation, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. For parties who are looking to engage in alternative dispute resolution outside of the court system, Jena offers services as a Parenting Coordinator with arbitration authority, as well as Mediator.
Jena has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Canada as “One to Watch” for 2024, 2025 and 2026, and was selected as a “Alberta Family Law Rising Star” in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide. Jena is currently serving as an elected Executive member on the Canadian Bar Association’s – Alberta Branch Family Law (South) Section.
