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Your Northern Kentucky Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys

For nearly 10 years, the Jaeger Firm has been helping Northern Kentucky families plan for the future with personal, compassionate legal advice and strategy for every stage. Specializing in estate planning, elder law, probate administration and disability counseling, our family-focused attorneys offer personal, professional legal counsel to clients in all walks of life.

Steven R. Jaeger, ESQ

Northern Kentucky Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney

Throughout a long career in law, Steve Jaeger, Sr. has become renowned as an exceptional lawyer offering exemplary judgement and sound advice. Dedicated to his clients, community, and profession, Steve brings compassion, commitment, and a diverse background to the firm.

Before his appointment and election as judge in District Court in 1987, Steve served as an assistant county attorney for more than four years and was also an independent practitioner in general law for several years. He was elected as a Circuit Judge in 1995, where he remained until 2007. He served two terms as Chief District Judge and as Chief Circuit Judge in Kenton County and continued to hear cases as a Senior Status Judge from 2007 to 2010.

Steve graduated summa cum laude from Thomas More College before earning his JD from Salmon P. Chase College of Law. In addition to teaching law at the Kentucky Court of Justice Clerk and District/Circuit/Appellate Judicial Colleges and Xavier University, he’s been an instructor at Beckfield College since 1986. In 2002, he was appointed Interim Co-Chair of Paralegal Studies at Beckfield and lead instructor in 2009. In 2012, he became the interim Dean of the Paralegal Studies program. Steve has also taught Trial Advocacy and Advanced Trial Advocacy at Chase College of Law.

Steven R. Jaeger is currently licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the United States District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and the Northern Kentucky Bar Association.

An active member of the community, Steve’s time, knowledge, and expertise has been a valuable asset to the Northern Kentucky region. From 1997 to 2001, Steve was a key member of the Judicial Advisory Committee in the Governor’s Office of Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Services. He was chair of the Statewide Court Technology Committee from 1998 through 2009. He also chaired the Joint Workgroup of the Court of Justice, Kentucky Bar Association and Administrative Office of the Courts e-filing and e-processes initiative.

Steve has frequently volunteered his time to assist area schools in Mock Trial tournaments, where he has served as a judge. He also coached Knothole Baseball for 17 years and was a member of the Dixie Heights High School Band Boosters for 12 years, serving two terms as President.

Steven D. Jaeger, ESQ

Northern Kentucky Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney

Often described as down-to-earth and easy to talk to, Steven D. Jaeger is a founding member of the Jaeger Firm. He gets to know his clients on a personal level, dedicating his time and expertise to finding the perfect course of action for each individual case. Knowledgeable in multiple areas of law, Steve fosters trust in his professional relationships.

Through unique personal circumstances, Steve understands first-hand the need to plan for long-term care and estate issues. Diagnosed with several life-altering auto-immune disorders, Steve has been forced to face the likelihood that some day, he may need long-term care. That’s why he’s dedicated his life to learning more about the law in order to help others like him understand the need for long-term planning and the options available to families planning for the unexpected. Steve is passionate about helping families and individuals create a plan to protect themselves and their families and preserve their legacies.

With a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University, he’s licensed to practice law in the United States Supreme Court, the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the United States District Court: Eastern District of Kentucky, and the following Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal: the First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits.

Steve is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association, the Kentucky Justice Association, and the Federal Bar Association. He’s also a life member of the National Rifle Association (NRA) and actively defends the 2nd Amendment right to keep and bear arms. And like any good Kentuckian, Steve is an avid fan of UK basketball, horse racing and Kentucky bourbon

Amanda Oaks

Administrative Assistant

Friendly, caring, and helpful, Amanda is ready to answer your call. Since 2016, Amanda has served as the paralegal and office manager at the Jaeger Firm, handling day-to-day business operations.

Amanda works side-by-side with the attorneys on clients’ cases, assisting in document review and preparation, case research, and client questions. She works closely with each and every client, updating them on the status of their case, scheduling appointments, and managing clients’ financial accounts.

A lifelong resident of Northern Kentucky, Amanda is an avid crafter and runs her own booths at various craft fairs in the area. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Northern Kentucky and cherishes free time spent with her family.

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Steven R. Jaeger, ESQ

Northern Kentucky Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney

Steven D. Jaeger, ESQ

Northern Kentucky Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney

Amanda Oaks

Administrative Assistant