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.

Through 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, he’s dedicated his life to helping others understand the need for long-term planning, the importance of having a plan in place for one’s family, and the options available to people who are faced with life’s unexpected events. Steve is passionate about helping families and individuals create a plan to protect themselves, their families, and the assets they have worked their entire life to accumulate while also preserving their legacy and dignity during the aging process.

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, and the Northern Kentucky Bar Association, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Academy of Special Needs Planners, the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils, and the Northern Kentucky Association of Estate Planners & Councils.

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