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Jenna L. Heavner

Jenna L. Heavner
  • Attorney/Partner
  • Certified Family Law Specialist, Mediator
  • Collaborative Divorce Professional, Guardian ad Litem and Parent Coordinator

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Practice Areas

  • Divorce & Family Law
  • Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

Biography

Jenna L. Heavner isn’t just a lawyer — she’s a powerful advocate, a trusted guide, and a deeply compassionate presence during life’s most pivotal transitions. As a partner at Hollingsworth Law Group, Jenna brings not only a wealth of experience and expertise but also a deep well of empathy, creativity, and calm strength. Whether navigating a high-asset divorce, negotiating complex custody matters, or crafting a thoughtful estate plan, Jenna is a steady hand and a fierce protector of what matters most.

Jenna is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the Family Law Certification Board— a distinction that reflects her elite level of knowledge, skill, and commitment to excellence in the field. She is also a top-rated Super Lawyer, a seasoned family law mediator, and a trained collaborative divorce professional. Additionally, Jenna is a dedicated parent coordinator (“PC”) and serves as a court-appointed guardian ad litem (“GAL”). With her vast experience helping families through life’s transitions, she is an incredible asset to our clients. And, although she deeply believes in resolving conflict with dignity, clarity, and heart whenever possible, Jenna is an experienced trial lawyer, ready to fight for her clients in court when necessary.

With over a decade of experience, Jenna’s practice spans the full spectrum of family law — from contested and uncontested divorces, custody, parenting time, and child support issues to guardianships, protective orders, adoptions, military divorces, and prenuptial/postnuptial agreements. She’s also highly skilled and experienced in assisting clients with trusts and estate planning issues. Jenna is available to assist our family law clients by modifying wills and examining estate planning strategies as they begin their new lives after divorce; and she brings all clients peace of mind concerning their legacy and loved ones.

Jenna is the very first attorney to be invited into partnership at Hollingsworth Law Group — a decision rooted not only in her legal excellence but in her extraordinary character. Her integrity, intellect, and deep compassion have been admired by founding partner, Kena Hollingsworth, for years. Jenna’s decision to join the firm as a partner is seen as an incredible gift — to the HLG team, and most importantly, to the clients the firm is honored to serve.

In every case, Jenna’s approach is strategic yet human-centered. She’s earned a reputation for being both exceptionally prepared and deeply present — a rare combination that leaves clients feeling heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way.

Originally from a small farming community in southern Indiana, Jenna has called Indianapolis home since law school. She’s married to a local firefighter, and together they are raising four amazing kids. That blend of real-life perspective, legal brilliance, and unwavering heart is exactly what makes Jenna such a perfect fit at HLG — and such a remarkable advocate for the clients we serve.

Education

  • Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana
    • J.D.
  • Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
    • B.A.
    • Honors: With highest honors
  • Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
    • B.S.
    • Honors: With highest honors
  • Vincennes University
    • A.S.
    • Honors: summa cum laude

Bar Admissions

  • Indiana, 2012

Professional Associations

  • Indianapolis Bar Association, Former Executive Committee Chair of Family Law Section; Family Law Section; Women and the Law Division; Estate Planning and Administration Section
  • Indiana State Bar Association, Family & Juvenile Law Section; Solo & Small Firm Section; Probate, Trust & Real Property Section
  • Hamilton County Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Indiana Chapter of Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
  • Central Indiana Association of Collaborative Professionals

Honors

  • Indiana Super Lawyer, 2023 to present
  • Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2020-2022

Trainings & Certifications

  • Certified Family Law Specialist, as certified by the Family Law Certification Board
  • Registered Family Law Mediator
  • Collaborative Divorce Professional
  • Parenting Coordinator
  • Guardian ad Litem

Classes & Seminars

  • Preparing for a Guardian ad Litem Investigation, Indianapolis Bar Association
  • Civil and Family Law Mediation Updates, Dist. 10 Pro Bono Project
  • GAL: Giving Kids a Voice in the Courtroom, Indiana Paralegal Association
  • GALs and Their Role in the Courtroom, ICLEF

Past Positions

  • Kids’ Voice of Indiana, Guardian ad Litem Program
  • Judge William Hughes in Hamilton County Superior Court 3, Law Clerk