Attorney
Jill Hetherington
Jill Hetherington joined The Center for Family Law as a law clerk in 2021, and as an attorney in 2024. She concentrates her practice in the areas of family law and estate planning.
Jill was born and raised in St. Louis. She was a high school art teacher for three years before attending law school at Saint Louis University. Outside of the office, Jill enjoys trying new and unique local restaurants, painting, and being an active member of the St. Louis Hills Neighborhood Association.
I am passionate about practicing family law it allows me to make a meaningful impact in people's lives during their most vulnerable moments. Helping families navigate complex challenges and find solutions that foster understanding and healing is truly rewarding.
Professional Background & Community Involvement
- The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (Young Lawyers Division)
- The Missouri Bar Association
- Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater St. Louis
- St. Louis Hills Neighborhood Association
- Estate Planning Council of St. Louis
Education & Bar Admission
- Licensed to practice law in Missouri since 2024
- St. Louis University School of Law
- Missouri State, B.A. (Art & Education), 2017
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The Center for Family Law celebrates Courtney Green's recognition at the 2026 Missouri Lawyers Media Women’s Justice Awards in the Mentor category, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the legal profession and her commitment to the development of attorneys starting their careers. The 28th annual Women’s Justice Awards on April 16, 2026 celebrated women across Missouri who exemplify leadership, integrity, service, and excellence in advancing the quality of justice. Honorees are selected from diverse sectors of the legal community, including private practice, the judiciary, public service, academia, and nonprofit leadership. The Mentor Award is presented to experienced legal professionals who have played a meaningful role in shaping the careers of emerging attorneys. Throughout Courtney's career, which she has spent with The Center for Family Law, she has demonstrated a deep dedication to mentorship, offering guidance, encouragement, and opportunities to those entering the profession, both in and out of the firm. Courtney has been devoted to fostering professional growth and helping cultivate the confidence and skills of future leaders in the law. Please join us in congratulating Courtney on this well-deserved recognition. We are honored to have her as part of our firm and grateful for the example she sets within our profession and community.
Once again, The Center for Family Law has been ranked as a 2024 "Best Law Firm" by U.S. News & World Reports in the area of family law in St. Louis.
Congratulations to Courtney and all of the BAMSL Law Day 2023 Award Recipients. The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL) has selected attorney Courtney Green as one of three attorneys to receive the 2022-2023 Young Lawyers Division Award of Merit (YLD). This award is given to YLD members to recognize their service to the organization. Courtney has been a YLD board member since 2020, serving as chairperson of Read Across America and chairperson for Motion for Kids. This is Courtney’s second time receiving the YLD Award of Merit. The Firm could not be more proud of Courtney’s continued commitment and dedication to serving the bar and STL community. BAMSL will recognize the winners of the YLD Award of Merit at the Law Day Awards Ceremony on May 1, 2023, at the Missouri Athletic Club. Illinois Attorney General Kwane Raoul is the event’s keynote speaker. What is Law Day? Law Day is an annual event taking place across the nation on May 1 to recognize the rule of law. Established in 1958 by President Eisenhower, Law Day is celebrated by bar groups, courts, schools, and community organizations worldwide. Law Day aims to recognize and educate Americans about how the legal process strives to protect our freedoms and achieve justice for all. Click this link to learn more about Law Day.