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Columbus Family Law Attorney
Every family goes through tough times. But when your family’s needs require legal advice, such as for child custody enforcement, marriage dissolution, or divorce, you need a family law attorney with experience who truly cares about you. Your attorney should listen carefully to your concerns and answer questions in terms you can understand. You should also be able to trust your lawyer to fight for your best interests when seeking solutions to complex and emotional family problems.
At the heart of our law firm are three core tenets that drive everything we do: Empathy, Solutions, and Advocacy. We recognize the emotional toll that family law issues can take and are committed to treating every client with respect and understanding. We listen carefully to your concerns and work to ease the stress of the legal process so you can focus on what matters most — your family’s future. At Carpenter Family Law, we pride ourselves on finding creative, practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we are dedicated to helping families resolve disputes efficiently and effectively, always keeping your goals at the forefront.
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Can Our Family Law Firm Help You?
Carpenter Family Law LLC is dedicated to guiding families through some of life’s most challenging transitions with compassion, integrity, and skill. With over two decades of experience in family law, our firm understands that every family’s situation is unique and requires a personalized approach. Whether you are navigating a divorce, child custody dispute, or other family law matters, our mission is to provide clear, practical legal advice and effective representation to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your family. Our firm is a tireless advocate for your rights and interests. We are committed to standing by your side every step of the way, ensuring you feel empowered and informed throughout the legal process. From initial consultation to final resolution, you can count on us to be a strong and unwavering ally.
If you’re facing a family law matter, don’t navigate it alone. Call us today at 614-553-0260 to schedule your complimentary 30-minute phone consultation. Let us provide the guidance and support you need to move forward with confidence and peace of mind.
Focused—We have focused our legal practice on family law for over two decades, so our legal team can handle almost any case that may come up. Our experience allows us to recognize issues that may arise before they happen. We work to develop strategies and plans that help our clients through challenging family law matters.
Honest – We believe a client should be able to trust their attorney, and we live by this belief in every interaction. We represent our clients truthfully and are upfront about the challenges and decisions that may arise. At Carpenter Family Law LLC, we can trust that you are getting truthful answers, allowing you to make the best decisions at every step.
Advocates – At our law firm, we are committed to representing the interests of each client. Our clients look to us to fight on their behalf, and we honor this commitment, whether the family is going through mediation, negotiations, or a court battle.
Creative – We understand that the same old answers are not always appropriate in every family law matter. We use creative solutions to help clients avoid litigation as much as possible, allowing them to resolve critical issues and return to their lives.
Experienced – Our founding attorney has been certified as a family law specialist in Ohio and has earned several awards for her service in the local community and beyond, including Columbus CEO Top Attorneys in Family Law and Ohio Super Lawyer. At our law firm, you can trust that each recommendation and interaction is based on decades of experience and backed by a record of success.
Caring – One of the most important reasons to hire our law firm is our care and dedication to each client. We promise to listen compassionately to your story and offer the emotional support you need during these challenging times.
Focused - Kendra Carpenter has focused her legal practice on family law for over two decades, so our legal team to handle almost any case that may come up. Our experience allows us to recognize issues that may arise before they happen. We work to develop strategies and plans that help our clients through challenging family law matters.
Honest - We believe a client should be able to trust their attorney, and we live by this belief in every interaction. We represent our clients truthfully and are upfront about the challenges and decisions that may arise. At Carpenter Family Law LLC, we can trust that you are getting truthful answers, allowing you to make the best decisions at every step.
Advocates - At our law firm, we are committed to representing the interests of each client. Our clients look to us to fight on their behalf, and we honor this commitment, whether the family is going through mediation, negotiations, or a court battle.
Creative - Attorney Carpenter understands that the same old answers are not always appropriate in every family law matter. We use creative solutions to help clients avoid litigation as much as possible, allowing them to resolve critical issues and return to their lives.
Experienced- Our founding attorney has been certified as a family law specialist in Ohio and has earned several awards for her service in the local community and beyond, including Columbus CEO Top Attorneys in Family Law and Ohio Super Lawyer. At our law firm, you can trust that each recommendation and interaction is based on decades of experience and backed by a record of success.
Caring- One of the most important reasons to hire our law firm is our care and dedication to each client. We promise to listen compassionately to your story and offer the emotional support you need during these challenging times.
Q: What is the Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce?
A: Ohio law permits couples to end their marriage in several ways. Depending on the family’s needs and preferences, they may decide to legally separate, dissolve their marriage, or divorce. In a legal separation, the couple continues to stay married, although they divide their assets and develop a child custody plan as if they were ending the marriage. Dissolving a marriage requires the couple to decide every aspect of the dissolution amicably and may avoid excessive court interference. In a divorce, the marriage ends with a judge deciding many of the terms of the divorce. Family law attorneys are trained in each of these processes and can advise you on which path is right for you.
Q: What Decisions Do My Spouse and I Need to Make During Our Divorce?
A: Divorce is one of the most complicated of all family law matters. Couples must resolve critical issues, including division of the marital estate, creating a parenting plan, and handling child and spousal support. Some divorces are uncontested, meaning the couple agrees on every matter. However, many family law cases involve spouses who cannot agree on how to proceed. If you are in a complex divorce, you need help from a professional with legal experience to help you get a positive outcome. Your lawyer can help you negotiate favorable terms in mediation or represent you confidently before a family judge.
Q: What Should I Do if My Spouse Doesn’t Comply with their Child Support Obligations?
A: One of the most critical family law concerns occurs when an individual fails to uphold their court-ruled obligations according to the child support order. Failing to pay child support can deprive children of needed shelter and food, drastically affecting the custodial parent’s ability to offer the life they deserve. A spouse who does not pay child support may be held in contempt of court and even face criminal charges. Please get in touch with experienced family law attorneys to fight for your best interest in a child support battle.
Q: What Makes a Gray Divorce Different from Other Divorces?
A: A gray divorce involves couples who have been married for an extended period, usually over two decades. These cases can be more complicated than if a younger couple divorces for various reasons. First, after spending many years building their wealth, the couple probably has higher assets than in another divorce. Some couples have multiple homes, businesses, and other valuable assets that can be complicated to divide. Gray divorce is also complicated because of the emotional trauma of leaving a long-term marriage. The best lawyers offer emotional support at this difficult time.
Q: What Options Do I Have for Child Custody in Ohio?
A: Ohio judges try to make decisions in the children’s best interests in the divorce. This usually includes keeping both parents as part of the child’s life, except in cases of disability, child abuse, or neglect. Parental rights also play an essential role, with visitation rights for noncustodial parents being respected in the parenting plan. Many families use a shared parenting plan, where both parents are involved in the child’s upbringing. However, sole custody may be awarded to a parent whose spouse is abusive or cannot physically care for the children. Family lawyers work closely with clients and their children to determine the best scenario for everyone involved.
