Attorneys
The People Who'll Be in Your Corner
In family law, you're not hiring a logo. You're trusting specific people with the most personal facts of your life. Here's who you'd be working with.
When clients describe what made the difference, they rarely name a statute. They name a person—and often a paralegal or assistant alongside the attorney. The team is the product. So we'd rather you meet ours than read another list of practice areas.
Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
Valerie S. Kershaw
Partner
Valerie built her career on the belief that a steady hand matters as much as a sharp argument. A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, she is recognized nationally for her depth in family law. Clients describe her as thorough to a fault—the kind of attorney who sees the loose ends before they unravel and prepares for the issues most people don't know to worry about. Her approach combines rigorous preparation with clear, direct communication that keeps clients informed and confident throughout their case.
Focus Areas
Contested Divorce
Complex Property Division
Child Custody
Post-Decree Matters
Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
Suzanne Baumgardner
Partner
Suzanne is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers—a national fellowship recognizing depth in matrimonial law. Family law isn't a sideline for her; it's the work. Clients tend to describe her as both prepared and calm under pressure, the combination that tends to matter most when a case gets hard. Her depth of experience in Kentucky family law means she's seen nearly every scenario and knows how to navigate each one.
Focus Areas
High-Conflict Custody
Complex Divorce
Collaborative Practice
Spousal Maintenance
Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
Kami Brumley
Partner
Kami is the attorney clients single out for communication: diligent, responsive, and clear about what's happening and why. A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, she brings nationally recognized depth in family law to every case she handles. In a field where 'I never heard back' is the most common complaint people have about lawyers, that's not a small thing—it's the whole experience. Her commitment to keeping clients informed transforms what can be an overwhelming process into something manageable and clear.
Focus Areas
Custody & Parenting Time
Child Support
Mediation
Divorce
The Team Behind the Attorneys
Behind each attorney is a support team that keeps your case moving and your questions answered. They're the ones who often get a document filed quickly or return a call the same day. Clients routinely tell us our staff made the process feel manageable. You'll know their names too.
Frequently Asked Questions
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