Kerley & Talken PC — Local services in Springfield

Kim Talken is representing me in my divorce. I never imagined I would be going through this less than 2 years after my daughter was born but I am. There are several things I have learned in this process, and it's not just legal stuff. First.... any attorney can go through the motions of filing paperwork and figuring out child support. The court has a standard form for a divorce, and child support is based on a formula. The court also has a cut and paste form for a parenting plan. Simply fill out these forms and you can be divorced, and you get what the court decides. You can go that route, but I don't recommend it. Divorce is not black and white like thedocuments that are filed. When you get divorced you will make decisions that are best for you and your ex will do the same. Then it's time to figure out what's best for the kids (you can't take care of anyone without taking care of yourself) You need a lawyer who understands that. A lawyer who has the experience to know that winning is about fighting for what's important to you, not about bashing your ex. That's Kim. She asks you in the consultation what winning looks like. What's important. And what's important to you becomes important to her. She won't take up a fight she can't win, but will fight like hell for the ones she can win. A good lawyer knows the difference. A good lawyer won't let you spend time and money on a bunch of stuff you won't win. It not only angers judges but it's expensive, and Kim does her absolute best to control costs while fighting for what's right. My case is still ongoing, and my ex claims to have spent 15,000 dollars so far... I've spent 3500. My case has started ugly, and gotten uglier, she has always been the professional. I'm sure I have upset her in this process, I know I have dropped stuff on her at the last minute (unfortunately we can't always control that) but it was all taken in stride, and handled like it was her emergency too. I'm not sure how my case is going to work out.. winning for me is seeing my daughter as much as possible while living out of state. If I lose it's going to be because of my situation, not because we are out worked, or under prepared. If you have to go through a divorce and i pray you don't..... hire a lawyer that cares. ...

When I was in the beginning stages of my divorce, I thought we could be cordial and do it without attorneys. I was very wrong. I ended up in a scary situation where I needed to hire an attorney asap, as in that day! I called so many. No one could meet with me for at least a week or 2. Kim met me within a few hours. She understood the seriousness of the situation and immediately met with me and took action. My divorce was hard on me, but any time I ever needed anything she was always available to help. Fast forward a year after my divorce was finalized. I found that there were serious and unsafe issues with visitation. Kim took action again! She has advocated for both me and my child and has been absolutely amazing. She fights for what is right and she is compassionate and understanding about your situation. She’s not just after money, she genuinely cares about making sure that your family gets what they deserve and that everyone is safe. I also cannot say enough about her paralegal, Kathy. I’ve spoken to her so much throughout this I feel like she personally knows me lol. She has talked me through so many situations and quite frankly calmed me when I was scared or upset. She’s great and is also genuine and cares about your situation. These two ladies make a great team. If you want an attorney who will fight for you and do what is right for you and your family, look no...

Horrible communication from John Kerley. At times, it would take weeks for him to get back to us after leaving multiple emails or voicemails. Was told multiple different things along the way, and then would contradict himself at a later time. Did not keep us posted about anything that was transpiring. Would...