Top Divorce Lawyers Near Me in Salem Area

Originally from Salem, Indiana, my husband and I moved to Wisconsin in 2000 where I obtained my law degree from Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee in 2003.  Admitted to the State Bar of Wisconsin in May of 2003, I practiced law in Wisconsin until 2009 when I returned home to Indiana.  While in Wisconsin I handled complex litigation matters including fire/explosion cases and auto liability issues.  Upon returning to my hometown, and obtaining my license to practice law in Indiana in 2009, I have gained experience in many areas of the law including divorce, child custody, guardianship, bankruptcy and criminal defense, plus many more.. I opened my own law firm, Hunt Rippey Law, located in Salem, Indiana with attorney Johanna D. Rippey, on July 1, 2013.  We would more than happy to schedule an appointment with you to discuss any legal issues that you may have.. My husband Chris and I have two young boys and live on our "hobby" farm in the countryside of Washington County, Indiana with our dogs and herd of miniature donkeys.  We enjoy time with our family and friends, fishing, and relaxing around a bonfire.

Leonard is a highly experienced trial attorney who has an extensive criminal and civil litigation background.  His talent is making the legally complex simple to understand and telling your story in a compelling way to get you the very best results possible.  Winning your case means having an end game in mind and Leonard is always planning for that end game.  As an aside he is also an excellent marksman and does not pass up the opportunity to go shooting.  Sadly, his shooting skills have never helped him win a case.  Back to the legal stuff.  While Leonard is passionate about the criminal law and civil rights issues, what drives him is getting the very best results he can in any given situation.  Working towards the best achievable outcomes for his clients is his goal and the focus of his practice.  He is best known for thinking outside the box and coming up with creative ways to solve complex problems for his clients.  Leonard lives in Salem with his wife of twenty-nine years and his twelve-year-old son (an avid boy scout).  After law school, Leonard’s wife made him promise to use his powers for good and not evil.  Leonard is committed to that promise and will do the best job he can for his clients.  When he is not in the courtroom he spend time with his son who is a boy scout.. Leonard started his career as a prosecutor on the Oregon coast.  It was during his time as a prosecutor that he became well known for his expertise in criminal law and search and seizure law.  Leonard’s career took off as he was recruited by the Police Academy to lead and deliver cutting edge training to law enforcement.  Missing the courtroom, Leonard joined the Trial Division of the Oregon Department of Justice as a senior trial attorney litigating the most serious civil suits against the State of Oregon.  After becoming the Attorney-in-Charge of the Torts and Employment Section of the Trial Division, his litigation team achieved an unmatched trial success winning twenty-two trials out of twenty-three.  Leonard believes that the Government should at all times treat people fairly, within the bounds of the law and leave them with their dignity.

Lawyer. Litigator. Problem-solver. Negotiator. Peacemaker. Arguer. Bargainer. Troublemaker. Those are just a few of the titles thrown at Ryan Carty with some regularity. Ryan is a family law practitioner, which is the polite way to explain at a fancy dinner party that he is a divorce lawyer without the word divorce ever spilling out across the table. Ryan spends most of his days in court, preparing for court, or explaining to his clients why they should attempt to avoid court at all costs. Being in court -- litigating -- is what drew Ryan to the practice of family law. Ryan is no stranger to big stages. Ryan made his first front page newspaper headline when he was less than two weeks old. He fractured his skull (it was an accident!) before he could walk. He attended home school, private school, and public school. Ryan left private school halfway through his junior year of high school, despite his parents' best efforts to dissuade him, and transferred to one of the largest public high schools in Southwest Washington (State, not D.C.). Ryan was elected student body President less than five months after setting foot in the door. Ryan's first job was as a door-to-door salesman; he was 12. He started his own window washing business before he could drive a car. He spent time as a groundskeeper, bartender, and dog-walker. Ryan performed tooth extractions in Nicaragua. He laid roof in the Appalachians. And he has never lost an alpine skiing Lawyers are sometimes referred to as sharks, or blood-suckers. Ryan has played one of those on the big screen. A blood-sucker, not a shark. Ryan has died on film; he has killed on film; he has been yelled at by Michael Bay (not on film).2 Ryan was in a punk rock band for a short period of time, but got out before getting some smokin' tattoos. He sang tenor 2 in an all-male choir (also leaving before acquiring any tattoos). He played Nathan Detroit in a college production of Guys & Dolls despite having never gambled in a casino in his life. Ryan is married to the love of his life. They have three amazingly wonderful boys who sometimes simultaneously drive them crazy and make them crazy proud to be their parents. Ryan's boss once told Ryan that he is a better family law lawyer because he has kids of his own, which means Ryan understands just how important issues like custody and parenting time really are to his clients. And Ryan can appreciate that yelling at your child doesn't mean you're a bad parent. By the same token, Ryan believes that life experience is what makes good lawyers great lawyers. Ryan's life experiences are the reason he is one of only two private lawyers in the State of Oregon to currently serve in an advisory role to the Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court on matters pertaining to family law. Ryan's life experiences propelled him in to a position in which he finds himself regularly testifying before the Oregon Legislature on behalf of the Oregon State Bar regarding proposed family law legislation. Ryan's life experiences are why you want him by your side.. 1. Ryan has never actually participated in an alpine skiing race. 2. Is there anyone who has worked in the film industry who hasn't been yelled at by Michael Bay?

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David was born and raised in the Roanoke Valley; the son of a Registered Nurse and a Roanoke City Police Officer, he spent his childhood in Salem and attended Glenvar High School. After graduating, he went on to attend Virginia Tech where he received degrees in both Finance and Accounting. After graduation, David worked as an accountant in both the public and private sectors but decided the law was his true calling and went on to attend Washington & Lee University School of Law, where he graduated with honors at the top of his class in 2010. David then began his legal career as a Judicial Clerk for the 23rd Circuit of the Commonwealth of Virginia. In 2011, David began working and training with his mentor, Richard Lee Lawrence. After Richard's passing in March 2012, David took on a variety of cases and gained knowledge and experience in his own practice. In late 2012, David accepted a position with a small firm in Roanoke, Virginia where he worked until 2015, when he joined Gilbert, Bird & Weston, PC.. David is a litigator who loves being in court on any type of case from civil and business litigation to family and criminal law. David has acquired a passion for cases in which most attorneys would find exceedingly difficult or overly complicated. David is a problem solver and is a true advocate for his clients, both in and out of the Courtroom, if a problem can't be resolved in settlement, David is an aggressive litigator. David has tried cases in various jurisdictions across the state in Juvenile and Domestic Court, General District Court and Circuit Court: Roanoke City, Roanoke County, Salem, Botetourt County, Bedford County, Franklin County, Craig County, Alleghany County, and Montgomery County. David has handled civil, criminal and traffic infractions in Federal Court as well.. In his spare time, David enjoys being with his Wife and three children, is an avid follower of Virginia Tech Sports and enjoys playing guitar and watching live music.

Attorney Taranto is an experienced family law attorney and negotiator who counsels clients in complex high asset divorce cases, often highly contentious. He also counsels clients in post-divorce matters; modifications involving alimony/spousal support, child support, and custody. Upon the completion of his undergraduate Degree in Finance from Boston College’s prestigious Carroll School of Management and; he worked for an international corporation then started and successfully developed his own medical company, which involved interfacing with accountants, lawyers, bankers and high-level business executives. Understanding how a business functions, the ability to analyze business and personal financial statements, coupled with an uncanny ability to negotiate are components leading to his success in achieving results that clients and former clients rave about. The business knowledge he brings just doesn’t come from having read books or attending seminars. It stems from life experience. Attorney Taranto has been divorced with children, and fully understands the financial impacts of a divorce as well as the importance of both parents having ample parenting time with their children. After passing a comprehensive exam, he has received his certification as a Certified Financial Litigator. He is currently a member of the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators. The AACFL provides its member firms with customized training in the financial aspects of litigation including accounting, taxation, investments, valuation, forensics, and compensation.. Attorney Taranto is also a Certified Mediator and a member of the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation. He has received the highest ranking from AVVO, 10 out of 10, a national rating service for lawyers. The outstanding reviews the firm continuously receives are from clients and former clients; which in his view should be the most highly regarded.

Attorney Tangusso has practiced in every court in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts including the District Court, Superior Court, Probate Court, Land Court, Appellate Court, Massachusetts Supreme Court and U.S. District Court. Over the course of 31 years he has litigated a wide variety cases, both civil and criminal, but has always maintained an emphasis on family law. Therein, his cases have involved a broad spectrum of matters including prenuptial agreements, restraining orders, domestic assault and battery, divorce, child custody, visitation, child removal, paternity adjudication, child support, alimony, property division, post-divorce estate planning and the like.. Practice Areas:

Attorney Monique Boucher Lamb is dedicated to providing comprehensive family law and bankruptcy law representation for individuals throughout the North Shore of Massachusetts. Born and raised in the North Shore, Ms. Lamb has built strong working relationships with fellow lawyers and the local courts, which help her to more effectively protect your rights.

Attorney Brook has been part of the Taranto Law team since 2014. She has focused solely on family law since the beginning of her legal career. She is highly experienced with assisting clients through all steps of the divorce process as well as modifications involving alimony/spousal support, child support, and custody. Attorney Brook has also worked on cases that have been reviewed at the appellate level. Her impressive legal writing and research skills combined with her advocacy experience make her an integral part of Taranto Law.. Attorney Brook graduated from Salem State University Summa Cum Laude. During her undergraduate years, she was an active member of the Honors Program and studied Political Science, concentrating in policy and law. During her time at Salem State, Attorney Brook was part of a large-scale collaborative research project regarding marine policy and management on Nantucket Island. Her work is published in Marine Policy, a leading ocean policy journal where she is listed as a co-author.. Attorney Brook graduated from Massachusetts School of Law with her Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude in the top 3 of her class. During her time in law school, she received CALI awards in both Torts and Civil Procedure. The “CALI award” is given to the student with the highest grade in a class, as determined by the professor or registrar. She was also a Writing and Legal Advocacy Competition finalist. While in law school, Attorney Brook was working at Taranto Law as a paralegal which gave her the unique opportunity to utilize her legal studies while completing her degree.. Attorney Brook has an affinity for animals and in her spare time enjoys hiking with her dog and spending time with her two cats who were adopted from the Northeast Animal Shelter. Attorney Brook is an avid supporter of the shelter and when her time allows, she gathers spare sheets, blankets, and pet supplies for donation. She also volunteers her time to participate in the Massachusetts School of Law Animal Rights Day which is a free event open to the public where legal issues related to animal rights and animal cruelty are addressed by recognized legal experts in the field of animal rights law as well as educational attractions for animal lovers of all ages.

Attorney Anthony Muir is an experienced litigation attorney, focusing primarily in family law matters, which includes representing clients in matters such as divorces, parenting disputes, child support issues, and guardianships. Anthony has represented clients in the Family Division (including the Complex Case Docket), Probate Division, District Division, and Superior Court. Anthony has also represented a number of clients with great success in appellate matters at the New Hampshire Supreme Court.. In addition to his litigation practice, Anthony also practices as a mediator.. Anthony graduated from Merrimack College with a double major in Political Science and Philosophy as well as a minor in Economics. He graduated with a 3.99 GPA, earning the Cardinal Cushing Medal, an award given to the top-ranking Social Science student.. Anthony graduated is a graduate of UNH School of Law. While at UNH, Anthony had the privilege of participating in the prestigious Daniel Webster Scholars Honor Program (a first-of-its-kind program in the country focused on providing students the opportunity to graduate from law school client-ready.) He also served as an officer on UNH Law Review. Following law school, Anthony immediately became entrenched the practice of family law litigation, of which he has made a career for the last ten years.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Salem and surrounding areas.