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WENDY J. EARLE : Wendy is the Owner and Principle of Wendy Earle, Law Office LLC. She attended both Gonzaga School of Law (where she received a CALI award for top grade in the environmental litigation class) and University of Idaho College of Law (where she was on the German Law Journal editorial board and published a review essay on comparitive real property and land use approaches.). Wendy loves what she does and has successfully represented clients in various practice areas in Washington and Idaho state courts, Washington and Idaho administrative courts and Idaho and Colorado Federal Courts. Most recently she successfully represented a Client/Plaintiff in a lengthy 3+ year employment discrimination case in Idaho federal district court.. Having grown up in rural Idaho and Colorado, Wendy has a unique understanding of rural areas and the underlying values and dynamics. She has a commitment to preserving and improving the quality of life in the special areas she has inhabited.. Consultation Fee: $ in half hour increments.. Wendy is a former world class ski competitor who has skied all over the world (including a 2019 ski touring trip to Iceland). She was a pioneering top ranked competitor in the early days of freestyle skiing competitions. In her spare time she still hits the slopes ----- especially the "steep and deep".

EducationJeremy Featherston has been a partner at Featherston Law Firm for over 15 years.  He received his Bachelor of Science in Business with emphasis in Computer Information Systems and Computer Networking from Walla Walla University in 1997.  He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Idaho, College of Law in 2000.Areas of PracticeHis current practice concentrates primarily on Family Law and Criminal Defense as well as Personal Injury and Civil Litigation matters.ProfileJeremy was employed by the University of Idaho and the Idaho State Supreme Court to help develop an electronic judicial bench guide as well as the formation and implementation of the statewide Court Assistance program.  Upon graduation, Jeremy continued with the Court Assistance program, establishing the Court Assistance office in Bonner County. In the past he has served as a conflict Public Defender for both Bonner and Boundary Counties and continues to receive appointments for conflict defense on occasion.Bar Admissions•Idaho State and Federal Courts

Experienced and aggressive representation in your time of crisis. For a free consultation call today.. Ryan M. Beck is an award winning attorney recognized for his strong represation of clients and pursuit of defending their legal rights. Ryan grew up in Boone County Kentucky graduating from Conner High School in May, 1997.  Thereafter, Ryan attended the University of Kentucky where he earned his bachelor of Business Administration, with departmental honors in Marketing in May, 2006.  Ryan obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University in May, 2006.  Ryan was admitted to the practice of law in Kentucky on October 2, 2006.  He was admitted to the practice of law in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky in February, 2007.. Ryan joined the law firm of Busald Funk Zevely as a clerk during law school.  Upon passing the Bar Exam, he was hired as an associate in October, 2006.  Ryan was named a partner at the firm in June, 2011.  Ryan is proud to have worked his entire legal career at Busald Funk Zevely.. Ryan’s practice focuses primarily on helping individuals charged with criminal offenses and those experiencing domestic issues (divorce, custody, juvenile, etc.).  Ryan takes great pride in helping and guiding individuals through some of the toughest issues they will face in life.. When not practicing law, Ryan volunteers his time in the community.  Ryan currently serves as Vice President of the Board of Governors at Transitions, Inc., an organization that provides substance abuse treatment and related services, including to those who cannot afford services elsewhere.  In addition, Ryan has been appointed to the Board of Overseers at Redwood, an organization that guides children and adults with severe and multiple disabilities to achieve independence and reach their highest potential throughout their lives, by providing enriching educational, therapeutic, and vocational services.  Ryan previously served on the board of directors for the Northern Kentucky Bar Association (2009 – 2012) and as a District Vice President for the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.  Ryan also enjoys coaching his son’s soccer team and speaking to students at area high schools.. Ryan is currently a member of the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Academy of Northern Kentucky Collaborative Professionals, the Northern Kentucky Bar Association and Kentucky Bar Association.. Ryan was recognized as a Kentucky Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine for the years 2016 - 2018.

I began practicing law on October 14, 1981. I was in private practice until February 14, 1984 when I joined the law firm of Busald Funk Zevely. I became a partner with the firm in 1986 and have practiced with Busald Funk Zevely since then. I have tried many cases in all courts in Northern Kentucky and therfore have many years of trial experience to assist my clients. I concentrate my practice primarily in family law and criminal law. Additionally, I do estate planning work such as preparing wills, trusts, power of attorneys and living wills.

I graduated from Ursuline Academy high school in Blue Ash, OH in 2002, Northern Kentucky University in 2006, and Northern Kentucky University, Chase Law School in 2010. I have been practicing law in OH since 2010 and KY since 2011. I'm a member of the Northern Kentucky Bar Association, Cincinnati Bar Association, and Kentucky Bar Association.. My background includes extensive experience in the insurance industry, working in an independent agency for over ten years as a managing partner. While working in the insurance business, I attended law school in the evenings and graduated from Chase Law School in May, 2010, Cum Laude. I am determined, independent, compassionate, and a driven individual, eager to offer my talents to my clients and my community.. I currently reside in Hebron, KY with my husband, Tim and son, Beau. I'm an avid runner and fitness enthusiast. I run in local running events with friends, play basketball, attend concerts, love to read, love to travel, and spend most of my her free time enjoying the company of my family.

Courtney Preston Kellner, originally from Greenup County, KY, has made Louisville her home since 2011. Courtney is a graduate of Raceland-Worthington High School and is a proud alumna of both the University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2010. She is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association, the Louisville Bar Association and the Women Lawyer’s Association.. Prior to graduating from law school, Courtney garnered experience in the areas of criminal, family, civil and appellate law working as a law clerk at the firm of McBrayer, McGinnis, Leslie and Kirkland, in addition to Franklin Circuit Court. Courtney is particularly proud of the time she spent as a clerk to Kentucky Supreme Court Justice Bill Cunningham.. Courtney began her legal career as a staff attorney with the Louisville Metro Public Defender where she made thousands of court appearances in all areas of our local judicial system, including district, circuit, and family courts. During her time as a Public Defender, Courtney focused her practice in juvenile law, criminal law, paternity and EPO/DVO contempt. Courtney provided representation on cases ranging from shoplifting to murder while serving as a Public Defender.. At Kellner Green, Courtney focuses her practice in family law with the majority of her representation focused on divorce and custody cases. Additionally, Courtney represents clients on dependency and paternity matters in family court. The rest of her practice is focused on representing clients in criminal and juvenile delinquency matters. In January 2015, Courtney was chosen to serve the Jefferson County Family Court term as a parent’s attorney on the dependency, abuse and neglect docket.. Outside of work, Courtney is an active member of River City United Methodist Church and serves as a member of the Launch Team. Additionally, she has been appointed to serve the Kentucky United Methodist Church as a member of the Justice Committee. Courtney is a member of Pi Beta Phi and serves on the Alumni Advisory Council as advisor on administrative and member development matters. Along with Abigail, Courtney enjoys devoting much of her free time to the various children’s organizations around Louisville, including volunteering with Kentucky Youth Advocates.. Courtney resides in Crescent Hill with her husband, Matthew, whom she met cheering on her beloved Cardinals at Freedom Hall.. BAR ADMISSIONS. EDUCATION. WORK EXPERIENCE. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

I am an innovative, compassionate, and aggressive attorney and regulatory compliance consultant. I exhaust all efforts to maximize outcomes and recoveries while simultaneously remaining conscious of the mounting costs of litigation and dispute resolution. When I agree to assist and advise you, we do not enter into the traditional, hierarchical attorney-client relationship, but instead we create a collaborative partnership in which I provide legal guidance during our journey toward a favorable resolution of the dispute, issue, or controversy at hand. My constant goal is to provide the highest quality, most personalized legal and consulting services to my partners using the most efficient and economical methods available.

Julie is a Louisville native, born and raised. She knew from a young age that she wanted to serve her community. During undergrad at Bellarmine University, Julie fell in love with the law and the potential attorneys had to change the world for the better. After graduating law school, Julie accepted a position as a Family Court Staff Attorney to Judge A. Christine Ward, because she believed it was the best way to serve Kentucky families. Today, Julie still serves the Court by acting as appointed Friend of Court and Guardian Ad Litem in the Family Law Courts. However, Julie believes the best way to help the community is by serving the people of Kentucky, directly.. At a young age Julie became a victim of violence at the hands of her significant other. As such, Julie knows firsthand the struggles many of her clients face, making her a passionate advocate in Family Law and Domestic Violence Law. After years of fighting her own battle, Julie wants to help show the citizens of Kentucky they can, in fact, rise from the ashes.

I am a trial lawyer with the experience, skills, and demeanor to win your case. Born in Augusta, Georgia, I am the only son born to a family physician and a psychiatric social worker. I have lived the majority of my life in Louisville, Kentucky, my chosen hometown, after being educated in the public schools of South Carolina, and graduating from Furman University.  Since living here I earned a M.Div. from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a law degree from the Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville.. My legal training began before I started law school when I served as a pastoral counselor, chaplain, therapist, pastor and social worker in a variety of settings.  Having the opportunity to work with clients who were required to go to court introduced me to the legal system, where I quickly discerned that I could do what lawyers and judges do, and do it better than the ones I saw.  I also gained invaluable experience working with a wide variety of people in different life stages facing a wide spectrum of problems.. While in law school, I clerked for the Jefferson County Attorney’s Office, and later served in their Family Court unit.  Upon graduation, I became an Assistant County Attorney, where I nurtured and honed my love of justice.  For seventeen years, I prosecuted a broad spectrum of criminal cases, from sex offenses to guns, drugs, and DUI’s.  During my full-time service as a prosecutor, I maintained a family law practice in which I handled a wide variety of divorce and post-divorce matters.  I also worked part-time for, and learned from, some of the best personal injury trial attorneys in this state.  To date, I tried 101 cases and written 51 appeals.   That is more trial experience than most lawyers accumulate in two lifetimes.. Shortly after making the decision to enter private practice, I was invited to join two of my best friends, Maria Fernandez, who has been my family’s attorney for 20 years, and Doug Haynes, who was one of my professors in law school, to join their practice.  Doing work you love with people you love is a great gift.. I have accumulated a successful and impressive track record. I have personally resolved thousands of cases ranging from six figure personal injury car wrecks to divorce and post-divorce matters to criminal cases.  I have tried real cases in front of real juries in Kentucky.  Most of the lawyers who advertise have never stepped inside a courthouse and tried a case in front of a jury. How can you expect your case to be taken seriously when the lawyer you hired has never demonstrated he is a legitimate opponent?. I have repeatedly demonstrated that I have the skills and knowledge to successfully handle the cases I pursue, and I have consistently demonstrated the ability to obtain impressive results. When dealing with an opponent, you can bet that I will be aggressive, relentless and zealous. However, I am guided by a sense of fair play, and I will maintain courtesy, civility, and respect for the opposing side, regardless of our disagreement. I take pride in my standing in the legal, professional, business and civic communities, and I will keep promises and commitments.. Although my primary office is located in Louisville, Kentucky, I travel throughout the state of Kentucky, and I have represented clients in courtrooms throughout the state.. We have carefully assembled a team that is second to none. We value excellence, personal service and value.  We enjoy a positive work environment and function as a cohesive and confident team, which helps us obtain winning results for you on a consistent and cost-efficient basis.. I am the husband of Michelle, and father to a son and two daughters:  Braden, Brevin and Brenna.  In my spare time, I enjoy my family and friends. Shelly and I spend a staggering amount of time transporting our children to scholastic and athletic events.  I enjoy running and biking, and raising the community’s awareness of pancreatic cancer…my wife is a pancreatic cancer survivor.  I look forward to however we may cross paths in the community.

I was a phychology major in my undergraduate studies.  I enjoy helping people through tough times in their lives, such as divorce and custody disputes.  The transactional nature of real estate and estate planning is a nice mix, since family law cases can be very emotional.  Also, my real estate background is helpful in divorce cases, since real estate is often a major asset in divorces.  I pride myself on giving my clients the individual attention that they deserve and on applying nearly 20 years of experience to their case to ensure the best possible results.

Forrest Kuhn has been practicing law since 2010.  He brings to the practice of law the added benefit of his nine years as a mental health professional, child and family counselor and crisis stabilization counselor.   He is also an experienced Guardian Ad Litem (appointed by the Court to represent children's interests in disputed custody matters).. Talk to Forrest Kuhn about your Family Law situation, knowing that his counseling background will be invaluable in bringing your case to resolution.

I am a married father of two boys residing in Oldham County, Kentucky. As a lawyer with roots in Oldham County and an office in Louisville, I am uniquely qualified to serve clients in either jurisdiction.. In my spare time I enjoy coaching my oldest son in youth baseball at North Oldham Little League and attending a variety of speactator sporting events. I also enjoy a number of outdoor pursiuts, including hunting, fishing and boating.. It's the 21st century and clients should be able to communicate and deal with their lawyer on a 21st Century level. If given the opportunity to assist with your legal problem you will have access to my personal cell number and email address enabling us to communicate via text, email, or phone outside of typical business hours.. Email or call if you wish to discuss your situation in greater detail, or you can visit for more information.

I have devoted my practice to family law and employment law.  I employ a client-centered approach to my practice. I developed this approach because I noticed that many lawyers simply instruct their clients without ever listening to what they have say.  I, first, listen to my clients. Then I collobrate with them, empower them with my legal knowledge and experience, and develop a course of action that serves their interest.. I understand the complexities of employment cases, and emotional unrest that occurs in family law cases. My experience has equipped me to address both. I look forward to talking with you about your case.

Howell remains up to date on Kentucky family law statutes, cases, and trends. She annually presents updates to other family law attorneys and judges at continuing legal education courses. Howell was selected for the 2018, 2019, and 2020 Kentucky Rising Stars lists. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.. Howell fell in love with family law because of the ability to work face-to-face with clients on matters that directly impact their daily lives. Howell is passionate about family law, including using alternative dispute resolution methods to amicably and efficiently resolve contentious family law matters. She particularly enjoys working with clients to increase their understanding of the legal process to reduce clients’ stress during what can be a very difficult time.. Howell also works pro bono educating area attorneys, social workers, college administrators, and law school classes on Title IX. Howell has served in a variety of roles in the Louisville and Kentucky legal community. At home, she enjoys spending time with her young family, especially visiting the library to read the latest children’s books.

I came to Louisville after graduating from Berea College in Eastern Kentucky. Though I came here to study at the University of Brandies School of Law, I quickly fell in love with the city and its people. I’ve long since graduated law school and made Louisville my home with my husband, Taylor, and our two dogs, Theo and Frida.. One core principle has guided my career: through hard work and public service, I can leverage my skills to make a difference in the lives of my community and across the Commonwealth. In service of this principle, my experience spans: a state-wide law firm, where I represented both plaintiffs and defendants in contract disputes and personal injury claims; The Legal Aid Society, where I represented more than four hundred clients in family law matters; and The Kentucky Supreme Court, where I was the staff attorney to Justice Debra H. Lambert handling family law, criminal, contract, and other appeals cases.. My professional and personal passions translate directly from that core principle. I volunteer my time and money to Kentucky-based non-profits, including Ban Conversion Therapy Kentucky, Neighbors Immigration Clinic, and The Mary Byron Project. I’m also a member of the National LGBT+ Bar Association, and the Family Law Institute, where I collaborate with attorneys across the nation on issues of: family creation through assisted reproductive technology, child custody and adoption, interstate and international parentage issues, transgender rights issues, dissolution of relationships, and domestic violence.