What People Are Saying

Testimonials

“Gayle and the team have been great. They are responsive and thorough.”

- Prior Client

“You do a great job with client communication...simple things like snow closure emails, etc., make clients like me feel like the line of connection is always open.”

Through what was a painful, frustrating and difficult time, Gayle was such a calming presence who I always knew had my back. She took the time to get to know me and to understand my perspective and priorities. I never doubted for a second that she was working hard on my behalf and doing everything she could to achieve the best outcome for me. She was easy to talk with and extremely compassionate in her handling of my entire case. I hope I never have to go through this again, but when I did, I'm definitely glad that Gayle was the one helping me through it.

- Prior Client

“I met with Kelley about an issue my husband was having with his ex-wife. Kelley could have really created a lot of work and drama, which would have only upset us more. She calmly suggested a course of action that made so much sense. We agreed, and Kelley got to work. She delivered what she promised on time, and the ex-wife complied. Kelley could have also charged a lot of money, but her fee was extremely reasonable.”

-Prior Client

“Kelley did a wonderful job helping me navigate a difficult divorce. Her office did a good job keeping me as calm as possible and not over responding to my former partner and driving up the costs. She helped us find and amazing realtor that also kept a calm demeanor. I am happy with the outcome and the process.”

- Prior Client

"After working with hundreds of divorce attorneys, I can say without hesitation that Kelley Rider Goodwin is an outstanding family law attorney. Her focus is firmly on her clients' futures, not on dwelling in the past. Kelley is passionate about helping families and children get through this difficult time in their lives with the least amount of animosity. Kelley skillfully explains the consequences of her client's decisions without increasing tensions and fueling conflict between parties. I highly recommend Kelley Rider Goodwin and her firm!"

- Gabriela Stear, Mediator

Our Approach

At Rider Goodwin Law Offices LLC., we continue to pride ourselves on an uncommon approach to family law. We have dedicated our entire practice to the belief that the client always comes first, that there is always a “bigger picture” to keep in mind, and that honesty and candor should always be a driving force of conversation. Every case, just like every client, is different and should be treated as such.

Our Values

Family Focused

We understand and appreciate the impact legal processes have on our clients and their children. Family law matters can be innately traumatic for children. Our role in the legal process is to minimize and mitigate these effects as much as possible. As counsel for our clients, we encourage courses of action that minimize unnecessary pain and conflict. We know that the best representation we provide our clients includes avoiding short-term thinking and advocating for the long-term benefits to the children and the family.

Effective

There are no “winners” or “losers” in Family Law. The process is difficult. We believe we are effective for our clients when we are proactive, educational, and client and child focused. From negotiation and settlement, Court or litigation, and day-to-day client interaction, our team will be empathetic and effective. And, while every case is different, we have created standard operating procedures that allow us to work efficiently across the firm.

Dependable

We cannot predict the future nor guarantee the outcomes of Family Law matters. What we do guarantee is to be with you each and every step of the way in this process. We will ensure that you are prepared and informed. We will be your supporter and your advocate. This can be a scary and emotional process. We believe that we can reduce your fear and anxiety by providing stable, consistent, reliable legal support, as well as share our professional network which extends into other aspects of your family life, such as financial, real estate, and emotional support resources.

Integrity

As your counselor, we have a responsibility to educate and prepare you for the legal process. You can count on the fact that we give our clients the right long-term advice. This sometimes means counseling a client against a path that they want to take, but we feel may not be right for the family. This means having hard, honest conversations about possible outcomes of a case. This means setting realistic expectations with our clients; not simply telling them what they want to hear. We have the courage and experience to advise our clients as to the best options for them and their children.

Empowerment

Knowledge is power. Family Law cases are filled with unknowns and uncertainties. Educating our clients about the available options and the potential consequences, good and bad, of each, allows our clients to make informed decisions about their future. We encourage our clients to focus on what is within our control and where we can effectuate positive change.

Compassion

We appreciate the sensitive nature of our client’s circumstances. We approach every interaction with empathy and understanding. We know that our clients are facing difficult and emotional choices, and that we can be a resource to alleviate their anxiety, fear and pain. Whenever we can do so, we will. We are dedicated to the long-term well-being of our clients and their children.