Family Law
Whether you're facing divorce, child custody disputes, or other family-related legal matters, we offer comprehensive family law services to help protect your interests and achieve your goals.
Family LawDivorce Law
If you're seeking expert legal guidance on divorce law in Columbus, Ohio, our firm offers top-notch services to help ensure your case is handled effectively and efficiently.
Divorce LawMediation
For those seeking a less adversarial approach to resolving legal disputes, we offer effective mediation services designed to help parties find mutually agreeable solutions.
MediationChild Support
Looking for skilled legal representation for child support matters in Columbus, Ohio? We are well-equipped to provide personalized solutions tailored to your unique situation.
Child SupportDivision of Assets
As a reputable Columbus, Ohio law firm, we offer comprehensive legal guidance and representation for division of assets in various situations.
Division of AssetsChild Custody
Jessica King understands the sensitive nature of child custody cases, and offer compassionate and skilled legal representation to help you navigate the complexities of the legal process.
Child CustodyPrenuptial Agreements
We understand that prenuptial agreements can be a sensitive topic for couples planning to get married. Having a prenuptial agreement in place can provide peace of mind for both parties.
Prenuptial AgreementsParenting Time Schedules
Our Columbus-based law firm assists parents in creating effective and personalized parenting time schedules that prioritize the well-being and best interests of their children.
Parenting Time
EFFECTIVE ADVOCACY IN AND OUT OF COURT
Whether your case is complex and contentious or simple and straightforward, our priority is to keep your proceedings as amicable as possible. If you are a parent, the path you choose to end your marriage will impact how you co-parent and how your children grow. Divorce does not have to adversely affect the wellbeing of your children. We will show you a better way to end your marriage.
While we try to resolve every case without litigation, divorce mediation and settlement is not always possible. In those cases, we will fight for you in court, and we will never give up on you as our client. Whichever course your case takes, we are ready to stand side by side with you and achieve whatever goals you may have. You can trust us – you invest in us, and we will invest in you.
Jessica G. King – Recognized by Best Lawyers / 2024
Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
Martindale Hubbell Client Champion Platinum / 2023
Why Experience Matters
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“Mrs. King was an answer to prayer… literally.
I contemplated giving up on my custody case many times until I hired her. My case was complicated and had became a very personal vendetta until she stepped in and was able to simplify the ordeal. As many other fathers in court, it seemed to me as if the system was poised to make it nearly impossible for my voice and concerns to be heard. Mrs. King changed that! She was very sympathetic to the struggle and has been a very effective and strategic representative in court.”
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“Jessica was so wonderful to work with. She helped me so much as there was literally nothing I understood about this process. Every time I had any type of question she was so kind and helpful. She was thorough and had my best intentions in the entire process.
I thank her so much for her help and I highly recommend using Jessica!“
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“Jessica is amazing!
I would highly recommend her for any difficult family law case. She has succeeded in ways our previous representation was not able. She’s extremely responsive, as well as being very professional, strategic and has been deeply attuned to the nuances of our case. Unlike many attorneys who never seem to be available, Jessica is able to balance the demands of her many clients effortlessly. Paperwork and filings are always processed expediently and she does an amazing job of keeping her clients informed. We could not be more pleased with the representation she has provided us in our case.”
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“Ms. King was referred to me by a close friend who stated that she wished she had used her for her own divorce. She had our dissolution done in no time at all. She was professional, flexible, knowledgeable and prompt with her responses.
I considered her services to be an excellent value for the money.“
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“I highly recommend Jessica. She went above and beyond the call of duty”
“Jessica and her firm are amazing. Jessica worked all hours and was very responsive to my needs. She had my back and was always operating in my best interest. She is knowledgeable in a lot of different areas, not strictly law. We have a professional relationship, but I also consider her a friend. I highly recommend Jessica. She went above and beyond the call of duty to be thorough and make sure I understood every step of the process.”
A New Approach to Divorce
Welcome to The Law Office of Jessica G. King where we specialize in helping our clients navigate divorce with grace and efficiency. Led by our experienced family law lawyer, Jessica King, we have assisted so many of our cherished clients in Columbus and central Ohio in achieving divorce outcomes that seemed totally impossible. We won’t waste your time. We won’t ignore your messages. We won’t “generally” know your case. We will know your case down to the smallest details. We will answer your calls within 24 hours. This is your life. This is your family. It’s serious and we get it. Just ask our clients…
Divorce doesn’t have to mean a complete and total drain on your assets. We don’t want that for you. Our goal is to protect you and your money – not to watch you squander your resources and your sanity in divorce court. We are a different kind of firm. But here’s the thing, we want you to hear our philosophy from us. We do not charge for consultations. If our approach sounds interesting to you, let’s talk.
TESTIMONIALS & REVIEWS
Satisfied Client Stories
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“Jessica is a highly-skilled professional who also brings a tremendous amount of understanding and sensitivity to ensure the best possible care for her clients. I felt confident she always had my best interests in mind. She went above and beyond to respond in a timely manner and made sure I had a good grasp on the process. I highly recommend her services.”
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“Ms. King was the mediator in a case I recently had. She was attentive to the concerns of both parties and has an effective communication style. I think her approachable manner went a long way in bridging the gap between the parties.”
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“Working with Jessica was straightforward, approachable and I felt like I was in very good hands. She explained things well, helped answer all of my questions and address concerns about the process we were going through. Jessica provides a high quality service at a very reasonable price. I would recommend her to anyone.”
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“Jessica did an excellent job representing our interests. She was well prepared, professional, and went above and beyond to meet our unique needs. Jessica treated us like we were her highest priority. Our experience with her far exceeded our expectations. We felt very much at ease working with Jessica, she is a lawyer who genuinely cares! I enthusiastically recommend Jessica without any hesitation!”
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“Jessica is knowledgeable and professional and completed the work for me efficiently and to my satisfaction. She infuses her work with a humanity that made me feel comfortable, while still paying fastidious attention to the details of the proceedings and explaining all of the documents in a relatable fashion. I would highly recommend her services.”
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“Divorce is a difficult process in and of itself. Jessica had a way of keeping us on topic and focused to ensure we would get through the process in a way that both of us were comfortable. Her knowledge and advice around how divorce works in our local courts made it much easier to make informed decisions. She did a good job of listening to both sides of each discussion… I’d definitely recommend Jessica.”
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“Jessica was very professional and thorough from start to finish. I felt very confident having her review the documents and explain to me line by line. I highly recommend her services.”
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“If you get a divorce with a child in this state, you NEED her from the start.”
Jessica Goldman King, Esq.
Managing Attorney & Mediator
Jessica has 20 years of experience guiding her clients through litigation in state and federal courts in jurisdictions across the United States. She has extensive experience mediating cases to early resolution saving her clients hundreds of thousands of dollars in litigation expense.
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Divorce and Family Mediation
Divorce Mediation is an opportunity to avoid the risks that come with placing the fate of your family in the hands of the court. Mediation maintains the privacy of personal aspects of your marriage and family. Most importantly, it saves you and your spouse (and your children) from the cost of litigation. By engaging Columbus based mediator and divorce lawyer, Jessica King, parties cut down on the time and cost associated with traditional divorce.
Jessica helps the parties resolve issues related to custody, support, division of assets and liabilities and other unique issues relative to each family’s case.
Jessica also assists with post-decree matters related to co-parenting, parenting time schedules and other family matters that may present themselves after a divorce or dissolution has been finalized.
Jessica King believes a successful mediation must include the following elements:
Control Your Destiny
Avoid letting the courts decide your family's future.
Higher Level of Privacy
Mediation sessions are conducted in a confidential setting.
More Affordable
Save on costly litigation fees by choosing divorce mediation.
- Thoughtful listening to the parties’ concerns
- Effective and controlled communication
- Awareness and acknowledgement of common ground and/or intention
- Compassionate understanding of the parties’ personalities and emotions
Jessica has successfully guided hundreds of clients away from the expense and disruption of litigation and toward a win-win mediation result.
Please contact Ohio divorce attorney and mediator Jessica King to discuss settlement and mediation of your family law matter. Contact jessica@jgklegal.com to set up an initial consultation.
Any Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical cost of mediation?
My hourly rate is $350. In a divorce mediation where all issues are at play - custody, division of assets/liabilities, and support - the typical cost is approximately $3,500-$5,500 for my services. This includes mediating your case, preparing and filing your dissolution paperwork and seeing your case through the final hearing. Please note, this is only an estimate. Many factors, including the complexity of the issues and the participation of the clients, influence how much time is required to work through the issues. My promise to you is that I will be extremely efficient in our work together and there will be no surprise costs.
Do you require a retainer to move forward with your services?
We do require a retainer for our services. The amount of the retainer varies depending on the type of case. Our minimum retainer is $2,000.
Are you conducting mediations by Zoom?
Yes. All mediations are conducted by videoconference. This has actually been a great benefit to my clients as they can participate from the comfort of their home or other space. Technology allows me to share documents, meet separately with either party and be just as efficient as I am for in-person meetings. I am available for in person mediation upon request.
Do I have to hire a lawyer to review the Mediation Agreement?
No. But you certainly can consult with a lawyer at any point during our work together.
Do you handle dissolutions?
Through The Law Office of Jessica G. King, LLC, I draft and file paperwork to process the dissolution of your marriage. Sometimes, families have reached agreement on the majority of the terms of their divorce. In that case, I will represent one of the spouses (the other spouse may or may not hire a lawyer) to help negotiate the few remaining issues. I will then prepare and file paperwork to finalize the dissolution - again, while representing only one of the spouses. This approach is very affordable and economical.
Can we knock out the mediation in one day?
No. Typically, we split the meetings along the issues. I prefer we meet for 1.5 hour sessions, each one dedicated to one issue (custody, property division, or support). Divorce mediation can be an emotionally taxing process and we all need to be focused and fresh for the discussions.
Do both parties have to be present for mediation?
My preference is that both parties attend if they are able. First, this reduces cost to you as it reduces the amount of time overall for the mediation process. Second, by communicating directly and through my facilitation, we will avoid misunderstandings and miscommunications. Both of you will be in the Zoom meeting, hearing what the other person has to say. If joint meetings are not possible, we will still make the mediation process work. This is your process. I will tailor it to your needs.Is mediation a confidential, private process?
Yes. This is one of the primary benefits of mediation over litigation. Your family finances and issues will remain private and not be the subject of public court filings (though some general financial disclosures are required prior in your dissolution paperwork). Everything said in divorce mediation is confidential. For this reason, you can speak freely without worry that it will be used against you in court. There is no public record of what is said or what goes on during our sessions together.
What is the final product of our mediation process?
At the conclusion of the mediation process, I will prepare a document memorializing all of the agreements reached during our sessions. Both parties will sign this Mediation Agreement. My goal is for this document to be as specific as possible so there are no gaps or ambiguities.
Upon written, informed consent of all parties, I can then represent one party and prepare and file the legal documents with the court to process the dissolution.
“There’s a better way to end your marriage.
Before you spend $15,000 to lawyer up,
consider divorce mediation with JGK.”
