Barnds Law, LLC

David West is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. Going through custody litigation is incredibly stressful and emotional, and having David in my corner made all the difference. He is extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and honest, and he truly saves his clients time, stress, and money. What sets David apart is how he goes out of his way to make sure you are the one making the decisions. He presents every option clearly, explains the risks upfront, and makes sure you feel informed and confident before moving forward. He is incredibly patient, responsive, and doesn’t waste time — he gets things done. I’ve also never witnessed a stronger litigator in action in court. He is straightforward, strategic, and fully prepared, and you can tell he genuinely cares about getting the best outcome for his clients and their families. It’s not every day you run into an attorney who doesn’t nickel and dime every single email or interaction. David is fair, transparent, and genuinely cares about helping people. You can tell he has a good heart and strong values. I also want to recognize Kyra, his assistant, who was an absolute godsend throughout the process. She was incredibly helpful, organized, and responsive, and I always felt supported even when I wasn’t available. Sean at the front desk was always respectful and helpful, and the office as a whole was very fair and professional. I originally transitioned from another attorney who left the firm and had me feeling disappointed, but this team truly turned the experience around for me. They work together seamlessly and make an amazing team. If you need a custody attorney who is competent, honest, and truly advocates for you, I cannot recommend David highly enough.

To Whom It May Concern It is a distinct privilege to write this letter with a profound recommendation on behalf of attorney Christopher (Chris) Thompson and Pier Haen, Senior Paralegal. Spanning a divorce matter of over a year in duration on my behalf, they rendered an exceptional resolution to an extremely acrimonious set of legal issues. Only after an extensive search for highly qualified law firms with highly experienced counsel did I select and was fortunate to engage Chris Thompson, Attorney at Law, and Peir Haen for divorce and litigation services. This was a decision that was validated in every aspect of the process up to the final moment of closure in the case. I am so blessed to say that Chris and Pier not only met, but vastly exceeded, the expectations of a challenging legal and emotionally charged situation for myself and for my family members. Chris’ excellent knowledge was evident from the onset with the application of superior knowledge and analytic skills in addition to the ability to process, retain and commit to memory the elements of my case to and formulate a fair resolution. As a consequence of the scope and complexity of the case many activities were required to produce work product and to dialogue and educate me on the evidence and findings to construct a good outcome. Throughout the process Chris was mindful of the fees associated with the case to optimize the management of everyone’s time to the best benefit of me as the client. Chris is extraordinarily trustworthy in the allocation of his and the team’s time. In addition to Chris’ keen legal capabilities, what is equally noteworthy and highly valued is the compassionate interpersonal interactions that was ever present in the communications with him that transpired over the course of nearly a year till resolution was achieved. Chris was sympathetic to the family dynamic and provided significant wisdom, support and insight into the legal dilemma and human impact such that we ultimately rendered good judgement in our decisions. Chris and Pier were accessible, responsive and proactive in communication throughout the process. Requests for informational updates were enthusiastically supported with timely responses, emerging legal events were disseminated quickly and with clarity, and his team members were equally accessible. After much thoughtful consideration, I recommend Mr. Thompson with vigor and without reservation. I can assure you that he is an exceptional advocate that demonstrates respect of the law and will apply his vast knowledge with expert results.

Outstanding service from the start. Excellent communication at every step. Bridget demonstrated exceptional expertise while maintaining a direct, collaborative approach. Kyra was absolutely fantastic and incredibly supportive who stayed ahead every detail. Something that could have been a stressful experience was completely manageable. I would highly recommend their services without hesitation.

I worked with both Kaitlin Dubois and her paralegal Kyra Buhl on my divorce case. It should have been an easy split as I had not been married for long, but turned into a mess with pushback and lack of responsiveness from my ex, but Kaitlin and her team had my back and helped push to get the settlement through. I really appreciate all the work that was put into my case and the care they took. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a lawyer in the KC area!

Wow! From the moment I walked into Barnds Law, I felt welcomed and at ease thanks to their incredible staff. They truly listened, supported me, and made me feel confident this was the right place. We know it’s normal to feel scared or nervous, but rest assured, you’re in great hands! If you’re facing family issues, don’t wait…call today! The stress they lifted from our shoulders was priceless, and they handled everything so well. A huge shoutout to our amazing attorney, Kaitlin, and her assistant, Kyra, for being thorough, compassionate, and attentive throughout the entire process. We can’t thank you enough from the bottom of our hearts! It was such an honor working with you both!

This firm has been professional since the beginning. From the first phone call (Sean) was friendly and calm, then a special shout out to Richard (attorney) and Kari (paralegal) for helping me and my family through a challenging time. They both were professional, timely, and organized. They made this period of time more manageable and provided a level of care that anyone would need going through a legal case. I trust this legal team and their attention to detail. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone needing legal counsel for family custody matters.

I just want to say my experience with the team at Barnds law was none short of amazing!! From Sean at the front desk to Kari Untank and Richard Becker those guys were so compassionate so understanding so genuine in helping with my case from insane fast email responses to scheduled calls also in person conversations they were all over it I don’t feel like I could have been in better hands even when my emotions got high they still were patient and understanding. Great team Great people Great service.