Michelle Eisenmenger

Michelle Eisenmenger

also known as Michelle Eisenmenger Mapes

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Louisville, KY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

9710 Park Plaza Ave Unit 202, Unit 302, Louisville, KY

About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 15%

22 years

15%
Family 15%

22 years

15%
Adoption 5%

22 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 21 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 22 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2003

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

MICHELLE L. EISENMENGER

9710 Park Plaza Ave Unit 202, Unit 302, Louisville, KY, 40241

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Michelle Eisenmenger's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Ben | November 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce case handled poorly

I hired Michele to take over my divorce case that was on going, based on her 5 star reviews. My first encounter with her was us going through details about the process. I provided every single fact/ proof that would determine fair and easy divorce. She was all over the place on our two encounters..., and the date for the mediation was set. She came in UNPREPARED, admitting she doesn’t KNOW my case minutes before the zoom call- mediation was taking place. When the zoom mediation started she did not represent me nor the case but she just agreed on whatever the other party wished for! She left the room every single time between breaks and did not want to sit and talk NOR consult with her own client that happens to be me. But she had the guts to say, CALL ME WHEN THE MEDIATION IS BACK ON! I was left all by myself in that room that day, not knowing what’s happening, and the lawyer I was paying a tremendous amount of money to represent me, wasn’t even willing to consult nor communicate with her own client! I faced a severe loss, as she was bothered to present facts during mediation to the opposing party that day. As the mediation was taking place, she kept shoving all the possible assets towards my x-wife voluntarily, even though I had all the proof and documents stating the assets in question weren’t marital ones to split in two! After I walked away confused and lost, the divorce was finalized, and I had to constantly beg her to send me either an email or mail me the divorce decree. And unfortunately, I still had to take care of a minor thing left from the divorce, I asked Michele if she could finalize paperwork, my x wife’s name taken off the deed, ( this issue was a total neglect she could have handled the day of mediation) I went ahead and paid another enormous amount for her to do a job she failed to initially do on the day of mediation. Michelle Eisenmenger, my divorce lawyer, you were very expensive for the job you did not do, let alone do the job right! My case could have been an easy one in comparison, but it cost me heartache, time and a huge amount of money, and time is the ultimate luxury. It’s takes a lot to sit down and write an honest review as I feel for the people going through a traumatic experience with divorce and families being split, so they chose wisely, yes please, do chose wisely! I would absolutely NOT recommend Michelle to handle even the easiest, slightest legal matter let alone trust her to handle your family/ divorce case. It will shape your life in the most uncomfortable direction, because she decides to not break a sweat and learn about her client, learn about the case, so she can present her own client fairly. SHE CUT ALL POSSIBLE CORNERS TO EARN EASY MONEY, she used vulnerability and overcharged and crushed me in the process.

Posted by Kara | January 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I would Recommend

Michelle took my custody case with very short notice, and thankfully we won. She was very thorough, open, straightforward, professional, responsive, and kind. She made me feel more at ease, and made me feel like she was on my side. Her staff that I dealt with was professional and respectful as well.... I would hire her again and recommend her to others as well.

Posted by Katie | October 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Attorney

Michelle provided great service during a difficult time. She was so helpful in navigating the divorce process. She was quick to respond to any questions and very professional. Definitely recommend!

Posted by Eric | September 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Adoption

Michelle Eisenmenger handled the adoption of my two children with the utmost professionalism, diligence and courtesy. Michelle replied promptly to texts, emails and phone calls. I could not be more pleased with the quality of legal services provided.

Posted by Michael | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the best in the business.

Having a very unique case as I did. Michelle got the job done and done very fast. Everything I wanted to get accomplished she did. My 3 boys now get to have their sisters live with them full time after their mother passed away. I have 5 happy children and I feel like the luckiest dad in the world. Ha...ts off to you Michelle. You are by far the best in the business.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

2006

Section of the Year, Louisville Bar Association

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Sole Proprietor, Michelle L. Eisenmenger PLLC

2014 - 2018

Partner, Diana L. Skaggs + Partners

2004 - 2014

Associate, Diana L. Skaggs + Associates

2003 - 2004

Associate, Vissing & Grayson

2002 - 2003

Law Clerk, Vissing & Grayson

2002 - 2002

Legal Extern to Honorable Ciel Blau, Clark County Courts

2000 - 2002

Law Clerk, Krauser & Brown

Associations

2016 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

2004 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2004 - Present

Louisville Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2011

Louisville Bar Association, Pro Bono Consortium

Chair

2011 - 2014

American Inn of Court, Kentucky Chapter

Barrister

2007 - 2014

Louisville Bar Association Pro Bono Consortium

Member

2006 - 2008

Louisville Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair

Education

2003

Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Louisville

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Kentucky Law Update

Developments in Family Law

2019

Kentucky Bar Association Convention

Developments in Family Law

2018

27th Annual Alan T. Slyn Domestic Relations Update

Family Law Developments

2017

26th Annual Alan T. Slyn Domestic Relations Update

Family Law Developments

2016

25th Annual Alan T. Slyn Domestic Relations Update

Family Law Developments

Publications

2012

Kentucky Domestic Relations Practice, UK/CLE Practice Handbook Series Chapter 15, Appeals

2008

Bar Briefs Untangling the Knots of Child Custody Relocation Litigation

2008

The Advocate (Kentucky Justice Association) Thorny Issue of Privilege and Waiver Regarding a Child's Mental Health Records in Custody Cases

2006

Kentucky Domestic Relations Practice, UK/CLE Practice Handbook Series Chapter 15, Appeals

2002

Journal of Law and Education Sexual Orientation Discrimination: Teachers as Role Models for Tolerance

2002

Journal of Law and Education Editor

Languages

English

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