Carol Lavonn Risk

Carol Lavonn Risk

4.2
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ft Mitchell, KY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice

2009 Dixie Hwy, Ft Mitchell, KY

About Carol

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Felony, Misdemeanor, Juvenile, traffic, DUI offenses, and appeals.

45%
Family 45%

Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Maintenance, Parenting time, Adoption, Paternity and Contempt.

45%
General Practice 10%

Wills, Power of Attorney, Living Will, Landlord and Tenant law.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 19 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 19 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Risk Firm, PLLC

2009 Dixie Hwy, Ft Mitchell, KY, 41011

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Carol Lavonn Risk's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 32 reviews

Posted by B. | July 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense

She did awesome for me!

I had criminal cases in Kenton and Cambell county and Carol had my back. She was honest and explained things so I knew what was happening. If I need a lawyer again I'm calling her!

Posted by Kevin | July 22, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Proceedings

I called Carol to discuss the divorce process on the recommendation from another client of hers. She was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful throughout the entire process. She was always very accessible and kept me informed. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for legal represe...ntation.

Posted by William | July 13, 2015

Professional Legal Services at a Fair Cost

There are several issues that a person needs to consider before selecting a law firm and lawyer to represent them in an important legal matter. You can take my recommendation that Carol Risk is the best value in the Northern, Kentucky area, or you can do the homework yourself. These are the areas... that I feel are important and where Carol delivered the greatest value: 1. Carol was always correct in her legal analysis and conclusions. 2. Carol is adept at developing sound legal strategies. 3. Carol maintains excellent communication during the course of her representation. 4. Again, Carol will respond to phone calls, email and texts within a reasonable amount of time, always. 5. Carol was always on time and prepared to represent me in my legal affairs - 100% of the time. 6. The fees Carol charges are 1/2 of a downtown Cincinnati firm, without sacrificing quality representation. 7. Carol maintains good relationships with the local attorneys and judges. 8. Carol Risk delivered a good result in my legal case. 9. The Risk Law Firm and Carol Risk is the best value in the legal community. 10. The most important reason to select Carol Risk: "Carol Risk is HONEST". You will get the best result with The Risk Firm! William

Posted by Nikki | May 04, 2015 | Child Custody

Parenting Time

this was my first time ever going through anything like this and ever having to get a lawyer for anything. I was very pleased with everything carol had done and helped me with. She was extremely knowledgable and kept things pretty smooth as far as not having to end up in a court room in front of a ju...dge. I highly recommend her if you are looking for custody/parenting time lawyer!!!!!

Posted by Jeremy | February 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Very satisfied Client!

I was facing 25 to life, my lawyer Carol Risk and her partner at the The Risk Firm fought tooth and nail to prove my innocence, and because of Carol I am a free man now. She is a great and very intelligent lawyer, and will fight hard for you. Also everyone at The Risk Firm are really nice and treat y...ou like family. If your looking for a attorney, I highly recommend this law firm!

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Carol Lavonn Risk's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua McIntosh

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carol is a great lawyer with a proven track record of working diligently and getting the best possible outcome for her clients. I recommend her to anyone looking for superb representation!"

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Kenneth Foisy

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Goldberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2019

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Kentucky, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Special Subject Instructor, Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy

2013 - Present

Professor, University Of Cincinnati

2011 - 2012

Attorney, Busald Funk Zevely, PSC

2008 - 2011

Prosecutor, Kenton County Attorney's Office

2006 - 2008

Public Defender, Kentucky Department Of Public Advocacy

Associations

Northern Kentucky Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2011

Kentucky County Attorneys Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Hughes

Assault 4th- Class A Misdemeanor

Estate of Dawson v. Dawson

Judgment Affirmed

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Education

2006

Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law

law

2003

Indiana University - New Albany

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Ohio Peace Office Training Academy

Offenses Against Public Administration

2015

Ohio Peace Office Training Academy

General Provisions and Offenses Against the Public

2015

Ohio Peace Office Training Academy

Sexual Assault, Prostitution & Obsenity

2007

Northern Kentucky Paralegal Assoc. Convention

Kentucky Innocence Project

Publications

2005

North Carolina Central Law Journal Carol L. Risk and Richard Bales, The Family Medical Leave Act: Standards of Proof and the Impact of Desert Palace on Retaliation Claims. he Family Medical Leave Act: Standards of Proof and the Impact of Desert Palace on Retaliation Claims. 28 N.C. Cent. L. J. 68

Languages

English

Activity

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