Rene Heinrich

Rene Heinrich

4.9
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Newport, KY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI ... +9 more

800 Monmouth, Newport, KY

About Rene

Biography

Practice Areas

12

Practice Areas

Child Custody 10%

25 years

10%
Child Support 10%

25 years

10%
DUI and DWI 10%

DUI and other criminal practice in Northern Kentucky. Because sometimes good people make mistakes.

25 years | 50 cases

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Car/truck accidents, discrimination, sexual and other abuse, wrongful death, wrongful termination, medical malpractice and other personal injury work in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

25 years | 120 cases

10%
Class Action 5%

25 years

5%
Probate 5%

25 years

5%
Sex Crime 5%

25 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 25 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Heinrich Firm, PLLC

800 Monmouth, Newport, KY, 41071

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Rene Heinrich's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (16) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Kelly | November 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Rene is awesome

We called Rene while she was on vacation. Her assistant made an appointment for the day she returned to the office. Rene took the time and sat with us so patiently. I went into her office a total mess and left feeling so much better. I just knew that she had everything under control, which she di...d until the very end. I trusted her with everything that mattered most to me and she came through with flying colors.

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ohio Grandma

Rene is amazing. She will work beside you to make sure that right is done. Her staff is amazing, Tyler in particular, and they can be trusted no matter your circumstances.

Posted by Christy | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top Notch All the Way

I am beyond thankful to have found Rene. I felt that she genuinely cared about mine and my children’s well being and safety and fought to make sure they could stay in a safe environment and were protected from their father who was abusing them. Prior to seeking Rene’s counsel, we had been to court ...before with multiple social workers /CPS involvement, and although many people and agencies tried to help my kids, it always ended the same- with their being returned to shared custody with their father to endure his ongoing abuse. I was told by many people that although they knew he was hurting them emotionally and mentally, he would never be found guilty in court bc our legal system was “broken” and there was “nothing more I could do”. I was also told by a previous attorney that cases like ours were a nightmare bc they are so difficult to prove in court bc you can’t just see the scars left by emotional and mental abuse, like you can scars left by physical abuse. I’m beyond thankful that Rene wasn’t intimidated by our situation and she took the time to truly see my children and the pain they were going through. She didn’t give up until they were safe and protected. After 12 years of flying under the radar, their father was finally found guilty of child abuse in a court of law and they are no longer forced to endure his abuse. Forgive me for using a cliche, but regarding Rene- she “did what they said can’t be done”. I would recommend her to anyone in search of an excellent attorney. She’s a mom herself and truly an advocate for children. She is worth every penny and then some.

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Rene is AMAZING

Rene is an incredible lawyer. She worked on her vacation to help my family. I don't know many lawyers who would go out of their way on their vacation to help. She's kind, down to earth, and very determined to help. I would recommend her a thousand times over.

Posted by Theresa Chipley | March 3, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very nice, very helpful

Gave me great advice , was grateful for the advice

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Rene Heinrich's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chad Koop

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Rene on a couple of collaborative cases and an adoption. Her knowledge of the law coupled with her ability to negotiate in a savvy yet respectful manner is very impressive. She is highly respected in the legal community and is always one of my "go to" people when I come across a complex family law issue. I highly recommend Rene for all family law matters."

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Nicholas Summe

Family lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"If you happen to find yourself in need of a Family Law Attorney, there is none finer than Rene Heinrich. Her knowledge, skills & ability to get results speak for themselves. She is dynamic & effective in the court room. I have email nothing but respect for her & her abilities."

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Virginia Riggs-Horton

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She fights passionately for her clients."

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Paul O'Bryan

Family lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've personally worked with Rene on several cases in Family Court. She impressed me with her enthusiasm of representing her client. She represented her clients' professionally and with a passion that I try to meet in my own practice. Should I even need her services (I hope I never do!), I would certainly call her as my attorney"

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Lindsay Cordes

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rene is a highly competent, skilled and prepared attorney who I have worked with on a case. I would hire her to represent me if I was looking for an excellent attorney in domestic relations!"

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Jeffrey Hale

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rene is an amazing attorney and extremely knowledgeable in family law matters. She was extremely helpful and diligent in my own family matters."

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William Stilz

General practice lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Rene for family law related matters. I referred her a family friend who still gushes over the fantastic representation Rene provided."

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Lisa Wells

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rene is an excellent attorney!"

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Brian Canupp

General practice lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Rene on several cases and am always impressed by her desire to secure her clients goals. Her drive and desire to ensure the best result possible is tremendous. If you need the help of an attorney in Northern Kentucky I can not recommend Rene strongly enough!"

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Tad Thomas

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Rene on a number of cases over the years and can highly endorse her qualifications. She is an excellent attorney and is very concerned about making sure the right things are being done for her clients."

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Mary Hugan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Schneider

Unknown lawyer

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Chad Koop

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Nicholas Summe

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Stilz

Employment and labor lawyer

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Lindsay Cordes

Litigation lawyer

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Brian Canupp

Litigation lawyer

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Tad Thomas

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV- Preeminent Ranking- Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award for Excellence, Lawyers.com

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Attorney Rating- Divorce, Avvo

2013

Council Member, Elected Official, Highland Heights City Council

2010

Pro Bono Attorney Award, Northern Kentucky Legal Aid

2008

Elected Official, Council Member, Highland Heights

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, The Heinrich Firm

2006 - 2008

Administrative Law Judge, Kentucky Parole Board

2004 - 2007

Attorney, Donovan Law

2000 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Arnzen, Parry and Wentz

1997 - 2000

Stage Technician, Cincinnati Stage Employees, Local #5

1996 - 1996

Assistant Director- "Side Man", New York Stage and Film

1996 - 1997

Marketing Director, TDS Restaurants

1995 - 1995

Company Manager, Cincinnati Ballet Company

Associations

2018 - Present

Highland Heights City Council

Council Member

2015 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2012 - Present

Kentucky Supreme Court Standing Committee on the Family Court Rules of Procedure and Practice

Member, Appointed by Justice Noble of the Ky Supreme Court

2009 - Present

Camp Horsin' Around

Board Member

2008 - Present

Lizzie Lulu Scholarship Foundation

Board Member

2000 - Present

Kentucky Justice Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Emerge Kentucky

Board Member

2013 - 2019

Kentucky Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Prevention Board

Board Member, Appointed by the Governor

2012 - 2015

Kentucky Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Prevention Board

Board Member, Appointed by Governor Beshear

2012 - 2014

Highland Heights City Council

Elected councilperson

2008 - 2010

Highland Heights City Council

Elected Council Person

Sample of Legal Cases

Nursing Home Litigation Case

The case settled to the satisfaction of the parties.

Yates and Smith v. Kim Davis, et al.

Ongoing

Minor v. Diocese

Settlement

Airline Crash

Settlement

Same Sex Adoption

Adoption granted

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Education

2000

Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Eastern Kentucky University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Honors Scholar

Speaking Engagements

2019

American Association of Justice Winter Convention 2019

Mindfulness and Intentional Living to Improve Your Life and Law Practice

2015

Constitution Week 2015

Religious Liberty and Same Sex Marriage: Where Do We Go From here?

2015

Biannual Meeting

Same Sex Marriage and Kim Davis

2014

Continuing Legal Education Course

Primary Speaker--Family Law Update

2013

Video presentation

Collaborative Divorce

2013

Pupilage Group Presentation

Round Table Discussion on Collaborative v. Traditional Divorce Models

Publications

2013

Kentucky Justice Association- The Advocate Mediation Works: Why Domestic Relations Practioners Should Give It A Shot

2007

Lex Loci- Northern Kentucky Bar Association Maternity Leave and the Practice of Law

Languages

German

English

Activity

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