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Family Law: Our practice is limited to divorce dissolution, custody, support and other like family law matters. We represent clients who need immediate advice and concentrated service from experienced legal counsel. Our founding attorney has served as counsel in large national law firms. She believes that there are no "small clients" and ensures that all clients receive personalized legal services. Most of our clients are referred by former clients, friends, and colleagues who trust our judgment and proven ability to ‘get the job done.’
Solutions: We are experienced problem solvers, who thrive on developing creative strategies to complex matters. We will work hand-in-hand with you to construct a plan to get the results you need. We give candid advice, and at times may not tell you what you want to hear. But that is our job. Our goal is not simply to get paid. Rather, we want you to understand all of your options along with the pros and cons of each.
Personalized Service: One size does not fit all. We see you as an individual and want to understand what makes you tick. We want to know what challenges you face. What are your goals? What are your concerns? This allows us to fashion a plan that best fits you.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
95%
25 years
Litigation
5%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Ohio for 24 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2001
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Location
Freytag Carpenter LLC
2000 W. Henderson Road, Columbus, OH, 43220
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Kendra Lynn Carpenter's Reviews
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Posted by Andrew | January 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rude and Disorganized
She destroyed me case, and my faith in her ability, when she gave me 2 hours of notice before a deposition I was entirely unaware of. This was a result of her disorganization, but she would NOT accept any responsibility for this, not even verbally. Rude, and disorganized.
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Horrible
Many promises and zero deliveries. Many un-answered calls and total lack of preparation. I had to switch lawyers.
Posted by Jack | March 26, 2012
Highly recommended
I hired Kendra after having fired my first attorney at a well known family law firm. Unlike my former attorney, who was only interested in his hourly rate, she really listened to me and responded to my specific concerns. I did not always like her answers, but I knew that she was being honest and tr...
Posted by Susan | March 26, 2012
Thoughtful and Candid
I feel that Ms. Carpenter really listened to my concerns and cared not only about my case, but also about me.
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Experience
Honors
2015
2015 ColumbusCEO Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2010
Forty Under 40, Columbus Business First
2010
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2009
Young Alumnus of the Year, Capital University Law School
2009
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2008
Top Volunteer Fundraiser, Nick Mamius
2007
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2007
Service Award, Central Ohio Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
2006
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2005
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2002
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2002
Top Individual Fundraiser, Central Ohio Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Member/Owner, Carpenter Family Law LLC
2014 - 2018
Partner, Freitag Carpenter LLC
2011 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Wittenberg University
2006 - 2008
Attorney, Carpenter Law Office, LLC of counsel to Maguire & Schneider, LLP
2004 - 2014
Partner, Carpenter Law Office, LLC
2001 - 2004
Attorney, Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLP
Associations
2019 - Present
YMCA DelawareBoard Member
2019 - Present
EnVision Proven SuccessManaging Editor
2013 - Present
Ohio State Bar FoundationFellow
2012 - Present
Tau Pi Phi
2012 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association Leadership Academy
2001 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association
2010 - 2015
American Inns of Court
2010 - 2017
Canine Connection, Capital Area Humane Society
2008 - 2008
JoAnn Davidson Leadership Academy
Sample of Legal Cases
State ex rel Fox v. Walters
Verdict for Woody Fox Bail Bonds
Education
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Capital University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Purdue University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Legal Education
Dealing with Difficult Attorneys and Clients
N/A
Family Law Update
Status on the Law
N/A
Everything You Don't Know About E-Discovery
The Courts Speak
N/A
Children's Hospital
Cancer and Employment - Finding Solutions
N/A
American Inns of Court
Companies Gain Individual Status -- Citizens United
N/A
American Inns of Court
View From the Jury Box
N/A
American Inns of Court
The O'Bannon Case and the NCAA
Publications
N/A
N/A
LinkedIn
Marriage Equality = Divorce Equality
N/A
Smart Business Network
Burden of Proof
N/A
Small Business News
Employment and Cancer
N/A
Columbus Bar Lawyers Quarterly
The Attorney-Patient "Privilege"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Unsure of what to do?
12 Mar 2019
Q&A
If I did not sign or got handed a subpoena but one was mailed to my address is it legal do I haver to show up to court?
01 Mar 2019
Q&A
How can I sue my husband for reckless endangerment?
28 Feb 2019