$ 175-250 per hour
When Kristina Retzlaff went to law school, she chose a career that would allow her to help people in their day-to-day lives. “I chose family law because I wanted to work with people who, on a daily basis, would not normally have a need for an attorney,” Kristina says. “I knew this practice area would be most rewarding to me as an attorney. Being able to help people through difficult times in their lives is what makes my job more fulfilling than the average job.”
Kristina says, “What I enjoy most as I work with my clients is seeing the point when they realize that they are going to be okay. Early in the process of a divorce, or any lawsuit, really, people have a lot of doubt about the legal system, their future, their finances, and the children. With my help, there comes a point in the process when they realize ‘life’s going to be different, but I’m still going to be fine’. It is extremely rewarding to get them to that point.”
Kristina Retzlaff graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law in 2004 and served as staff articles editor on the Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy. She also participated in the Elder Law Clinic and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program while a law student. For several years, Kristina traveled through the country as a regional adviser for her sorority, Delta Gamma.
Kristina received her Bachelor’s Degrees in Economics and Communications, cum laude, from Wichita State University in 2001. As a student at Wichita State University, Kristina worked as a student intern for then-University President Donald Beggs. She also chaired the Hippodrome committee, and was a vice-president for her sorority.
For the first six years of her legal career, Kristina focused her practice on Social Security Disability claims. She expanded her practice area to family law five years ago. Kristina spent ten years as an LSAT, MCAT, ACT, and SAT Instructor for Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions.
Since 2015, Kristina has served as a court-appointed mediator and Limited Case Manager. She enjoys helping her LCM clients come to agreements that allow them to avoid a trial. In all of her work, Kristina puts her emphasis on helping people navigate the legal system during rough times in their personal lives.
Professionally, Kristina serves as co-chair of the Family Law Committee at the Wichita Bar Association. She is also a member of the Wesley E. Brown Inn of Court, an organization of attorneys and judges dedicated to the professionalism in the administration of justice. Personally, Kristina is a member of St. Jude Catholic Church where she serves on the welcoming committee. She also volunteers her time serving on the PTO for her children’s schools. Kristina lives in west Wichita with her husband and five children.
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323 N. Market, Wichita, KS, 67202
25 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Attorney
Kristina closed my divorce in 2019, after taking over for another attorney who I felt didn’t protect me and my children properly. She understood how much money I had already spent during the 2.5 year long battle, so she really ended things swiftly for me as to avoid more legal fees. She is respected ...
Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Supportive, Informative, Available
Kristina was phenomenal to work with. My situation was emotional and stressful. I started my process with a different lawyer who didn't listen to me and made my situation worse. I found Kristina and she literally saved the day. She was available for phone calls at the drop of a hat and completely sup...
Posted by Mya | September 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent Expert Attorney
Kristina listened and understood my situation and goals. This made her invaluable to the overall situation. She stood firm in what it would really take for this to be a win for me, which it was. I put full trust in her expertise and recognized that she had my best interest at heart. She is profe...
Posted by Destini | August 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Went above and beyond!
Kristin was used to help me with a divorce she was so knowledgeable and thorough She had to deal with a difficult opposing counsel, she still manage to wrap things up in a quick efficient and timely manner. She is very compassionate and takes your case seriously! She helped me be able to start my lif...
Posted by Brandon | July 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Floodman Family Law
Kristina is a woman of strong family values and she is a straight shooter. She immediately took my stresses and heartache and turned them into a success story. Kelly spearheaded all other issues to include dotting the "i's" and crossing the "T's". Very professional group of ladies! My boys are now ba...
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I highly recommend Kristina. She is extremely knowledgeable about complex Social Security Disability issues. She is very hard-working and provides excellent representation for her clients."
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Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer
2015 - Present
Wichita Bar AssociationCo-chair, Family Law Committee
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Bachelor of Arts
2007
Administrative Law Primer
English