Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Salt Lake City
BartonWood is a boutique family law firm serving Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Front since 2001. Our attorneys specialize exclusively in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, alimony, protective orders, and complex asset division. We prioritize personalized service, combining legal expertise with compassionate guidance to help clients navigate emotionally challenging situations. Our team focuses on minimizing stress through efficient case management while maintaining a strong ethical commitment to clients and the legal community. With decades of combined experience, we provide strategic representation tailored to each family's unique needs. 
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Alimony
Protective Orders
Complex Asset Division
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of combined experience in Utah family law
- Our attorneys practice exclusively in family law matters
- We maintain an ethical commitment to clients and courts
- We provide compassionate, personalized legal guidance
- We efficiently manage cases to minimize financial burden
What people say
Exceptional legal services
Compassionate guidance
Successful case outcomes
Responsive communication
Ethical representation
Services
Divorce Representation
BartonWood provides comprehensive divorce representation tailored to Utah's legal framework. Our attorneys handle complex property division, spousal support negotiations, and custody arrangements while prioritizing clients' emotional well-being. We combine strategic litigation with mediation options to achieve favorable outcomes. Our approach focuses on minimizing conflict while protecting clients' rights throughout the divorce process.
Child Custody
We specialize in child custody matters, advocating for clients in initial determinations and modification cases. Our team works with custody evaluators to develop parenting plans that serve children's best interests. We provide guidance on visitation rights, relocation issues, and dispute resolution while maintaining focus on family stability during transitions.
Alimony
Our firm handles alimony negotiations and litigation, addressing temporary and long-term support arrangements. We analyze financial complexities to ensure fair outcomes while considering clients' post-divorce financial stability. Our approach balances legal requirements with practical considerations for sustainable support agreements.
Protective Orders
BartonWood assists clients in obtaining protective orders for domestic abuse victims. We navigate emergency and long-term order processes while coordinating with law enforcement and social services. Our team provides compassionate support while ensuring legal protections are effectively enforced through civil and criminal court systems.
Complex Asset Division
We handle high-asset divorce cases involving business valuations, retirement accounts, and real estate division. Our attorneys work with financial experts to ensure equitable distribution of complex assets. We develop strategies to protect clients' financial interests while minimizing contentious disputes over property division.
People
Kara Lee Barton
Managing Partner
Founder of BartonWood with 20+ years of family law experience. Licensed in Utah, Idaho, and Kansas. Specializes in complex divorce cases and child custody matters while maintaining a client-focused approach to legal representation.
Ashley Wood
Partner
Family law attorney with extensive experience in divorce, adoption, and protective orders. Focuses on mediation and collaborative law approaches while advocating for clients' interests in custody and support matters.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, alimony, protective orders, complex asset division, and other Utah family law matters.
How long have you been practicing family law?
Our attorneys have over 20 years of combined experience practicing exclusively in Utah family law since 2001.
Do you handle high-conflict custody cases?
Yes, we have extensive experience managing high-conflict custody disputes with a focus on children's best interests.
Can you help with post-divorce modifications?
We assist with modifying existing divorce decrees including custody arrangements, support payments, and visitation schedules.
What makes your firm different?
We combine legal expertise with compassionate guidance, focusing on personalized solutions rather than one-size-fits-all approaches.
How do you handle emergency situations?
We prioritize urgent matters like protective orders and emergency custody changes while maintaining ethical legal practices.
