Testimonials

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“Forward Legal helped me through a very difficult time with professionalism, kindness, expertise & efficiency. I always recommend them to friends for the good and not-so-good trials of family life.”

Luisa H.

Outstanding, Compassionate, Professional

“Christopher and his staff were extremely helpful and responsive to all my questions and concerns. Their compassion and diligence was above and beyond what I had hoped for, and I am certain that I would never have reached a positive resolution without their help. I would recommend Christopher and his staff to anyone needing legal advice or assistance.“

Stephanie

“Kim Ripp was my divorce attorney; she was the BEST! She truly cares about her clients and what is important to them. She works days, nights, weekends…she would always respond to me within the hour. Her kindness paired with her professional manner make her an outstanding lawyer. I would highly recommend her!”

Sofia

A Great Lawyer

“I hired Christopher to assist me with a family law matter which is always an extremely stressful experience. I was very confident and prepared by the time we attended my hearing because of Christopher’s thorough research - he was extremely organized and has years of experience. He is an excellent and timely communicator and guided me through every step of the way. Christopher welcomed all of my questions and did an excellent job of calming all of my anxiety. I would wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Krimmer to anyone. “

JoJean

"Kim is amazing. She is kind and patient and is all about getting the best for her clients. She is personable and easy to work with it. She is timely and organized. She makes a stressful situation less stressful. I would recommend her to anyone."

Diane

Christopher Krimmer was the best advocate for my case I could have asked for.

"Three years ago in the midst of a long stretch of clinical depression I hired Christopher to represent me in my divorce case. I was unable to stand up for, or advocate for myself in almost anyway due to be being shut down communicatively and emotionally. I really needed someone in my corner. My case with my ex was not particularly combative but there were some issues for which Christopher really needed to push and stand firm with regard to my child custody, child support and alimony issues. He was fantastic with regard to defending me and getting for me the best settlements possible. I firmly believe he recognized the delicate position I was in and did everything he could to stand up for me and defend my rights as an ex spouse and parent. I felt at ease in his hands and like he truly had my best interests at heart. I could go on and on however I would simply be repeating myself. Christopher is an excellent communicator,smart as a whip,caring,a great problem solver among many other glowing attributes. Christopher was recommended to my by my ex neighbor who happened to be himself, a family court judge. I could not have been happier with my representation and don't think for a minute I could have found a more dedicated or qualified lawyer in town to represent me."

Verified Client*

I used Forward Legal Services for representation in a custody & out of state relocation placement case. They were proactive, respectful and diligent in getting resolutions that was satisfactory for both parties. The Bakke Team provided security and confidence for me in a process that is undeniably difficult. I would highly recommend.

Nadziona N.

Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

I worked with Attorney Ripp during my divorce and I honestly don’t think I could have made it through it without her. We chose the collaborative divorce option, and I know she did everything in her power to make it as easy of a transition for us and the kids as she could. She was incredibly patient, kind, and responsive to every one of my questions and concerns. I could reach her via email at any time of day. She had a presence that put my mind at ease and I knew I could talk to her like a person, not only as my attorney. Attorney Ripp’s professionalism is on point and unmeasurable. I have recommended people to her and will do so as long as she is in practice. I can’t say enough good things about her. You’ll appreciate having her in your corner, should you ever need attorney representation.

Corrin

Angela and Ashley are both amazing!! They kept me well-informed throughout the process and were very responsive to my questions and requests! Angela is insightful, knowledgeable, and absolutely gets results. Thanks so much for what you both do!

Amanda K.

Powerful advocate and wonderful resource

Kim is an excellent partner to have at your side during a divorce. She truly believes in a collaborative divorce being the best path for all involved but is also more than competent to wage battle with a more aggressive and litigious adversary. There were many times when my ex and her lawyer were aggressive and unreasonable and Kim's advice to stay the course and be reasonable saved me not only loads of stress and escalating tensions, but also loads of legal wrangling and fees. I'd highly recommend Kim to anyone that wants a partner by their side that will reasonably and rationally help you navigate what it typically a trying time.

Tim

“ I highly recommend Elizabeth McInerny. She represented me during my divorce. Elizabeth was very knowledgeable, responsive, and compassionate during one of the most difficult periods of my life. She always listened to my wishes and goals and took the time to explain the legal process and various options.”

Diana

Great lawyer and supporting staff

We recently went through a change of primary placement for our daughter. Honestly, we met with Christopher because the lawyer we wanted to meet with was busy. He was nice enough to do the discovery meeting and get our case going for the other lawyer. (He made time for us, even though he knew we weren't there for him). Very quickly we realized they were the right choice for us and there was no reason to meet with, what we thought, was our first choice lawyer. Christopher did a wonderful job of quickly communicating with us and explaining the process. While we were prepared to take this all the way to court, thankfully, we came to an agreement prior. They handled the paperwork and the next thing we knew, our 13yr old daughter is living a new life with us and attending her new school in less than a month. Had this gone to court, I would've been confident in Christopher's ability. However, it speaks to his ability that it didn't come to that. A very well worded stipulation and court order request made the case very clear to the mother that she wasn't going to win. The fight was over before it began. If you're looking for an excellent lawyer with amazing support staff who really care about the outcome of your case, look no further.

Verified Client*

Knowledgeable and quietly confident

After having a bad experience with another family law attorney, I felt very reassured having Christopher in my corner. He is kind and fair, yet bold and aggressive when he needed to advocate for me. He also understands the financial impacts of divorce and knows how to negotiate in tense discussions

Verified Client*

Kim is wonderful to work with! She takes the time to explain options with extreme attention to detail. I enjoy working through the collaborative process with families, and creating fair and reasonable solutions.

Heather

I have had Angela & Ashley as my attorney for a few years now. They have won & got what I wanted in both of my cases. Angela and Ashley make a fantastic team with great communication. I would highly recommend them!

Ann H.

Kim was absolutely wonderful in assisting with my divorce. She was honest, nonjudgmental, responsive, and smart. She helped me get what I deserved through this process. I couldn’t have done it without her. She made me feel safe and like family.

Verified Client*

Highly Recommend!!!

I made the mistake of not using a lawyer when I got divorced. I was starting to pay the price, then I hired Kim. While I may not have liked everything she's had to say, I have always respected her opinion and guidance. Especially when the things I have dealt with are as emotional as they are. If you want someone who will always have your back and guide you in the right direction with the law.... She's your gal!!!

Angie

“My attorney Adam Onkels is a joy to work with. Responds quickly to my emails and calls. Gives me great advice. We have court in 1 week. I am sure he will go to bat for me and give me the results I'm seeking.”

Miguel

The Best Divorce Lawyer in Madison!

Christopher Krimmer was excellent as my divorce attorney. He was always well prepared and made a difficult divorce almost enjoyable. I learned a lot about the legal system working with Mr. Krimmer and he prepared me well for the hearings and arbitration. I would whole heartedly recommend him for anyone looking for an experienced and knowledgeable divorce attorney!

Steven

Best Divorce Lawyer in Town!

Kim was extremely helpful in all aspects of my divorce. She took time to explain several options to me in language I could understand! She was always EXTREMELY quick to answer any questions I have, often responding within minutes. I would recommend Kim to anyone who needs a divorce attorney they can trust and rely on to take care of you.

Rick

I met with Kim discuss a divorce. She is very knowledgeable in the area of Collaborative Divorce. When I went in for my consultation, she answered all of my questions, even before I asked them. Any time I had a question, I just emailed her and I received a response within a few hours. If I needed to see her, she made time. She was so nice and understanding. She made sure that I understood everything fully. She and her staff were great to work with. I felt so comfortable with her. I knew she was on my side the entire time!

MYH

Emily Cunningham has been very helpful! I have never had to deal with going to court for anything. She walked me through the process and answered all my questions. She also speaks Spanish! My ex-husband only spoke Spanish at the time (he's learning English now) and helped us come up with a "legal" way to coparent. I would highly recommend speaking with Emily if you are going through a divorce or even thinking about it. The whole process can be very expensive and tedious, but if you have someone like Emily to guide you through it, it can be a lot less tedious and the costs will be less and worth it.

Bibiana V.

Attorney Ripp is very sensitive and is helpful with everything I needed and continue needing. She makes it easy when preparing a will and all that implies.

Kim

Great Experience, Knowledgeable, compassion, highly recommended.

Christopher did an outstanding job, this was my first time ever hiring an attorney, and he knows what he is doing. His understanding of the law and court proceedings helped me get through my ordeal. I will highly recommend his services and expertise to anyone that needs him. He guided me throughout the process, was very attentive to any questions I had, and his conduct was very professional. His work ethic was great and I believe the way he prepared himself was even better. After two years of going through divorce and custody I got divorced and was awarded 50/50 for joint custody and physical placement for my 4 children when my ex wanted 100% placement. I will highly recommend Christopher in the future to anyone that needs an attorney. PS: The office staff supporting Christopher was also courteous and responsive.

John

Trustworthy

Christopher and his assistant Cody were wonderful and I would highly recommend them! They are very trustworthy, detailed, and competent. I felt like someone had my back during a very difficult time. This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Tracie

The Best of the Best

When I was going to need an attorney for my divorce I didn't have to think twice about who I should get, Kim and her assistants were great and very detailed on what to do or not to do. I would highly recommend Kim as she did a great job handling my divorce!

John

I was not the typical client. After our initial consultation, Kim understood what I was looking for in legal representation. Kim was very professional. She knows the law and was able to offer valuable advice. Reasonable retainer fee and a competitive hourly rate.

Verified Client*

Kind, competent, articulate, professional!

I was referred to Christopher by a divorce attorney in Milwaukee who was one of his law school students years ago. I hired him for my divorce and I found him to be very clear & honest in his advice as he explained clearly how the law works so I understood all of my options. He was priced fairly and he was frugal with my money and only charged me for the time he spent on my case. He always returned my calls and emails and was very accessible which made me feel like I was an important client even though I think I might have been a small case and he is really sought after, I never felt that way!! He is kind, diplomatic, listens, professional, knowledgeable and articulate. He would take my ramblings and turn them into the most eloquent written word. We should all be so skilled! At a stressful time in my life I was so relieved to know that my divorce was in the hands of a competent and kind attorney. I recommend him with enthusiasm!

Joan

A very good lawyer

Christopher is very understanding about the stress you undergo while in a dispute and very caring about my kids mental state. He knew what i wanted without even having to tell him that I wouldn't settle for less! Christopher is very knowledgeable at what he does and it feels great to know you have someone with his personality and knowledge representing you with something that id have no idea how to handle. Thanks for everything christopher!!

Verified Client*

An Extraordinary Attorney

I hired Christopher after meeting with well over a dozen other highly regarded divorce attorneys in the Madison area. I knew choosing my divorce attorney was going to be a huge, life-altering decision, (after all, (obviously most importantly) custody of my kids and my assets were on the line) so I devoted a TON of time and research into making my decision the right one. Christopher immediately stood out during our consultation as extremely bright, knowledgable, experienced, savvy, patient, quick to answer every question with in-depth responses, understanding of how upset I was but informing me of the process, up-front/honest about some of the challenges we might face regarding my case (no sugar coating), and remarkably kind. I researched him at nauseum and found nothing but excellent client and peer reviews prior to hiring him. The aforementioned qualities did not change or fade one bit during my entire experience and time with Christopher and his availability and communication was always top-notch. Christopher's going to tell you what is best for you as his client, even if it's not what you want to hear because you're angry, irrational, or spiteful. He had a way of refocusing me on our long-term goals during my times of anger, feeling hopeless, and irrationality during my divorce--that was really important in retrospect. Divorce is a terrible thing to go through, no matter who you hire, but I know I was extremely lucky to have Christopher's experience, knowledge, and reassuring/kind nature on my side. The fact that he's a remarkably kind, caring, and decent man is icing on the cake; it just so happened the brightest and best attorney I could find had those qualities. Again, I was very lucky to find him. Christopher was seemingly one step ahead of my wife's attorney at every turn. He will fight for you and he's VERY sharp and bright. He's truly excellent at what he does. I never hesitated to contact him with questions or concerns, but ultimately I let him utilize his expertise in the decision making department; something I'm so glad I did now that reflect on my experience. Going through all that I did without his experience, extraordinary expertise, and calming presence by my side is unimaginable in retrospect. Divorce is terrible, no couple thinks it's going to be them. However, it happens and you're going to need a great, not good, attorney fighting for you when it does--and Christopher is amazing at what he does. Needless to say, I'm very happy with the outcome of my case. I can't recommend Christopher enough.

Verified Client*

Highly Recommended - 5.0 stars

Attorney Krimmer was recommended to me after I was not satisfied with the attorney currently handling my divorce. I immediately found Christopher to be responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. He guided me through the painful process with compassion and helped me keep the bigger picture in sight. He kept me well informed and articulated the law and my options. My divorce was resolved as timely and smoothly as it did, due to Christopher's competence and responsiveness. I believe without him representing me, my divorce would have taken much longer with less positive results. I highly recommend Attorney Krimmer.

Kristen

Excellent Results

I highly recommend Christopher Krimmer for any family law matter. My challenges started with my ex-wife serving papers less than a week before the hearing. Christopher was able to pick up this very complicated and contentious case and put everything into timely order. With the critical time constraint presented to me Christopher was extremely sensitive to my needs and concerns. At the hearing Christopher successfully defended me from me ex-wife’s challenges. If you find yourself backed into a corner with a soon to be ex-partner or have continuing issues with an ex-partner Christopher is the attorney for you.

Verified Client*

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