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K. Page Kistler
K. Page Kistler, P.C.
1080 Laskin Rd.
#104
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Phone: (757) 271-3279 | Fax: (757) 216-9849
http://www.kpagekistler.com/
Personal Service. Effective. Efficient.
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
I welcome new clients with contested and uncontested matters. I also particularly enjoy working with clients who have an undisputed family matter and retain me because they don't know all the legal issues or the court procedures. I like to work with clients who want to make sure their case is handled efficiently and correctly and that nothing is overlooked.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Name Changes
- Restraining Orders
- Enforcement Actions
- Domestic Violence
- Adoptions
- Child Support
- Children's Rights
- Custody
- Foster Care
- Paternity
- State Child Protection
- Visitation
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
- Powers of Attorney
- Advanced Health Care Directive
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
I welcome new clients with contested and uncontested matters. I also particularly enjoy working with clients who have an undisputed family matter and retain me because they don't know all the legal issues or the court procedures. I like to work with clients who want to make sure their case is handled efficiently and correctly and that nothing is overlooked.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Delinquent Support Payments
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Bar Admissions
MA, Dec 1998
Bar Number: 640090
VA, Sep 2004
Bar Number: 67545
Other Court Admissions
Virginia State Courts, Massachusetts State Courts, Federal District Court of Massachusetts.
Association Memberships
Virginia State Bar Family Law Section, Virginia Beach Bar Association, Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Tidewater (Founding Member, Board Member), Virginia Collaborative Professionals (Founding Member), Massachusetts Bar (Inactive).
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars on the topics of divorce, ethics, collaborative divorce, family law, criminal law, etc. My annual attendance always exceeds the required continuing legal education hours.
Example Cases
Every day, I work handling uncontested and contested divorce matters. I also handle child support, child visitation, custody, paternity and other family law matters on a daily basis. The focuses of my law practice are divorce and family law.
Education
Degree:
B.A.
School:
College of William and Mary
City:
Williamsburg
State:
VA
Year:
1987
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Northeastern University School of Law
City:
Boston
State:
MA
Year:
1998
Focus and Accomplishments:
Legal Practice Head Teaching Assistant
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Virginia and Massachusetts
Firm Focus and History
I established K. Page Kistler, P.C. in September of 2004 when I returned to my home state of Virginia after having gone to law school in Boston. I practiced law in Boston from 1998 until July of 2004, when I relocated back to Virginia.
We focus on providing effective, efficient and skilled representation in matters of divorce and family law.
Previous Employment Summary
While I was in Boston, I was an associate at the prestigious family law firm, Lee, Levine & Bowser, LLP. Before I started practicing law, I was the Ballot and Voting Equipment Specialist for the Commonwealth of Virginia for six years at the State Board of Elections in Richmond. I knew punch card ballots and hanging chads before they became famous!
Activities and Awards
I have been a founding member of the professional movement to introduce and integrate collaborative divorce into divorce practice in Tidewater, Virginia.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The more clients can learn, the more they can help themselves and influence the outcome of their cases. In addition to the legal counsel I provide my clients, I encourage clients and others involved in the legal system to learn as much as they can.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I regularly review documents prepared by clients, particularly if they have started to put the terms of a settlement agreement they reached with their spouse into writing. I will also provide a review of documents at an initial consultation, with no obligation that the prospective client retain me for further services.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
If people would like to set up consultations with me to review their case and the legal issues and procedures involved, I will be happy to provide that service.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
The law touches every aspect of our lives. Being a lawyer enables me to use my experience, knowledge and legal skill to make a positive difference in a person's life.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I read a lot. I challenge; I question; I look at a position from different sides, and I look for how different interests can be satisfied. I am curious about what is going on in the world and what people are doing. I work hard to present my clients with legal options and opinions that are based in reality and relevant to their life. I keep my clients informed so they have realistic expectations about the outcome of their case.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Divorce and family law are constantly changing areas of the law that encompass a variety of issues that affect our everyday lives. A family law practice is interesting and challenging. I enjoy the variety of people I meet, the personal contact with my clients and learning something new about individuals, occupations, our community and life every day.
What do you like best about your career?
I like that my law practice is also my business. I have the freedom and ability to create the environment, the culture, and provide mutually beneficial service to clients that we can both appreciate.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner and all of my clients deal directly with me, usually from their first contact to the firm until the case is over. My assistant, Letty, is available to speak and work with clients when I am in court or with other clients. She is instrumental in the quick completion time that we offer to uncontested divorce clients.
What are your strengths and style?
I like working directly with my clients, giving them legal knowledge and options so that they can be the decision makers in their own cases. I listen to my clients' needs and wants and work to reach their goals as effectively and efficiently as I can.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy traveling, reading and participating in walking tours.
Fax
(757) 216-9849
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Additional times available by special appointment
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Letty is fluent in Spanish and a native of Mexico.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
For an uncontested divorce, I offer a flat attorney's fee of $850, which includes a personal consultation with the client, drafting a settlement agreement and final decree of divorce. I handle all of the required paperwork and legal documents for the court, and appear with my client in court for the final divorce hearing.
I also offer a flat attorney's fee to handle all of the legal work and get the job done effectively and efficiently for certain child support matters, uncontested custody and visitation, name changes, stepparent adoptions, close family adoptions, drafting wills, powers of attorney and medical directives.
Hourly Rates
$225 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer an initial consultation of up to one hour for $100.
Typical Retainer
The amount of the retainer varies depending on the scope of the case.
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