BartonWood Family Law

BartonWood Family Law stands as Salt Lake City's premier boutique family law firm, built on a foundation of exclusive family law practice and genuine commitment to personalized client service. Founded in 2001 and now led by Kara Lee Barton and Ashley Wood, the firm has established itself as a trusted resource for families throughout the Wasatch Front navigating divorce, custody, and other family law matters. The firm's commitment to focusing exclusively on family law and providing one-on-one legal services distinguishes it in a legal marketplace often dominated by larger firms.

Kara Lee Barton is the founder and managing partner of BartonWood Family Law. She has devoted her entire legal career to family law, practicing exclusively in this field since 2003—over 20 years of dedicated practice. This remarkable tenure reflects both passion for family law and commitment to developing deep expertise. Kara's decision to practice exclusively in family law means that clients receive counsel from an attorney whose focus is entirely on family law matters, without division of attention to other practice areas.

Ashley Wood is a fellow practitioner at BartonWood, having devoted her career to helping all types of families through divorce, custody, parentage, adoption, modifications, protective orders, pre/post nuptial agreements, mediation, and other legal matters. Ashley brings complementary expertise and shared commitment to family law excellence.

What makes BartonWood truly distinctive is its boutique size and commitment to one-on-one legal services. The firm consists of two attorneys who provide direct, personal attention to clients rather than having matters handled by associates or paralegals. In an era when large law firms often delegate matters to junior attorneys or paralegals, BartonWood's commitment to direct attorney involvement means that clients work with experienced practitioners who maintain close involvement with their cases.

BartonWood's family law services are comprehensive, encompassing the full spectrum of divorce and family law matters. The firm excels at providing one-on-one legal services for individuals needing representation in every aspect of Utah divorce, including alimony, child custody and support, visitation, paternity, modification of orders, protective orders, child abuse and neglect matters, name changes, asset and debt division, emancipation, and guardianship cases.

The firm offers pre and post nuptial agreement services, helping couples clarify their expectations and protect their interests. For clients with significant assets or previous marriages, prenuptial agreements can prevent future disputes.

The firm provides mediation services, recognizing that many family law disputes can be resolved through mediation rather than litigation. For couples committed to cooperating in resolving their differences, mediation offers a constructive path forward.

The firm also handles adoption matters, helping families form and strengthen bonds through adoption. Adoption involves complex legal processes, and BartonWood's expertise ensures that adoptions proceed smoothly while protecting all parties' interests.

BartonWood's practice philosophy emphasizes providing comprehensive family law services while maintaining the personal attention that comes with a small, focused firm. Rather than applying cookie-cutter approaches, the firm's attorneys work closely with clients to understand their unique circumstances, concerns, and goals, then develop representation strategies tailored to those specific needs.

BartonWood Family Law is conveniently located in Salt Lake City at 551 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84103, with phone number (801) 326-8300. This central location provides convenient access for clients throughout the Wasatch Front region.

For families in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas seeking family law representation from a boutique firm that focuses exclusively on family law, provides one-on-one attorney services, and is committed to personalized attention, BartonWood Family Law represents an ideal choice. Kara Lee Barton's 20+ years of exclusive family law practice, Ashley Wood's complementary expertise, the firm's boutique size, and its commitment to direct attorney-client relationships make it a trusted resource for families navigating divorce, custody, adoption, and other family law matters. Rather than being a case number at a large firm, clients at BartonWood receive the attention and care that family law matters deserve.