Family Law, Divorce & Domestic Relations

Helping You Through Life’s Most Difficult Transitions

Few legal matters are as personal—or as emotionally charged—as family law issues. Whether you're facing a divorce, fighting for custody, or trying to protect your financial future, these aren’t just legal problems. They affect your family, your home, and your peace of mind.

At Ray, Winton & Kelley, we help clients navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives with clarity, honesty, and steady support. We know how overwhelming it can feel, and we work to give you control, not confusion.

Divorce: Protecting What Matters Most

Divorce is more than just paperwork. It’s about separating your life from someone else’s—financially, emotionally, and legally. And every divorce is different. Some are amicable. Others are anything but.

We help clients with:

Contested and uncontested divorce
Division of marital property and debts
Spousal support (alimony)
Temporary orders for custody, support, or exclusive use of the home
Drafting and reviewing separation agreements

Our goal is to help you make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary conflict. But when the situation calls for it, we’re ready to fight to protect what’s yours.

Child Custody and Support: Keeping the Focus on the Kids

Custody battles can be exhausting—and when you’re in the middle of one, it’s easy to feel like no one’s listening to what’s best for your child. We help clients work toward fair, stable arrangements that prioritize the child’s wellbeing while respecting your role as a parent.

We handle:

Initial custody determinations
Modifications to existing custody or support orders
Child support calculation and enforcement
Parental relocation disputes
Parenting plans and visitation schedules

Even when both parents want what’s best, it helps to have someone who can cut through the noise and keep the process focused and respectful.

Domestic Relations Beyond Divorce

Family law includes more than just divorce. Some clients come to us before they marry, others after long periods of separation or legal complications involving relatives. No matter the situation, we provide thoughtful, individualized advice that’s focused on resolution—not drama.

We assist with:

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
Paternity actions
Guardianship of minors
Enforcement of existing family court orders
Domestic violence protection orders

When your family is in crisis or transition, it’s hard to think clearly. We offer grounded, compassionate guidance to help you protect yourself and your loved ones.

Our Approach to Family Law

We understand that every family is different—and so is every case. Some clients need strong courtroom advocacy. Others need quiet negotiation. Our job is to listen first, then tailor a plan that fits your priorities, your timeline, and your long-term goals.

We don’t push you into battles you don’t want. We don’t promise quick fixes. But we do provide honest, strategic legal guidance—and we stick with you every step of the way.

Why RWK Is the Right Fit

At Ray, Winton & Kelley, we’ve built a reputation on practical, thoughtful legal work that puts our clients’ needs first. We don’t overcomplicate things or bury you in jargon. Instead, we focus on helping you understand your situation, make informed decisions, and take the right steps to protect yourself, your family, or your business.

With decades of experience serving Charleston and communities across West Virginia, we bring both deep legal knowledge and a grounded, real-world perspective to every case. Whether you're planning ahead, facing a dispute, or simply looking for clarity, you can count on our team to provide steady guidance and dependable representation.

FAMILY LAW, DIVORCE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS

Family relationships are complex, and the finances associated with those relationships are often intricate. We have the ability to understand the complexity of those relationships and provide our clients with effective counsel, especially when relationships end in divorce. We handle divorce cases at all income levels and have had particular success with high net-worth cases.

CORPORATE LAW & LITIGATION

Starting and operating a business requires many important decisions. We can help guide you through the process and protect your interests. The issues we handle include business incorporation, breach-of-contract claims, construction law, contractor’s liens, collection of debts, judgment enforcement, non-compete agreements, fraud, partnership disputes, operating agreements, employment matters, and business purchases and sales.

GENERAL CIVIL LAW & LITIGATION

General civil litigation involves seeking compensatory damages for some actual or perceived wrong. However, remedies in civil matters can also include specific performance of a contractual agreement, injunctive or other equitable relief.

REAL ESTATE LAW & LITIGATION

We handle a variety of real estate legal issues, including sales, leasing, financing, contract negotiations, title assurance, landlord-tenant relations and taxes. When litigation is necessary, we represent clients in disputes over construction, mechanic’s liens, easements, boundaries, condemnation and landlord-tenant issues.

LAWYER DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS

Mark Kelley has represented numerous West Virginia attorneys in all stages of the disciplinary process. If you need representation in this area or just want a consultation to help you deal with a complaint, the firm is ready to assist you in the process.

EMPLOYMENT

Employment law encompasses thousands of federal and state statutes, administrative regulations and judicial decisions that cover a wide spectrum of the employer/employee relationship. We handle issues for employees or employers in such areas as collective bargaining, employment discrimination, unemployment compensation, pensions, workplace safety and workers’ compensation.

MEDIATION

The firm offers mediation services for business disputes, estate disputes and domestic relations cases. Mark and Sam have taken basic and advanced mediation courses through the West Virginia State Bar. Mark has mediated numerous cases in the above fields and is available to assist litigants and their attorneys in trying to resolve these often-complicated and contentious matters. Sam generally limits his mediation practice to family law disputes. It greatly enhances the chances of a successful mediation if your mediator has extensive experience dealing with the issues to be mediated.

Testimonials

Elizabeth Smith

Mr. Kelley is extremely responsive and knowledgeable when it comes to family law. He and his staff are have done an excellent job handling child custody issues quickly and effectively, highly recommend.

David Log

A very old and established law firm. Great for estate management and general law.

Leslie Richmond

Franki Parsons has been a life saver. Franki goes above and beyond to help you. So easy to talk to and you know she cares. Can't recommend enough.