Dedicated to
Family Law for
Alaskans
Our calling is your resource.
Family First
We provide advocacy for what matters most.
A legal dispute can be stressful, emotional, and overwhelming. Knowing your rights and obligations can give you peace of mind.
Many of our clients come to us when facing crisis.
As an Alaskan family law office, we offer personalized service, reasonable rates, advice about your options, protect your rights and advocate for the best interests of your children. We will attempt to reach a resolution via discussions, mediation, and/or settlement, and advocate for you at trial if an agreement cannot be reached.
Our team advocates for your family’s best interest.
Nyquist Team
KARA A. NYQUIST, J.D. | Owner & Attorney
KELLEY D. ARD, J.D. | Senior Paralegal
JESSICA FALKE, J.D.| Associate Attorney
PRIYA RAJ, J.D.| Associate Attorney
Kallie Lafferty | Legal Assistant
Connie Kirchner | Senior Paralegal
KAZOUA XIONG| Personal Assistant
DANE LESTER | Legal Assistant
At Nyquist Law we provide
legal expertise and support through our compassionate staff. We offer you the safest assistance in facilitating your most important life changes. Each member of our staff has educational training in
domestic violence and abuse, including behavioral and emotional abuse. We want to acknowledge any hardship you may be facing with a supportive environment while connecting you with representation that considers the entirety of your
best interests now and in the future. Because we’re family oriented, several of our staff members bring their extremely friendly support animals to our offices. Your pet is likewise welcome to accompany you in your journey with us.
Committed to Quality
“Throughout years of complex child custody issues, the Nyquist firm has provided steady guidance and representation, far exceeding the performance of previous counsel. The level of organization, accessibility and expertise has been excellent . . .
there is no substitute for the highest level of representation when facing daunting legal challenges which determine parenting time and the opportunity for sound future relationships with one's children. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending the Nyquist firm to anyone facing divorce and custody challenges.” - f.k.a.
“ . . . she [Kara] assisted our family when my new husband wanted to adopt my son. It was successful and the happiest day of our lives. I have always found her office and staff to be both pleasant and professional.” - Susette Henrikson
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Community Resources
connecting Community though helping hands
We’re advocates for connection to our community and it’s resources. Here are a few of Alaska’s free legal resources.
alsc :
alaska legal services corporation
ALSC offers free civil legal services to low income and disadvantaged people to protect their safety, their health, and promote family stability. We are dedicated to bridging the statewide gap between those who need civil legal help and those who are able to get it. In an average year, ALSC helps over 7,000 low-income Alaskans address civil legal problems. These issues are affecting their families, homes, incomes, jobs and access to vital services such as health care and utilities.
visit ALSCLaw.org
andvsa :
alaska network domestic violence & sexual assault
ANDVSA promotes and sustains a collective movement to
end violence and oppression through social change;
works to support domestic violence and sexual assault programs in Alaska through legal advocacy, pro bono attorney services, legislative and legal advocacy, and resources and statewide coordination for victim advocacy and violence prevention programming.
visit ANDVSA.org
awaic:
alaska women’s aid in crisis
AWAIC is the largest domestic violence safe-shelter in Alaska. Providing immediate, emergency support services to women, men, and their children.
Teaching people to live and love without violence, intervening in the cycle of domestic violence with safe shelter, support, and advocacy for all family members.
visit AWAIC.org
FLSHC:
Family law self help center
The Center is staffed by skilled neutral people who provide valuable legal information and educational materials as a public service.
The Self-Help Center does not provide legal advice or represent you in court. You are responsible for your own case.
visit FLSHC.courtsalaska.gov
DFAS:
Defence Finance Accounting Service
Manages and records payment of all Department of Defense employees. Provides access to leave and earning statements, tax information and forms, and federally supported retirement and health benefits.
visit DFAS.mil
Military.com
Provides benefits information, veteran employment resources, spouse and family resources, and tools to support military members and their families throughout the life cycle of their military service and post-service life.
visit MILITARY.com
Military Compensation
Provides information on compensation, retirement, tax, and benefit policies, legislation, and implementation for military personnel.
federalpay.org
Provides federal, law enforcement, senior executive service, and military pay information as well as resources about federal employment.
visit www.federalpay.org