Kimberly D. Rife

Kimberly D. Rife is a family law attorney at Barkes, Kolbus, Rife & Shuler, LLP in Goshen, Indiana. She represents individuals and families in matters involving divorce, legal separation, child support, custody disputes, guardianships, adoptions, and premarital agreements. Her practice focuses on helping clients address important family decisions with practical guidance, careful preparation, and an understanding of how court-related issues can affect daily life.

Ms. Rife earned her J.D. from Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington in 1984. She graduated from Purdue University in 1981. Her education provides a strong foundation for analyzing family law issues, preparing clients for important decisions, and addressing sensitive disputes with sound legal judgment. This background supports her work in matters that require both legal knowledge and a clear understanding of family concerns.

Ms. Rife has more than 30 years of experience helping individuals and families throughout the Elkhart County area with family law matters. Her experience includes divorce proceedings, custody and parenting disputes, child support issues, legal separations, adoption matters, guardianships, and premarital agreements. Through this work, she helps clients understand their options, protect their interests, and move through challenging legal situations with a practical plan.

Kimberly D. Rife is also active in the community and professional organizations connected to Purdue University and local service. She is a member of Delta Theta Tau Sorority and has served as a founding board member for both the Purdue Club of Elkhart County and its Foundation Board. Her family law practice reflects a steady commitment to helping clients resolve personal legal matters with care, experience, and dependable guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Barkes, Kolbus, Rife & Shuler, LLP
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Purdue University
  Bachelor of Arts

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