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Robert York

Robert York

Robert W. York & Associates
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Biography

Marion County and all surrounding counties, Probate Lawyer, focusing on contested disputes involving: estates, trusts, probate, guardianships in all Indiana state and federal courts.

Administrative Law Judge, Indiana, 1974-83. Frequent Special Judge, major felony jury trials (1992-2011, 2016-2018). Frequent Indiana Supreme Court Hearing Officer, attorney discipline matters 2013-2020. Frequent court-appointed estate, guardian and trust fiduciary. Mediator.

Admitted, United States Supreme Court, 1991-2024.

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, (1999-2024).

Martindale-Hubble Rating, AV (1999-2024).

Practice Areas
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Family Law
Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    All fees are based upon a Engagement Agreement agreed to by the client.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Indiana
Indiana Supreme Court
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U.S. Supreme Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Founder
Robert W. York & Associates
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Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
J.D. (1973)
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Honors: Cum Laude
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Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Fort Wayne
B.S. (1969) | Education
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Awards
Preeminent Lawyer
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
1999-2025
Indiana Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2007 - 2024
AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
1999-2023
Professional Associations
Litigation Counsel of America
Fellow and Senior Fellow; Order of Justicia (100 + Jury/Court Trials);
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Indiana State Bar
Member
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Indianapolis Bar Association
Board of Directors 2006-2012, 2014; Vice-President, 2008, 2014; Chair various committees, 2006-2024).
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Indiana Trial Lawyer Association
President, 1998-1999; Board of Directors, 1983 - 2021, College of Fellows, 1993-2021, Emeritus Director, 1999-2021.
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American Bar Association
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Claims Against Decedents’ Estates
Estate & Trust Litigation
Evidence in Probate/Trust Litigation
Evidentiary Problems in Probate Litigation
Five Key Cases of 2011
Five Key Cases of 2012
Five Key Cases of 2013
Five Key Cases of 2014
Five Key Cases of 2015
Five Key Cases of 2016
Five Key Practice Tips Regarding Attorney’s Fees in Probate Cases
Five Tips on Managing Abusive and Vexatious Litigation
Jury Trials in Will Contest Actions
Motion Practice – Oral Arguments
New Marion County Local Probate Rules and Forms
Pitfalls for the Non-Probate Practitioner
Tips on Obtaining or Opposing Attorney’s Fees in Will and Trust Contests
Top Ten Rules To Follow In First Probate Case
Traps for the Non-Probate Practitioner
York's Top Ten Probate Decisions - With Practice Pointers
Speaking Engagements
Evidence in Probate/Trust Litigation, ICLEF Seminar, Indianapolis, IN
Motion Practice – Oral Arguments, IBA Seminar, Las Vegas
Tips on Obtaining or Opposing attorney’s Fees in Will and Trust Contests, 120 Hot Tips in Estate Practice, ICLEF Seminar
Five Key Practice Tips Regarding Attorney’s Fees in Probate Cases, 90 Hot Tips in Estate Practice, ICLEF Seminar
Websites & Blogs
Website
Legal Answers
5 Questions Answered
Q. How do I find the attorney for my deceased parents' will and estate in Indiana?
A: Go to https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/#/vw/Search and enter the name of your parent(s). If an estate has been opened you can then click on that case and the attorney will be listed. Good luck.
Q. Can a trust amendment made 16 days before death be challenged in Indiana?
A: Any person who is mentally competent and acting with their own intention and not the intention of someone else, and is not subjected to fraud, may make their own estate planning decisions, including to amend their trust, unless there is some form of contract that they will not change their trust.
Q. Are there any significant disadvantages to having a TOD (transfer on death) agreement for one's brokerage accounts?
A: Suggest that you review the information at: https://www.finra.org/investors/insights/plan-ahead-transfer-your-brokerage-account-assets-death#:~:text=With%20a%20TOD%2C%20you%20keep,changes%20or%20revoke%20the%20TOD.
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Contact & Map
Robert W. York & Associates
7212 N Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN 46250
US
Telephone: (317) 842-8000
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed