Cass County Family Lawyers

Our firm represents small businesses and families in a wide variety of areas. Some of our main practice areas are litigation, estate planning, general corporate, real estate, probate/will disputes, elder law, and family law.

I am passionate about solving legal problems and helping clients get the outcomes they want.

Eric is a seasoned trial attorney with a diverse legal background and valuable courtroom experience that has honed him into a proficient family law attorney. Commencing his legal career as a deputy prosecutor, prosecuting some of the highest-level crimes in Indiana in the special victim’s unit, Eric swiftly garnered invaluable insights into the intricacies of family law proceedings and courtroom procedure. This experience laid the groundwork for his transition to private practice, where he diligently represents clients in a variety of complex and high stakes legal matters. Eric’s passion for providing zealous counsel to Hoosier families soon led him to...

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Barrows Legal Group, LLC tailors its services to the client depending on the client's goals, financial concerns, complexity and amount of conflict involved. The goal of Barrows Legal Group, LLC for each client is to end the legal representation with the client in a better position than when we were retained. That goal is achieved through creative thinking, advocacy when called for, and negotiated resolution when possible. Just like every marriage is different, every divorce, paternity matter, or custody dispute is unique. The solutions to the conflict should reflect that each client's needs are also unique.

I have been serving the legal needs in Muncie and surrounding areas for 16 years. The areas of law in which I practice are estates, estate planning, real estate, business, guardianships, adoptions and family law.

Vanessa Villegas Lopez was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. A daughter of Puerto Rican, Irish and Colombian descent, she moved to the United States at the age of 8 and grew up in Bloomington, Indiana. She earned her B.A., in Spanish /Sociology at Indiana University, Bloomington; J.D. at the Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indiana University, Indianapolis. She opened her own law office, Lopez Law Office P.C., in January 2008 in Indianapolis. She concentrates her practice in family law, focusing on custody cases and parenting time disputes in divorce and paternity settings. She is also a...

In 2013,2014, 2015 and 2016 Levy & Dubovich was named one of the Best Law Firms in U.S. News and World Report. Attorney Debra Lynch Dubovich is a Certified Family Law Specialist as certified by the Family Law Certification Board. Her practice focuses on family law and appellate cases.

Soy abogado aqui en Indianapolis Indiana y trabajo en casos civiles incluyendo casos familiares, divorcio, custodia, negocios, disputas de contrato, asunto de la renta, lesiones personales, y otras cosas más. Llámenos hoy para hacer una consulta gratis y ver cómo le podemos ayudar.

Tony Gibbens is a trained and registered Collaborative Law Professional, as well as a Registered Family Law Mediator and a Registered Civil Law Mediator. As a Collaborative Law Professional, Mr. Gibbens has access to a network of similarly minded attorneys that seek to provide a low-conflict, co-operative outcomes to best suit all involved parties. Mr. Gibbens, however, does not shy away from hard or complex cases, preferring the “easy win.” He will fight the good fight for you and your family. Mr. Gibbens has a wealth of...

Attorney Eduardo Fontanez was born and raised in Northwest Indiana.

Attorney Eduardo Fontanez handles many different types of legal matters throughout Northwest Indiana (ex: Crown Point, Merrillville, Whiting, East Chicago, Hammond, Griffith, Gary) and the surrounding counties.

The office is less than a mile away from the expressway which makes it convenient for clients.
I hope we can resolve any issue you may need. I and my staff, here at the Law Office of Eduardo Fontanez, are focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to exceed your expectations.

Megan Wells is a 1999 graduate of Indiana University—Bloomington and a 2004 graduate of Indiana University School of Law –Indianapolis. Ms. Wells focuses her practice on family law in all of its capacities, including dissolution of marriage, paternity, establishing and modifying child custody, establishing and modifying child support, establishing and modifying parenting time, adoption and guardianship. In her practice, Megan thoroughly understands that she represents individuals and families in transitional phases in their lives. She understands that family law issues are often sensitive ones, and has the compassion, experience, and legal knowledge to provide representation to individuals at what...

Carmel family lawyer and founder of Hains Law, LLC. Mr. Hains provides personalized legal representation for clients. Attorney Hains focuses his practice on all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, parenting time/visitation, child support, emancipation, adoption, paternity, guardianship, spousal maintenance, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and protective orders. He has the experience to resolve family law matters through agreement, mediation and trial. In addition, he is able to leverage his past business and criminal law experience to provide his clients with the best possible outcome for themselves and their families.

Mr. Churchward’s legal career began at the Allen County Prosecuting Attorney’s office where he tried cases in both the Misdemeanor and Felony divisions. While serving as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, he was exposed to a wide variety of cases ranging from violent crimes to misdemeanor and financial offenses, during which time he gained invaluable experience that he applies to his current practice. in 2000, Mr. Churchward took a position as an associate attorney at Leonard, Hammond, Thoma and Terrill and immediately began working for his clients with the same dedication that he displayed as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney....

Since 1992. Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. Serving all of Indiana from Offices in Indianapolis. State and Federal Court cases. DUI, Traffic Tickets, Family Law, Immigration & Personal Injuries. Former Deputy Prosecutor and Public Defender. Bilingual, Fluent in Spanish.

I have served in the military for over 25 years, working alongside many great people; In my law practice I strive to work alongside my clients in resolving the issues they may face. I stand ready to litigate for my clients, work as a moderator if needed, and giving them someone they can trust.

Following graduation from Purdue University Calumet with a Bachelors degree in Political Science and a Minor in Philosophy, I attended Valparaiso University School of Law and received a Juris Doctor degree. In 2004, I was admitted to the Supreme Court of the State of Indiana and the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern District of Indiana. After graduation, I went on to work in the City of Hammond Legal Aid Clinic, working as an associate attorney representing many clients of very little means in a variety of civil law matters. Through this, I was able to gain valuable...

Lanae Harden is a founding member of HARDEN JACKSON, LLC where she practices family law litigation with more than 14 years of experience. She chairs the firm's Family Law Practice Group. Ms. Harden received her Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Indiana University School of Law, finishing in the top 5% of her class. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated magna cum laude and was a member of the university's tennis team. Ms. Harden is also a four-time Indiana State Tennis Champion. Ms. Harden is a skilled litigator and extremely adept at managing...

Maria works with the family and domestic law team assisting clients with dissolutions, adoptions and guardianships. The team also is experienced at handling custody and child support issues, paternity issues and acting in the role of a guardian ad litem.

Sean K. Hessler is an Indianapolis criminal defense lawyer dedicated to protecting the rights of the criminally accused. As a former prosecutor, he understands the approaches that the State may take in handling criminal cases. With this knowledge, Sean aggressively defends his clients to the best possible outcome by carefully reviewing the evidence and preparing a strong defense.

Melissa L. Rohrer is an aggressive, experienced Family Law trial attorney who practices exclusive family law in the State of Indiana. She is vastly experienced in divorce, child support, visitation, Father's Rights, college expense contribution, paternity, protective orders, emancipations, qualified domestic relations orders and all other various issues arising in family law cases.

I’ve been living in Chesterton for 38 years. I was a coach with the Duneland Soccer Club as well as the past registrar. I also coached Purdue North Central Women’s soccer. I’m very active in my community. I volunteer for several organizations such as the American Legion, where I’m the past Auxiliary President. I’m a fighter against in justices. So much so that I’ve written new laws, lobbied for those laws and was able to seem them successfully passed into law!! My approach in Family Law is caring, compassion, and careful listening....

Andrew Wolf has been practicing law since 2002. He received his law degree from Ohio Northern University and also holds a master's degree in business administration from Purdue University and a bachelor's degree in political science from Indiana University.

Born to immigrant parents from Barbados, Attorney Justin Brathwaite was the first Generation-American member of his family. Born in Brooklyn, New York, raised in Orlando, Florida, Attorney Brathwaite found his desire to help the community around him. This desire took him to attend college at Florida A&M University, one of the most prestigious Historically Black Universities in America. He would obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, learning the quintessentials of financial management. Subsequently, Attorney Brathwaite would attend law school at Florida A&M University, College of Law in Orlando, FL. He would study such classes like Contract Law, Wills Law,...

Tara Cragen is an attorney at the law firm Cohen & Malad. Tara was born and raised in Johnson County, Indiana. Tara earned her Bachelor of Arts at IUPUI and Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University McKinney School of Law. While attending law school, Tara worked as a Certified Legal Intern for the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office where she gained experience in the courtroom. During her time in law school, Tara served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and as a board member of the Family Law Society. Tara focuses her practice in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Defense,...

With nearly two decades of experience, Emily approaches issues in a practical and compassionate manner for clients. In her domestic and family law practice, Emily Szaferski concentrates on dissolutions, adoptions, paternity matters, custody disputes, child support issues, and guardianships. She handles various types of adoptions including private, agency and foster adoptions, adoptions that involve the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, and the finalization of international adoptions.

Carol is a family law attorney and registered family law mediator whose goal is to help people resolve their family law disputes with dignity and, when possible, without going to court. Carol was an associate, partner, and Of Counsel for 17 years at the law firm of Holt Fleck & Romine and now owns the law firm Romine Family Law Services, LLC. While Carol mediates for attorneys throughout the State of Indiana, she has recently started mediating for parties who are unrepresented by attorneys. She acknowledges that this process would not be appropriate for everyone but believes...

I worked as a Civil Court Bailiff and a law clerk for the American Civil Liberties Union. At the Indiana State Public Defender Office, I worked as a law clerk then an attorney. I practice mainly in the areas of criminal law, representing people accused of misdemeanors, felonies, traffic offenses, OVWI/DUI, drug cases, probation violations, and drug crimes. I also practice family law, personal injury, small claims, and Civil Rights and discrimination.

I have extensive trial experience, and I am not afraid to fight for you. I love the challenge of facing the government or big insurance companies. When they...

After years of working at law firms ranging in size from three attorneys to over 150 attorneys, Kirk provides big city service with small town personability. He strives to advise his clients in the most cost effective and efficient ways. Kirk likes to think creatively and look for not so typical, but practical, solutions. Not one to hide behind his desk, he likes to get out there and get things done.

- Admitted to practice law in Indiana and the U.S. District Court of the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana since 2001.
- Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Star lists in 2011,...

Mr. Freedman was admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana and the United States District courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana in October 1984. Mr. Freedman began his legal career as an associate with the esteemed law firm of Barnes & Thornburg in Indianapolis. During his seven-year career at Barnes & Thornburg, he was involved in a wide range of business and personal injury litigation in both state and federal court. He represented such major clients as General Motors Corporation, Uniden Corporation, Fruehauf Corporation, Amtrak and the Soo Line Railroad. He had the opportunity...

Glynn Law is a boutique family law firm that assists with all aspects of family law and related legal issues. As an experienced family law attorney, Jane works with individuals with a wide range of matters, including divorce, paternity, custody and/or parenting time, post-decree modifications (including child support, education expenses, and emancipation), relocation, adoption, guardianship, third party custody, and grandparents’ rights. Jane also practices collaborative law, serves as a volunteer and private guardian ad litem, and provides domestic relations mediation services. Finally, Jane's practice includes assistance with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related health/personal care planning. Jane earned her undergraduate degree...

Mr. Coombs joined the law firm as a Law Associate in 2009 and became a junior partner in 2014. He practices in the areas of bankruptcy, general civil litigation, real estate, criminal law, and business law. Mr. Coombs received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2006 in History from the University of Utah. He received his law degree in 2009 from the Indiana University School of Law–Indianapolis, Cum Laude. He has worked for the Pritzke & Davis law firm as a clerk.

Susan is a ball of fire attorney who will listen to you. She has plenty of life experience and is easy to talk to. Susan has her own practice, has flexible hours and takes on a variety of cases. Her extensive experience in manufacturing management is a valuable asset to her corporate clients. She's licensed in both Indiana and Illinois. Give Sue a call for a free consultation - 219-663-2588

I represent people who've been injured because of the negligence of others. I have concentrated my practice in the field of personal injury litigation, including trucking accidents and litigation. My practice includes a variety of cases including auto negligence, premises liability, insurance coverage disputes, uninsured and underinsured claims against insurance claims, and wrongful death cases. I have tried more than 80 civil jury trials, and represented clients in Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. I received a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating.

It was in the U.S. Army that I learned the meaning of...