How to Win Against a Narcissist in a Contested Custody Case

The term narcissist is commonly used to describe a person who believes they are very important, demands constant praise and attention, is extremely self-centered, and will ignore the needs of others to meet their own. Narcissism, however, is a personality disorder recognized by the American Psychiatric Association. Narcissistic personality disorder can only be diagnosed by […]
Demystifying Legal Appeals in Indiana: Challenges and Solutions

Most people have heard that appeals are rarely won, and after being told by a friend, or witnessing firsthand, the “mistakes” that a trial court can make, are left wondering how that is possible. The appeal process can seem a bit one-sided and at times quite unreasonable. Understanding the intricacies of an appeal, however, can […]
Child Support and Custody: Interlinkages in Indiana Law

For decades child support was thought of as the amount Dad paid to Mom every week to help financially support the children. Now, not only is it not always Dad paying Mom, but in many cases Mom paying Dad, and in others, no one is order to pay child support. This is due to significant […]
Military Divorce in Indiana: Unique Aspects and Considerations

A military divorce can be a little different than a civilian divorce, as it might require special attention to some of the unique circumstances of our service members and their spouses. The military offers many benefits for couples considering divorce that the parties should be aware of, as well as benefits which may belong exclusively […]
Understanding Marital Debt Division in Indiana Divorce Proceedings

Most couples think about what marital property is owned and how it should be divided during a divorce, oftentimes before, but may neglect to consider marital debt division in the divorce proceedings. So when collecting or copying financial statements, titles, deeds, and insurance policies, do not forget to copy the bills, mortgages, personal and student […]
Attributes of a Successful Appellate Court Attorney in Indiana

There are attorneys who intermittently do appeals and then there are appellate attorneys. The difference is in the attorneys experience and skill set. Appellate practice requires certain abilities and talent that trial lawyers may not possess. This blog discusses the attributes of a successful appellate court attorney in Indiana. First, and probably most importantly, an […]
Understanding the Effects of Parental Alienation on Child Custody in Indiana

Parental alienation can prevent a child from having a meaningful relationship with a parent, cause psychological damage to the child, and create an array of issues with child custody. Many parents may be unaware of exactly what parental alienation is, how to recognize the signs, or the long term effects it can have on a […]
Indiana Divorce Law: Understanding the Concept of ‘Best Interests of the Child’

Anyone who has been through a divorce in Indiana has probably heard the phrase “best interests of the child” numerous times. But what does the concept of best interests of the child under Indiana divorce law actually mean? This blog discusses Indiana divorce law and the concept of best interests of the child. The statute […]
Pensions and Divorce in Indiana: What You Should Know

Pensions can be a real source of contention during a divorce. Conversely, they can be overlooked by the parties as many are set-up to earn money and let you forget about them as they do so. No matter how a pension is structured, it is always best to have it evaluated before writing it off […]
Understanding the Role of a Guardian ad Litem in Indiana Custody Cases

A guardian ad litem, often referred to as a GAL, may be appointed by the court to represent the child’s best interests in a custody dispute. A guardian ad litem is generally an attorney but may be a volunteer or employee of a county program. The court may appoint a GAL on its own, or […]