Termination of Biological Parental Rights in Indiana Adoption Proceedings
When a child is adopted in Indiana, it severs the parental rights of the biological parents and transfers those rights to the adoptive parents. Termination of parental rights is a serious matter that the Indiana courts do not take lightly by any means. The courts’ goal is to ensure the child’s wellbeing is advocated for […]
Ways to Collect Child Support From a Non-paying Parent in Indiana
In the state of Indiana, child support is a critical financial obligation for parents to support their children’s wellbeing. However, some non-custodial parents may fail to fulfill their child support responsibilities, leaving the custodial parent to navigate the complex process of collection. An experienced family law attorney can guide you through this process and help […]
What You Need to Know about Consent Requirements in Indiana Adoption Cases
Adoption cases in Indiana have a strict statutory scheme that must be followed to ensure that there is a valid and enforceable adoption. Public policy emphasizes the need for consistency and the wellbeing of children in the state of Indiana, and so the adoption process is no different. One major requirement in adoption proceedings is […]
Intervention in Adoption Proceedings in Indiana
Adoption is widely held to be a celebrated event in people’s lives, as it is viewed as an exciting new chapter for a family. There are instances where adoption proceedings can be complicated and more of a battle amongst the parties involved. When there is a battle over people seeking rights over a child, it […]
Raising an Unrelated Child in Indiana Paternity Matters
In Indiana, paternity cases establish the child’s biological parentage which is in the child’s best interest. There is a public policy interest to establish paternity for the children in Indiana while also maintaining as much normalcy as possible in the child’s life. While establishing biological parentage is important it is equally important for those individuals […]
Helpful Tips for Navigating High Conflict Custody Battle
Custody matters can be an emotionally exhausting process, especially when it is a high conflict matter. High conflict custody battles can truly take a toll on all members involved. While it is easy to be consumed by a high conflict custody matter, there are some ways to mitigate the stressors associated. The assistance of a […]
The Continuous Crime Doctrine Influence on Domestic Violence Proceedings
For victims involved in domestic violence proceedings, the continuous crime doctrine is a legal concept that must be understood. The continuous crime doctrine stems from a category in Indiana’s double jeopardy clause. Indiana’s double jeopardy clause prohibits convicting a defendant of two or more distinct chargeable crimes when they constitute the same offense, it also […]
Important Factors for a Good Attorney-Client Relationship
Family law encompasses some of the most emotionally taxing and vulnerable proceedings. A lot is at stake for individuals involved in a family law proceeding, whether it is divorce, child custody, parenting time, visitation, child support, adoption, etc. Adverse parties also contribute to the emotional stress associated especially if the adverse party has narcissistic characteristics. […]
The Evaluations That Arise in Child Custody Matters
When parents separate or divorce in Indiana, one of the most critical issues they face is determining child custody arrangements. It is not uncommon in custody proceedings for the Court to order a child custody evaluation to gather information and insight that can help make decisions in the best interests of the child. While a […]
How to Terminate Child Support
Parents have a legal duty to financially support their children and one form of this duty is brought to fruition through the obligation to pay child support. If you pay child support, then you are likely familiar with the court proceedings that determine child support and the amount. Fear not, as child support obligations do […]