Divorce, separation, child custody, child and spousal support: these and other family law matters can make life feel unmanageable. Working with an experienced family lawyer can reduce that burden. While you aren’t required to have an attorney for Indiana family law cases, the Indiana Supreme Court recommends against representing yourself in court, noting that court staff can provide you with information but not legal advice.
Working with skilled Indianapolis family law attorneys like those at Camden & Meridew, P.C. is the best way to ensure your rights and best interests are protected. We’re conveniently located in Fishers, Indiana, and serve clients throughout Hamilton County, Marion County, and the greater Indianapolis area.
Our Indianapolis Family Law Attorneys Are Here to Help
Family law cases have wide-ranging impacts on the most fundamental aspects of life: where and with whom you and your children live, your standard of living and financial security, and much more. If you have a family law matter in central Indiana, you need an Indianapolis family law attorney who combines a compassionate approach to clients with keen litigation skills. You’ll find that at Camden & Meridew, P.C.
Our family law experience helps us protect you and your family. With your goals as our guide, we apply years of litigation experience with a thorough understanding of evolving Indiana divorce law to give you stellar representation throughout the life of your case. And if new issues arise in the future, we’ll be there for you then, too.
We Handle All Types of Family Law Cases
When people hear “family law,” they often first think of divorce. Divorce, called a dissolution of marriage in Indiana, is just one example of a family law case. Sometimes a divorce is preceded by a legal separation, which financially separates you and your spouse without terminating the marriage. In some cases, the parties to a legal separation ultimately choose to end the marriage by converting the legal separation to a divorce.
Either a divorce or a legal separation can involve many different types of legal issues, and unmarried people may also need assistance with matters related to family law.
These are some of the legal matters our Indianapolis family law attorneys help clients address:
- Dissolution of marriage (divorce);
- Legal separation;
- Child custody and parenting time;
- Child support and spousal maintenance;
- Modifications;
- Paternity;
- Adoption;
- Guardianship; and
- Grandparent rights.
The issues in your family law case may change over the years. Your family law attorney at Camden & Meridew will be with you each step of the way.
Understanding Indiana Family and Divorce Law
At Camden & Meridew, we believe you should be a meaningful part of your case, not merely an observer. To accomplish that, we help you understand the Indiana divorce process and how Indiana family and divorce laws apply to your case.
To start a family law case, one person files a petition with the court in the county where the family lives. The court will review the information in the petition, which should give notice of the types of matters at issue, such as whether there are children involved. If the parties agree on all necessary points in the case, they can file a written document detailing their agreement. For points on which they don’t agree, either or both parties may request a court hearing.
When all matters have been resolved, either by agreement or by the court’s determination, the court enters an order in the case. In the case of a divorce, the court enters a dissolution decree. The decree ends the marriage and outlines the parties’ respective rights and obligations on matters such as property division, child custody and parenting time, child support, and spousal support.
Family law issues can arise months or years after a divorce is final, especially if there are children of the marriage. Our Fishers divorce attorneys help clients with their cases from start to finish. We’re also available if you’re looking for new counsel in your case.
Find Your Indianapolis Divorce Lawyer at Camden & Meridew
Let us help you with your family law needs.
Deciding who represents you throughout the divorce process and with other family law matters is important. Don’t leave the future of your family to chance. Whether you want to file for divorce, your spouse filed for divorce, or you are facing post-divorce issues, the experienced Indianapolis family law attorneys at Camden & Meridew can help. To schedule a consultation, contact us today by calling 317-770-0000 or completing our online contact form.