Indiana Family Law Attorneys Ready to Help Your Family

Family law cases bring out unique issues that other legal matters may not. The attorneys at McNeelyLaw take an individualized approach to family law cases because we understand that they require a certain perspective. We will evaluate your case on an individual basis to determine what you need and how you can accomplish your goals. We handle your case with care and fight your battles in court when you need someone to have your back.

About McNeelyLaw’s Experience in Family-Related Legal Matters

McNeelyLaw is a full-service law firm founded by Lee McNeely, with attorneys practicing in 25 areas of law across nearly every county in the state. Our firm has built its reputation on professional practice, outstanding client service, and proven success. With over 50 years of collective legal experience, our team handles each case with genuine care and a commitment to helping families reach a brighter future.

Our family law practice areas include: 

• Adoption;
• Child custody and parenting time modification;
• Child support;
• Divorce and the process;
• Grandparent visitation;
• Paternity;
• Post-secondary educational support;
• Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements;
• Property division;
• Protective Orders;
• Spousal maintenance; and
• Third-party custody and guardianships.

We take an individual approach to every family law matter. No two situations are alike, and we evaluate each case on its own terms to determine the best path forward for you and your loved ones.

Clients We Serve

Our family law attorneys work with a wide range of clients. No matter where you are in the process, we are ready to help.

• People Ending a Marriage: You are considering divorce, have been served with divorce papers, or are ready to file, and need to resolve property, debts, financial support, parenting terms, or other decisions required to separate your legal and financial lives.
• Parents Establishing or Protecting Their Rights: You and the other parent are married, separated, divorced, or were never married, and need clear legal terms for parentage, decision-making, parenting time, child support, relocation, or another issue affecting your children.
• Families Formalizing a Caregiving Relationship: You are a stepparent, grandparent, relative, adoptive parent, or other caregiver seeking the legal authority and protections needed to care for a child and make important decisions on the child’s behalf.
• People With Significant Financial or Property Concerns: Your family law matter involves a business, real estate, retirement assets, investments, complex income, substantial debt, or financial dependence on a spouse, and you need these interests addressed carefully as property and support terms are determined.

What You Should Know About Family Law

Family law covers a broad set of legal matters, and the rules that govern them can vary depending on your specific circumstances. Here are a few key areas our attorneys regularly assist with:

Divorce and Property Division: Indiana follows the principle of equitable distribution, meaning marital property is divided in a fair and reasonable manner. Courts presume an equal split is just, but may adjust that division based on each spouse’s contributions and financial situation.

Child Custody and Support: Courts determine custody based on the best interests of the child, weighing factors such as the child’s age, the parents’ wishes, and each parent’s relationship with the child. Child support is calculated according to state guidelines and takes both parents’ incomes into account.

Protective Orders: If you or a family member is experiencing domestic violence, harassment, or stalking, a protective order legally prohibits the alleged abuser from contacting or coming near the protected person.

Additional Services: Our team also assists with adoption, paternity, grandparent visitation, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, spousal maintenance, post-secondary educational support, and third-party custody and guardianships.

Why Trust McNeelyLaw With Your Family Law Matter

Our clients trust us because we show up for them when it matters most. We fight for your rights in court when needed, while keeping the lines of communication open throughout the process. Here is what sets our firm apart:

• Decades of Experience: With over 50 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys have handled some of the most significant family law cases in Indiana’s history.
• A Full-Service Firm: Because we practice in 25 areas of law, we can address the full scope of your legal situation, including real estate, tax, and business matters that may intersect with your family law case.
• An Individual Approach: We do not treat cases as routine. We take the time to understand your goals and build a strategy around them.
• Trusted by Clients Across Indiana: From our offices to courtrooms across the state, we have helped countless families resolve their legal matters professionally, fairly, and efficiently.

Protect What’s Most Important

Your family deserves legal representation that takes your situation seriously. Whether you are just beginning to explore your options or you are ready to file, our team at McNeelyLaw is here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover why so many clients rely on our trusted advice to meet their family law needs.

FAQs About Family Law in Indiana