Indiana law allows the use of power of attorneys. In general, a power of attorney allows you to grant authority to another individual to make decisions on your behalf. There are generally two types of power of attorneys: financial and medical. The use of a durable power of attorney and medical power of attorney can help avoid the need for a guardianship in the event of your disability or ...Read More ...
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Property Division in Divorce
Parties must contemplate and plan for the division of their property whenever a divorce is filed. The first step is to identify all assets and debts of both parties, no matter how acquired and no matter how titled. This will include any asset to which a party has a “vested” interest, regardless of whether the asset can be liquidated presently. Sometimes, for instance, a party will have a right to ...Read More ...
Parenting Coordinators
Parenting coordinators are appointed by the Court to work with parents in dissolution or paternity cases to manage the co-parenting decision-making process and work to resolve disputes between the parents. Parenting coordinators are neutral third parties who must maintain independence, objectivity, and impartiality. The parenting coordinator’s role will vary depending on the unique needs of the ...Read More ...
Prenuptial Agreements
While some worry that they are controversial or unromantic, prenuptial agreements are a smart and effective way to plan for your future and protect your interests prior to your marriage. Prenuptial agreements are governed by the Uniform Premarital Agreements Act in Indiana, found at Indiana Code 31-11-3. A prenuptial agreement is an agreement between prospective spouses that is executed in ...Read More ...
Hoosier Hills Food Bank Donations
Slotegraaf Niehoff is happy to announce that we have teamed up with Hoosier Hills Food Bank this holiday season and our office is a public drop-off location for non-perishable food donations from now through the end of 2017! Slotegraaf Niehoff will match pound for pound the first 300 pounds of food donated at our office. Food donations can be dropped off at our office during regular business hours ...Read More ...
We Are Hiring
We are seeking a full-time paralegal to join our team. Experience in family law and litigation are required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please see our website for more information about our office and practice areas. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. Please forward your resume by mail or email to Kayla. ...Read More ...