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 […]
Family Law
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 […]
Child Support Modification
In any case involving the custody of a child, the Court will address the issue of child support and will likely issue an order for payment of child support. Normally, the non-custodial parent is ordered to pay child support, but there are circumstances in which the custodial parent may pay support or neither parent is […]
Estate Planning after a Divorce
Finalizing your divorce should not end when you get your divorce decree. It is likely that major changes need to be made to your estate plan after you finalize a divorce. Working with an attorney to update your estate plan should always be the next step. After a divorce, ownership and beneficiary designations should be […]
Standby Guardians
Whether a parent is making an estate plan, preparing for international travel, or facing a deportation, parents should address the issue of who will care for their children if they become incapacitated or pass away. Indiana law allows the parent of a minor child to appoint a standby guardian to serve as guardian of their […]
Tuition Remission and Post-Secondary Education Expense Orders
Post-secondary education expense orders are provided for in Indiana Code 31-16-6-2. Some parents reach an agreement regarding payment of their child’s post-secondary education expenses through their dissolution proceeding or subsequent modification of their Decree. For those parents who are unable to reach an agreement, the allocation of payment for those expenses can be ordered by […]
