How Long Does a Person Need to Be Married in Indiana to Get a Full Share of Assets in a Divorce? There is no statutory definition for a “long” marriage in Indiana that would entitle a person to a “full”…

How Are Retirement Accounts Split During Divorce? | Indiana Asset Division Lawyer In many family law cases, retirement assets may constitute a large portion, if not the largest portion, of the marital estate.  Retirement accounts can come in a variety…

Negotiation 101 in Mediation As an Southern Indiana mediator with decades of experience, I can’t stress the importance of adequate preparation. So many mediations I’ve been involved in have not settled or lasted substantially longer than they should have because…

What Should I Expect During Initial Mediation? | Southern Indiana Mediator Sometimes the parties don’t realize how stressful mediation can actually be for the mediator. Mediators are trying to juggle lots of different issues and emotions and keep them all…

Should I Hire a Private Investigator for My Divorce and Child Custody Case? Private investigators can be useful in certain divorce and child custody cases. Before hiring an investigator, the critical issues that should be considered are (1) what role…