Indiana Divorce and Separation Resources

by WomansDivorce.com

The following information is a summary of Indiana divorce law, child custody determination, and child support calculations. You can find divorce lawyers, separation and divorce forms, support services, and domestic violence shelters and hotlines. In addition to the resources listed below, you can find more help and information in our divorce article section.

INDIANA DIVORCE LAWYERS

Law Office of Burton A. Padove
533 Ridge Rd, Unit C
Munster, Indiana 46321
Ph: (219) 836 2200
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Counties Served: Lake and Porter

Burton Padove is an experienced divorce lawyer, helping clients reach a positive resolution in their divorce (dissolution of marriage), legal separation, or other family law matter. Divorce is a traumatic occurrence, leaving many people emotionally and mentally unprepared to make the sound decisions needed to protect their futures. Mr. Padove understands this and takes the time to fully explain what to expect from the legal process and how to protect their interests so they can get the best outcome from their situation.

Our firm offers flat rate services for most family law issues. We also offer hourly rates services for people who wish to represent themselves, but would like a lawyer to look over their paperwork and do any edits if necessary. You can call the office for a free initial consultation and to find out more about our services.

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DIVORCE FORM PREPARATION

Have all of your documents completed for you without a lawyer! This service helps you easily prepare your uncontested divorce papers online by walking you through a series of questions. The final papers are accurate and up-to-date and you will receive detailed instruction on how to file your papers with the court system. You'll also be able to get free access to a large number of downloadable books (worth more than $750) that discuss all the issues that come up in a divorce. Plus, they offer "Real Person" customer support by phone & e-mail. Start your Indiana divorce forms today.

QDRO PREPARATION

QDRO Preparation - This service by QdroDesk is for individuals and lawyers alike, offering the ability to prepare a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) for the division of retirement accounts.

DIVORCE AND PARENTING SERVICES

Children Cope with Divorce - Mandatory Parenting Class

Many parents of minor children who are getting a separation of divorce are required to take an educational workshop of the effects of divorce. The aim of these classes is to educate the parents about post-divorce parenting, learning how to cooperate with each other about child related matters, and how to ease their child's transition after divorce. The "Children Cope with Divorce" workshop generally lasts for 4 hours and should be completed within 60 days of filing for a divorce or separation. There are programs are 11 counties in Central Indiana which are held during times convenient for parents.

We also have a separate page that lists a variety of divorce and parenting resources, including education to help parents keep kids out of the middle of divorce, Christian legal alternatives to help couples structure a settlement agreement without the hassle and cost of having to go to court, and resources to help you locate a qualified divorce attorney or mediator. Check out these Parenting & Divorce Resources.

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DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUPS

Indy Divorce Support Groups
Find divorce support groups in the Indianapolis area to help you deal with the issues of divorce and ease the transition as you begin rebuilding your life.

Look up other local divorce groups in your area. In addition to DivorceCare, there are groups for adults, children, and those supporting survivors of domestic abuse.

DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES

ICAVD - Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Crisis and Support Services
Programs and Shelters

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INDIANA DIVORCE LAWS

Complete IN Divorce Statutes

Specific laws from Indiana Code Title 31:

Annulment / actions to annul void marriages (IC 31-11-10)
Residency requirements to file for divorce (IC 31-15-2-6)
Grounds for divorce (IC 31-15-2-3)
Legal Separation (IC 31-15-3-3 through 3-6)
Dividing property in divorce (IC 31-15-7-4 through 7-7)
Alimony / spousal support (IC 31-15-7-1 through 7-3)
Rehabilitative maintenance (IC 31-15-7-2)
Restoration of maiden name / name change (IC 31-15-2-18)
Child custody (IC 31-17-2-8 through 2-13)
Child support (IC 31-16-6-1 through 6-6)
Child support income withholding orders (IC 31-16-15)