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A native of Indiana, I could only call Indiana home. I was raised by my grandparents in Plymouth, Indiana. As a basketball and baseball player in highschool, I earned a scholarship on to college. After an injury, I had to work to make it through school. I graduated earning top honors through college and law school. Upon graduation, I started working for the State of Indiana as a prosecutor and since have been through more than 100 jury trials fighting from both sides of the aisle.
If you are looking for a Criminal Defense Lawyer or Family Law Attorney in Anderson or Indianapolis, go with an attorney experienced at getting results and loves the heat in the kitchen.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Indiana for 20 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Garrison Law Firm, LLC
800 Main Street, Suite 212, Anderson, IN, 46016
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Showing 11 - 15 of 21 reviews | Case Results
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Lawyer
When I talked to Chris I was looking for a Pro Fathers Rights attorney. I took a day to think about hiring him. I was impressed and felt comfortable with hiring him. So after I hired him and he took my case very seriously! Any time I needed to ask a question or anything he welcomed my questions. Wh...
Posted by amy | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
I wish I had started this with Gilley!
Since my divorce, I have been making decisions I was unclear and reluctant about making. I lacked the confidence I needed to follow through and complete any attempts to get what was fair for my children. Mr. Gilley has been genuine and sincere about making sure I was aware of the possible outcomes ...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family
Amazing Family Law Attorney
Gilley guided us through a difficult family law case. We won custody and got 98% of what we had went in asking for. Gilley was attentive, communicative, and was amazing in the courtroom!
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A shark in the courtroom!
Gilley was a shark in the courtroom. He defeated the prosecutor at my trial and I am free because of him! He took the time and knew my case inside and out. I wish I would have started with Gilley rather than another attorney!
Posted by Ryan | November 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Class Act
Gilley helped me through a very a hard time. We may have had a few differences along the way but I am so Happy with the Results. He was fast and very thorough.
Christopher Mathew Gilley's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Chris throughout his career as a prosecutor in Hamilton, Marion and Madison counties as well as his current position in private practice. Chris is a terrific trial attorney who is quick on his feet and highly intelligent. He cares about the people he represents and is passionate about representing them to the fullest."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely well versed in all matters of Criminal Law. I regularly consult him for his expertise when civil matters have a criminal element to them and the timing of the prosecutor in other actions. Certainly one of the best."
Experience
Honors
2021
2021 Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Gilley Dandurand & Summerfield law group llp
2011 - 2012
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Madison County States Attorney
2008 - 2011
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Marion County Prosecutor's Office
2006 - 2008
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Indianapolis Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Hamilton County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Cynthia Worrell v. Brian Worrell, 23A-DR-224 (November 28, 2023)
Affirmed, Father kept custody and did not need to pay Mother's fees.
Brian Worrell v. Cynthia Worrell, 20A-DR-2106 (July 26, 2021)
This was one of many ultimately awarding my client, the father, custody and no order to pay mother's attorney fees.
Education
2006
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Manchester College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Indiana surety bail agents association general meeting
Bond Reform
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers