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Vanessa Villegas López was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. A daughter of Puerto Rican, Irish and Colombian descent, she moved to the United States at the age of 8 and grew up in Bloomington, Indiana. She earned her B.A., in Spanish /Sociology at Indiana University, Bloomington; J.D. at the Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indiana University, Indianapolis. She opened her own law office, López Law Office P.C., in January 2008 in Indianapolis. She concentrates her practice in family law, focusing on custody cases and parenting time disputes in divorce and paternity settings. She is also a trained Collaborative Law Professional. Ms. Lopez has been actively involved with local community boards/professional associations, including Board of Directors, La Plaza; Board Member, Hispanic Business Council; Board Member, Indianapolis Bar Foundation; Advisory Board, Eiteljorg Museum; Participant, Bar Leader Series; Latino Affairs Committee, Indiana State Bar Association; Board of Directors, Legacy House; Diversity Task Force, Indiana Bar Association; Indianapolis Bar Association member; American Bar Association member;NAWBO member; American Inns of Court; Board of Director, SADCO (Friends of Colombia); IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law Alumni Association Board of Directors; Executive Committee, IBA Family Law Section; Indy’s Best & Brightest Finalist 2010. She is a proud mother of a daughter named Magdalena.
Practice areas
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Languages spoken
Spanish, English
Lopez Law Office, P.C.
3502 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN, 46208
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IN | Active In Good Standing | 2005 | 01/10/2021 |
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Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
Client Distinction Award | Matindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Indy’s Best & Brightest Finalist 2010 | Indy’s Best & Brightest Finalist 2010 | 2010 |
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Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Lopez Law Office P.C. | 2008 - Present |
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IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law Alumni Association | Former Board of Directors | 2013 - Present |
Indianapolis Public Library | Board of Trustees | 2013 - Present |
Indianapolis Bar Foundation | Board Member | 2009 - Present |
Indianapolis Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Eiteljorg Museum | Advisory Board | 2010 - 2013 |
La Plaza | Board of Directors | 2006 - 2010 |
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American Inns of Court | Member | 2004 - 2006 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Association for Continuing Legal Education | Applied Professionalism | 2012 |
Association for Continuing Legal Education | Surviving and Thriving | 2012 |
Association for Continuing Legal Education | Surviving and Thriving | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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IN RE: KRISTY GARDENOUR v. DENISE BONDELIE | LGBTQ Non biological mom has same rights as biological mom in same sex dissolution case. |
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Clare Corado, Family Attorney on Dec 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
We frequently refer family law cases to Vanessa because she takes excellent care of our clients and is completely bilingual. Being a lawyer is more than just a job to her -- she also is very involved in the community promoting diversity and Latino issues.
Matthew Tandy, Family Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Vanessa a skilled and effective attorney. I would have no hesitation in referring clients to her and knowing that they would be well taken care of.
An aggressive attorney who represents clients well. I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Schiller, Family Attorney on May 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Barrows, Family Attorney on Apr 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Vanessa and I have been on the opposing side from Vanessa. I found her to be professional, informed, and an excellent advocate for her client. She is an asset to the family law community.
Enrique Flores, Family Attorney on Nov 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am fortunate to know Vanessa at a personal level. Not only is she experienced, but she is passionate about the work she performs for her clients. We have shared clients and they cannot say enough good things about Vanessa and her work ethic.
Vanessa is a skilled attorney who brings value to the family law community.
Amanda Yonally, Family Attorney on Oct 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Katherine Flood, Family Attorney on Jun 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Vanessa is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is an experienced attorney who takes the time to listen to her clients' concerns, develop a strategy to help them meet their goals, and communicate with them every step of the way. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Ms. Lopez.
Travis Van Winkle, Child custody Attorney on May 16, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
She has shown herself to be a true professional while also being a strong advocate for her clients. I would have no reservations in referring potential clients to Vanessa.
Kelly Scanlan, Family Attorney on Apr 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Vanessa is a top notch family law attorney and mediator who maintains the highest level of integrity in her work. I have referred clients to her, including a close family member, and I was grateful to be comfortable in the knowledge that they were in good hands with her experienced and thorough representation. I highly recommend Vanessa.