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4.7 /5.0
14 Client Reviews
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Vanessa Lopez Aguilera
also known as Vanessa Brigid Villegas Lopez
About Vanessa
Biography
Vanessa López Aguilera 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.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
40%
20 years
Divorce and Separation
30%
20 years
Family
20%
20 years
Child Support
10%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2013
Licenses
Licensed in Indiana for 20 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Donald | March 26, 2013 | Child Custody
Life saver
I came to Vanessa behind the eight ball with a horrible one-sided custody agreement with alot of lawyer loopholes preventing me any changes. I live in another state which made it even harder so not just any lawyer could have handle it and I'm 100% positive that any other lawyer would have been a mi...
Posted by Hector | March 26, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
A++ Highly Recommended
I am a divoring father with 3 children, 2 of whom were classified as special need. My case was very complicated but Vanessa really understood what I wanted for my children and protected me during this entire process. Being a professional and working some nights and weekends did not help my case at ...
Posted by kristijrn | October 17, 2014 | Family
I do NOT recommend
At first, Vanessa seemed like a very nice and caring attorney, but I must be honest in my criticisms of her. 1.) I hired her for Family Law matters. She is a general practice attorney and, in my opinion, she does. NOT have adequate knowledge in this area 2.) She is very disorganized. I would send her...
Vanessa Lopez Aguilera's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"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."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Client Distinction Award, Matindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Indy’s Best & Brightest Finalist 2010, Indy’s Best & Brightest Finalist 2010
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Lopez Law Office P.C.
Associations
2013 - Present
IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law Alumni AssociationFormer Board of Directors
2013 - Present
Indianapolis Public LibraryBoard of Trustees
2009 - Present
Indianapolis Bar FoundationBoard Member
2003 - Present
Indianapolis Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
Eiteljorg MuseumAdvisory Board
2006 - 2010
La PlazaBoard of Directors
2004 - 2006
American Inns of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
IN RE: KRISTY GARDENOUR v. DENISE BONDELIE
LGBTQ Non biological mom has same rights as biological mom in same sex dissolution case.
Education
2003
Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2012
Association for Continuing Legal Education
Surviving and Thriving
2012
Association for Continuing Legal Education
Applied Professionalism
2011
Association for Continuing Legal Education
Surviving and Thriving
Languages
Spanish
English