Larry David Stassin

Larry David Stassin

also known as Larry D. Stassin

3.7
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 35 years

Child custody Lawyer at Dyer, IN
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation ... +12 more

1160 Joliet St Ste 201, Dyer, IN

About Larry

Biography

Practice Areas

15

Practice Areas

Child Custody 7%

Litigation and mediation for child custody cases for both mother and father.

36 years

7%
Child Support 7%

Modification and enforcement of support orders from divorce and paternity proceedings.

36 years

7%
Divorce and Separation 7%

Divorce and legal separation proceeding for both men and women.

36 years

7%
Juvenile Law 7%

Cases involving both paternity ans well as juvenile delinquency proceedings. Also available to practice in CHINS proceedings.

36 years

7%
Personal Injury 7%

Litigation and resolution of personal injury claims resulting from car, motorcycle, workplace and slip and fall type accidents.

36 years

7%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 35 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1990

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Layer Tanzillo Stassin & Babcock PC

1160 Joliet St Ste 201, Dyer, IN, 46311-3079

Layer, Tanzillo, Stassin & Babcock P.C.

1160 Joliet St., Suite 201, Dyer, IN, 46311

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Larry David Stassin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Look elsewhere

I would have saved approxamately $10,000 just using my ex's attorney since Larry Stassin did not fight for anything even though saying he would put it in front of a judge. The case kept getting delayed. I was told because the opposing council had schedule conflicts. When I was present for a pr...e trial conference he told the judge the petitioner could not make it. The opposing council said "thanks Larry". Did he lie to me or to the judge in order to protect the opposing council? It was definitely one of us. There was a case before mine with the same opposing council and a party had died. Larry Stassin said "what do we do". The judge even said "you don't know"? When I mentioned the case to a different attorney I use that doesn't work in the field of this case he said I could use his name and ask why he isn't being more aggressive. I could go on but those instances can be proven. His communication is extremely poor and no explanations of anything. I have heard through other sources that this in known about him. Pay no attention to the "ethics" plaque hanging in his office.

Posted by Julia K | June 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Honest, Helpful and Understanding

I went to Larry for a personal matter and he was very helpful. He is smart, kind, and doesn't think he is better than other people, like some lawyers do. He does not sugar coat things either and offers what I believe to be good, straight forward, factual advice. I recommend Larry. While no good lawye...r is cheap, I feel he billed correctly and the money I spent was worth the advice and legal help. He is a good listener but also keeps you on track. Go see him if you need help with any type of family law.

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Larry David Stassin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karl Hand

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Elkin

Probate lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Larry single handedly moved our case from a standstill to its conclusion. Our firm needed an out of state attorney and he was able to to move through the court system with tremendous speed and aptitude. I am honored to endorse Larry for his work ethic and control of cases he wishes to undertake."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Stassin is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Kevin Smith

Unknown lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Larry for over 15 years and have always known him to be hard working, client-oriented and results driven. I endorse this lawyer."

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Terrence Rubino

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Larry is a respected and active lawyer. He is smart, skilled, compassionate and well-grounded."

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Julie Stephens

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Larry for 15 years and I think for my first case that I handled he was the opposing counsel. Larry can be considered a go-to guy; he will represent his clients to the fullest with also trying to keep all parties calm and seeking a resolution."

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Jack Kramer

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Larry is a very good lawyer and I fully endorse him. Larry has proven himself to be more than well qualified to successfully handle litigation matters."

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Scott Yahne

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked along side Larry for approximately 20 years and know him to be a very committed and outstanding lawyer. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Babcock

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Larry does a great job for his clients."

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Beth Brown

General practice lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Cooperative Family Law Certificate, LCBA

N/A

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner/Partner, Layer, Tanzillo, Stassin & Babcock P.C.

2014 - Present

Chief Public Defender, Lake County Public Defender's Office

1900 - Present

Member, Tanzillo, Stassin & Babcock, P.C.

1990 - 2005

Partner, Sachs & Hess, PC

1988 - 1990

Clerk, Brand and Allen

Associations

1991 - Present

Indiana State Bar

1990 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

2004 - 2006

Indiana State Bar Association

Legal Ethics Committee

2004 - 2006

Indiana State Bar Association

Committee on Unauthorized Practice of Law

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re J.T.D & J.S. 45A03-1308-AD-310

Affirmed

Forbes v. Forbes, Merrill Lynch, 45-A05-0301-CV-36

Affirmed

Thomas v. Orlando, 45A05-0503-JV-136

affirmed on appeal

Pedraza v. City of East Chicago

Summary judgment affirmed

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Education

1990

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Indiana University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Illustrated Ethics:Case studies to avoid malpractice

Legal Malpractice

2010

Talk with a Lawyer Day - MLK Day

Pro Bono Lawyer

2004

Law Day

Law profession

Languages

Polish

Activity

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