Terri Hudson Tinder

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Terri Hudson Tinder

4.9
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 18 years

Child custody Lawyer at Merrillville, IN
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Foreclosure, Guardianship

9120 Connecticut Drive Suite D, Merrillville, IN

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Terri

Biography

I will guide you through the legal process with compassion and experience. Call 219-230-3532

I will guide you through the legal process with compassion and experience. Call 219-230-3532

I will guide you through the legal process with compassion and experience. Call 219-230-3532

I will guide you through the legal process with compassion and experience. Call 219-230-3532

I will guide you through the legal process with compassion and experience. Call 219-230-3532

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 45%

18 years

45%
Divorce and Separation 45%

18 years

45%
Foreclosure 5%

5%
Guardianship 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 18 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2007

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Terri Hudson Tinder

9120 Connecticut Drive Suite D, Merrillville, IN, 46322

tinderlaw.com/index.html

Terri Hudson Tinder's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (17) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Jen | June 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Child support

I would highly recommend Ms. Terri Tender to anyone with no hesitation. She fought long and hard for me and my daughter in a long three year child support battle. She saw the unfairness and went above and beyond for me. She genuinely cares and will fight for what’s right. Terri is compassionate, very... professional and extremely patient. Im so very thankful for her. Job well done!

Posted by Latoya | November 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Court Child Support

I hired Attorney Terri Tinder in 2020 to get the ball rolling on child support and joint legal custody of my daughter. The first matter was settled and all went well. After less than a year of getting the child support order in place, the non custodial parent stopped paying the order and filed for fu...ll custody and modification of child support. Every time Terri and I went after child support, the NCP kept filing modifications in the court. Terri was there every step of the way and though I panicked, she reassured me that we would get through it all. Today, she presented my case to the courts and did a spectacular job with cross examination. I highly recommend Terri as she is my Attorney. I would hire her in a heartbeat again.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Lawyer: Knowledgeable, Compassionate, and Tenacious

Attorney Tinder is an outstanding lawyer who stands out for her deep knowledge of the law, compassion, and true care for her clients. She handled my case with efficiency and kept costs down, always being mindful of my budget. Her communication was excellent—quickly responding to all calls and emails.... In court, Attorney Tinder was tenacious and incredibly well-prepared, with meticulous attention to detail. Her thorough research and commitment to my case made a noticeable difference. Professional, dedicated, and highly effective, she made me feel confident every step of the way. I highly recommend her for any family law matter.

Posted by Samantha | November 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer in Town!

I was in search of a new lawyer when a neighbor told me about Terri. The first time we spoke she listened, understood, and believed my experiences. I was 2+ years into my divorce and the difficulties of the custody battle were increasing. Terri knew which steps to take to turn this around and fight f...or what was best for my child. Her knowledge in Guardian Ad Litem work and Domestic Violence made me feel confident in her representation of me. Terri never stopped working for me; even after hours or on weekends. Please follow her advice and listen to her expertise. She is not afraid of a fight and will fight for you!

Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Advocate for Children

I hired Attorney Tinder because she is experienced and trained in handling cases of domestic violence. She is thorough in her research and preparation for court. She cares deeply about the safety and well-being of women and children. You will not find a better attorney in NW Indiana for protecting th...e well-being of survivors of abuse.

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Terri Hudson Tinder's Lawyer Endorsements

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Betsy Walits

Family lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terri Tinder is a thorough and compassionate attorney, and committed to advocating for her clients. I highly endorse Terri Tinder."

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Lea Shelemey

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Tinder for 11 years. She has a good analytical mind, and combined with her knowledge of the law, she is a great advocate for her clients."

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Susan Kozlowski

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terri Tinder is a zealous compassionate attorney who will be your ally not only for family law matters, but personal injury or whatever else you need. She is knowledgeable, prepared, and will take control of the courtroom!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Advanced Guardian Ad Litem Training, Lake County Superior Court and Kids' Voice of Indiana

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Terri Hudson Tinder

2018 - 2018

Director Domestic Violence Clinic, Valparaiso Law School

2009 - 2018

Adjunct Professor, Brown Mackie College

Associations

2007 - Present

Women Lawyers Association Lake County Indiana

Member

2007 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Brown Mackie College

Faculty Advisor

2011 - 2011

Women Lawyers Association, Inc.

President

Education

2006

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

2005

Texas Journal on Civil Liberties and Civil Rights The Fair Housing Act and Religious Freedom (research assistant)

Languages

English

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