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Divorce, child custody disputes, family violence, potential loss of home, are extremely stressful. You need someone who understands your situation and will fight for you and your family. I will guide you through the legal process with knowledge and compassion. I would be happy to meet with you and evaluate your case. You may schedule a free consultation by calling
-I am a licensed attorney practicing in Lake County and Porter County, Indiana.
-Family law ( child custody, child support, divorce, separation, spousal support)
-Paternity
-Mortgage Foreclosure Defense
-Mortgage Modification
-Guardianships
-General Civil litigation
- 2016 Advanced Training as Guardian ad Litem
-Women Lawyers Association, Past President and current member since 2007
-Lake County Bar Association member since 2007
-Indiana State Bar Association member since 2007
-Instructor Criminal Justice, Business Law and Paralegal studies
-Recognized by Gary Life Education Initiative for improving education in LakeCounty
-Director of Domestic Violence Clinic Valparaiso Law School
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19 years
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State: Indiana
Acquired: 2007
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18 Client Reviews
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Posted by Eric | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A True Blessing
Before I get into my story, I want to express my tremendous respect and appreciation for Terri right at the beginning. She was a true professional, a courageous fighter and completely empathetic towards the situation my family was thrust into. My ex-wife, who was awarded the home in our divorce, ha...
Posted by laurie | February 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Child support
My case started when my son was 5 years old. I won the case but the father kept appealing the case and not paying support. This went on till my son was 18 years old. Terri took my case and was a blessing. It was a long case but in the end we won the case and I got back all my child support that was d...
Posted by Bill | September 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Pitbull-actually very friendly but tenacious when it counts!
I had a referral from a friend to see Terry for a pretty dramatic and abrupt end of a mess of an 18 year marriage. I experienced her to be quite friendly but also expedient regarding gathering all the facts of the case. As the case went on and as our rapport grew, I found her to truly care and she ju...
Posted by Daniel | March 31, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Terri did a great job representing me on my divorce
Terri did a great job handling my divorce. She quickly returned phone calls, e-mails, and messages. She provided good legal counsel during a difficult time for me and her rates were more than fair. Most importantly, she obtained the result I was looking for. I highly recommend Terri.
Posted by Alyssa | March 25, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Very knowledgable
Terri was very knowledgeable when handling my military divorce, she made sure I received everything financially that I wanted and deserved, as well as possessions. She made everything as least stressful as possible and was very patient when dealing with my divorce. She was even able to set up a sett...
"Terri Tinder is a thorough and compassionate attorney, and committed to advocating for her clients. I highly endorse Terri Tinder."
"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."
"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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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Advanced Guardian Ad Litem Training, Lake County Superior Court and Kids' Voice of Indiana
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
2007 - Present
Women Lawyers Association Lake County IndianaMember
2007 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Brown Mackie CollegeFaculty Advisor
2011 - 2011
Women Lawyers Association, Inc.President
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
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