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Paul R. Sturm

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Paul R. Sturm

also known as Paul Sturm

4.5
22 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fort Wayne, IN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

229 W Berry St, Suite 400, Fort Wayne, IN

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About Paul

Biography

Getting the Job Done Right the First Time

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Child Custody 30%

30%
Family 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 31 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1994

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Shambaugh, Kast, Beck & Williams, LLP

(260) 422-9038

Fax

229 W Berry St, Suite 400, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802-2200

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Paul R. Sturm's Reviews

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Posted by Shawn | December 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best of the best!

Paul no doubt had his hands full for 3 years with my case but he didn't ever seem weary. His knowledge and angles are impressive as they unfold. He is able to represent you in a way that makes your voice heard and he has class presenting it. His secretary Shannon is also very helpful as they navigate... through cases together. I would recommend Paul to anyone that needs legal services. He is the best, you won't find anyone better. Thank you Paul for your patience with my case and your representation!

Posted by Pam | October 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Divorce Lawyer

Mr. Sturm did a great job representing my son in his divorce. He worked to get the best deal possible.

Posted by Kimberly | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST of the Best in the Fort!

Paul represented a very close friend who then recommended him to me. Without any doubt, Paul Sturm is who you want next to in the courtroom or at a mediation process. Another client who wrote that Paul “morphs into some kind of animal” is absolutely true. He astounded me over and over each time he re...presented me for an array of difficult situations. Thank you for your wisdom, intelligence and comforting reassurance Mr. Sturm. Your help and successes for me where worth ever penny!

Posted by Tom | November 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Help

I would like to recommend the service of Paul Sturm as a divorce attorney. Unfortunately I had to go thru a nasty divorce and not know what to expect, but Paul was a great help to me and he became a friend. Divorce is never easy and is highly emotional but Paul was able to guide me and explain what ...was happing. I also like to thank his assistant Shannon she would alway return an email or a phone call if Paul was busy.

Posted by Jason | June 3, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

EXCELLENT!

Paul Sturm is an excellent divorce attorney. I am so happy and relieved that I chose Paul to represent me through my divorce proceedings. Prior to my divorce I had heard many horror stories from other divorcees when it came to getting equitable treatment with respect to assets, child support, and vis...itation. Paul made sure I was represented in every respect and got me very fair and equitable results for equity and child support. He also got me a very favorable visitation schedule. Paul shined in the courtroom and if you do have to go to court, make sure he is on your side and not the other! Highly recommended!

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Paul R. Sturm's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edward Beck

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Cowan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Williams

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer as a conscientious lawyer who serves his clients extremely well."

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Michael Setlak

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Paul as a family law attorney and a mediator. Paul and I have been opposed to each other in many family law related matters, and Paul has served as a mediator in family law cases I have had over past several years. Paul is always prepared, professional to opposing counsel, and is a very strong advocate for his clients. While Paul seeks to work toward a settlement, which is usually in a client's best interest, Paul is always ready and is prepared to litigate the matter in court."

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Ann Brown-Stohler

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Edward Beck

Family lawyer

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John Cowan

Family lawyer

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Stephen Williams

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Tracey Rosswurm

Family lawyer

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Michael Setlak

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2018

AV Preeminent Rating™, Martindale-Hubbell®

2017

AV Preeminent Rating™, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

AV Preeminent Rating™, Martindale-Hubbell®

2015

AV Preeminent Rating™, Martindale-Hubbell®

2014

AV Preeminent Rating™, Martindale-Hubbell®

2011

Indiana Certified Family Law Specialist, Family Law Certification Board

1994

National Member of the Order of the Barristers, The Order of Barristers

1993

Participant - Domenick L. Gabreielli National Family Law Moot, Albany Law School, Albany, New York

1993

First Place Hon. Walter H. Rice Moot Court Competition, University of Dayton School of Law, Dayton, Ohio

1980

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Partner, Shambaugh, Kast, Beck & Williams, LLP

2000 - 2002

Deputy Public Defender, Allen County Prosecuting Attorney

1996 - 2007

Adjunct Professor, Concordia University Wisconsin

1994 - 1996

Senior Account Executive - Professional Sports Division, K&K Insurance Group, Inc.

1993 - 1994

Director of Marketing, National Sports Underwriters, Ltd.

1988 - 1993

Account Executive - Parimutuel Racing Department, K&K Insurance Group, Inc.

Associations

1997 - Present

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Allen County Bar Association

Member

Education

1994

University of Dayton School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Indiana University-Bloomington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

14th ANNUAL FAMILY LAW INSTITUTE

Ethics of Collecting Fees

2015

Advanced Family Law (North)

How Lawyers, Litigants and Courts Can Maximize the Tax and ACA Benefits

2013

2013 Allen County Bench-Bar Conference

Discovery and Social Media

Languages

English

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