Indiana Code 31-17-2-8(3) states the court will consider the wishes of the child, with more consideration given to the child's wishes if the child...

Can a TOD account be released quickly?

If I understand correctly, the account is an asset owned by the trust at parent's death. At the same time the account named a TOD designee who is...

What rights to property does the surviving spouse have upon death of a spouse who was the sole owner by deed?

Indiana Code 29-1-3 concerns a surviving spouse's right to take against the will of a deceased spouse. The amount the surviving spouse is entitled...

Indiana step-parent adoption law require the parent of the child to petition the court for the adoption. The parent's spouse (the proposed...

I am the father of my child, Can I know when my 10 year-old son is at the babysitters house?

Look at your custody order. You need to determine if you have "joint" legal custody of the child with your ex-wife or if she has "sole" legal...

I live in Indiana, as does the father of my child. I need to have child support adjusted. Where do I go to file?

The county where the support order was entered has jurisdiction, so you could file there. You also might be able to have your case transferred to...

I've been married for 25 years. My home is in my name, but I purchased it during our marriage. Does he have rights to my home?

Indiana law presumes all assets owned and debts owed are a part of the marriage. The courts do have discretion to exclude items such as a an...

Indiana Family Law - Modifying Custody Documents. How to modify custody.

The simple answer is yes, the parties can agree to a modification of custody without having to appear in court. Both parents would need to sign an...

Which state should i apply for custody of my child in?

Generally the state where the custody order was entered will remain the controlling state for subsequent modifications. However, given your...

Can I get visitation rights to my daughter's half sister on my minor daughter's behalf?

Indiana generally contemplates "visitation" by court order in parent-child relationships, grandparent-grandchild in some circumstances, and...