Emily Szczepkowski

Emily Szczepkowski

also known as Emily Dent

4.4
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 10 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Wayne, IN
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Adoption ... +3 more

217 E. Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN

About Emily

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Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 10 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2015

Active in Good Standing

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Location

Szczepkowski Law, LLC

217 E. Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN, 46825

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Emily Szczepkowski's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

More concerned about money than helping client.

Initially Emily was articulate and kind. She lead me to believe she could help my case and then did absolutely nothing. Way overcharged me and didn't do anything. Every word spoken to her was another $60. I was horrified at the end bill and I had nothing to show for it. Still need help legally ...and now I am out time and money. She is terrible counsel. She cares more about getting paid than working for her client. I would NOT recommend her for legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Abandoned

Things started off absolutely fantastic between Emily and I. She was kind and informative and I felt a relief having her on my side because I literally had no one to help me fight a narcissist that didn't care about the family he abandoned. But then one wrong, albeit accidental issue in court and she... abandoned me at my time of need. I misspoke about something that I truly made a mistake on and explained that thoroughly to her. Everyone involved understood, even the opposing side that it was a mistake but Instead of trying to work with me or trying to understand that I would never purposely jeopardize my own case, she withdrew from my case. No chance to talk to her about it, not even a good luck as she snuck out the back door The horrible thing is that she threw me onto the plate of a completely inexperienced and non-existent attorney that she recommended. My new attorney showed up late to court, blew her breath in exasperation at the judge and doesn't return a single phone call or email. Even though Emily made it sound like she was going to be able to take over for her. Emily abandoned me for all of the wrong reasons. And hurt my family's chances at a better life after being abused by my narcissist ex.

Posted by JENNIFER | May 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent

Finding a great lawyer is a difficult decision. I hit the jackpot when I found Emily. She represented me in a paternity case in 2019. She was very knowledgeable, gave good advice and kept me informed. I can definitely recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful Lawyer

Emily is an intelligent, kind, and fair lawyer. She had an understanding of how the process worked and was well prepared when interacting with the other party. She was able to get responses from the other party when I could not and was willing to stand up for me when needed. I would recommend her ...to others going through a difficult divorce.

Posted by Maylene | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Truly Amazing

Emily was so understanding and patience with me while helping me though my post - dissolution matter back in 2018-2019. I could not have asked for a better attorney, she gave me great advice and counsel. She is truly passionate about her job and the individuals she represents.

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Emily Szczepkowski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Setlak

Family lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Emily Szczepkowski is an associate at my firm. She is entering her fourth year here with us. She is doing a wonderful job. She is a great listener with her clients and is extremely responsive to her clients' legal needs. Emily works hard and is attentive to her cases. She has been a great addition to our team here at Shilts & Setlak."

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Perry Shilts

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been Emily’s supervising senior attorney in the firm. I have been very pleased with her progress thru these last 3 years as she has wholeheartedly adopted my emphasis on standardization of highest quality from all attorneys in the firm. She is very bright and actively seeks answers to issues with which she is unfamiliar. I have received multiple compliments about Emily from other lawyers in the community. Recently, I asked Emily to help members of my church as I was confident in entrusting her with this important effort. Emily has been a great addition to our firm and I look forward to working with her in future years."

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Jessica Glassburn

Family lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the pleasure of working along side Emily for a year and a half at Shilts & Setlak. Emily is knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate. She gives all of her cases the care that she would want someone to give to her, was she in need of a family law attorney. Once a high level of competence is achieved by a lawyer, the thing that sets some above others is their character. Emily is a genuinely good person who wants what is best for her family, friends, and clients. I am honored to call her my friend."

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Lierin Rossman

Family lawyer

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Michael Setlak

Family lawyer

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Perry Shilts

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney, Franklin Law Office

2022 - 2022

Attorney, Haller & Colvin, PC

2021 - 2021

Attorney, Grunden Law Office

2017 - 2021

Attorney, Shilts & Setlak, LLC

2016 - 2016

Staff Attorney, Indiana Department of Child Services

Associations

2017 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Allen County Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Purdue University, West Lafayette

BA

Languages

English

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