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After 40 years in practice,most as a family/divorce lawyer, I have surrounded myself with fine lawyers and staff whom I can call friends. I love our office and I believe our clients recognize that we offer a comforting supportive refuge in a time of great consternation. I find myself grappling with what I want to do with my life at this juncture. The LORD has blessed me with an interesting and wonderful life, Sue, 3 sons , 2 grandchildren, and a host of lifelong friends. What can I do to repay the LORD? That’s the most pressing question in my life right now. Presently I am taking a public stand on the gross mistreatment of DREAMERS AND TPS immigrants. Where that leads, time will tell. Mark____: That which you do for the least of mine, you do unto me.
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$ 170-295 per hour
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1978
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10311 Dawson's Creek Blvd, Suite C, Fort Wayne, IN, 46825-1913
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Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
No other choice
I live outside of Indiana, in NYC. When my mother (who lives in Indiana) decided that a divorce was the right thing for her, I asked a very smart and well-connected lawyer friend in Indiana for the best divorce attorney in the area. His response was emphatic -- we absolutely needed to talk to Perry S...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend Perry Shilts
Perry is an amazing attorney who has the perfect mix of compassion, legal knowledge, and skill in the courtroom. He helped me through a very difficult divorce and did a great job. I would highly recommend Perry to anyone going through a divorce.
Posted by anonymous | January 06, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Service - With Integrity!!!
Perry represented me in my divorce and provided me with excellent service at one of the most difficult times in my life. Perry's confidence and encouragement were a stabilizing force for me. He always acted with the utmost professionalism, ethics and integrity throughout the process. I would highl...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2010 | Divorce & Separation
Review Divorce/Custody
Divorce/ Custody can be heart wrenching and take a toll on your life, however, if you want someone who has a genuine concern for his clients without running up the fees, call Perry. My case was very complicated and had many curve balls that Perry handled immediately with his extensive family law back...
Posted by M | October 10, 2010 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent experience
Very difficult opposing party and counsel.Took ethical high road time and again.Gave me very realistic expectations of what middle ground would look like.Allowed my review pleas prior to court submission. Did a very nice job of tailoring both a provisional order request and marital settlement agreeme...
"I have practiced law in and out of IN and I can say, without a doubt, that Perry one of the most intelligent, honest, and talented attorneys I have encountered. He manages to blend an encyclopedic knowledge of the law with empathy, kindness, and good old fashioned hard work to achieve his client's desired outcomes. Perry is not only a wonderful attorney, he is a good person, which is just as important when you practice family law. He never forgets that to his clients, this is not a "case;" this is their lives. I am fortunate to call him my mentor and "boss.""
"I recently joined Shilts & Setlak. As a new attorney, I greatly appreciate the wealth of knowledge Perry has regarding divorce law. He advocates vigorously for his clients and does so with aplomb. I look forward to his guidance in starting my practice."
"Perry is one of the best in his field. With years of experience and great dedication to the divorce practice, Perry can solve the most complex of divorce questions. I highly recommend Perry for all of your divorce needs."
"I highly recommend Perry and strongly endorse him in the divorce and family law area of law. Before joining Perry in 2011, I have always recognized Perry as an outstanding lawyer in the family law arena. He and I had divorce cases against one another and I always knew that Perry did an excellent job for his client while always maintaining a very professional attitude toward opposing counsel. Now that I have joined him and have become a partner in the firm, I see first hand how well Perry represents his clients during what is usually one of the most difficult times in their lives. For this and many other reasons, I strongly endorse Perry."
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Certified Family Law Specialist, Indiana State Bar Association Family Law Certification Board
2017
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2014
Top (DIVORCE) Lawyer, FT. Wayne Monthly Magazine
2014
Client Satisfaction Award(10 BEST INDIANA), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Client Appreciation Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyer(divorce), Ft. Wayne Newspapers/Avvo
2013
Top Lawyer(Family), Ft. Wayne Newspapers/Avvo
2013
Client's Choice Awrd, Avvo
2013
Client Appreciation Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top Lawyer(divorce), Ft. Wayne Newspapers
2012
Client Appreciation Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Indiana Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005 - 2014
Owner attorney, Shilts Law Office
1978 - 2005
Partner/shareholder, Haller and Colvin Attorneys
2001 - Present
Indiana Bar FoundationFellow
1978 - Present
Allen County Bar AssociationMember
1978 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
1994 - 2003
Allen County Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee
1978 - 2005
Indiana Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
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1978
JD - Juris Doctor Cum Laude
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts-Honors History
2002
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