Confident, Reliable, Aggressive Divorce Attorneys
At its basic level, choosing a divorce lawyer comes down to one important consideration: Are you going to be put in the best position to come out with a satisfactory result? Time after time, our attorneys at Miller Sachs & Hess, PC, have delivered positive results for our divorce clients with modest to multimillion-dollar marital estates in Indiana.
Our firm is known as the divorce law firm in the region. Our proven record of success with issues of family law for professional clientele – including doctors, engineers, dentists, accountants and other high-income individuals – means that we live up to our reputation, and we work hard on your behalf to do so.
A key part of any high-asset divorce is marital property division, which often involves aspects of estate planning as well. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse may have reasonable disagreements about the assets to which you should be entitled – from real estate to automobiles to jewelry, not to mention business interests, investment and retirement accounts. If you have kids, child custody arrangements could be a point of contention. Our attorneys take an aggressive stance to make sure your voice is heard in court.
Helping You Make Rational Decisions During Your Divorce
Divorce is an emotional event for everyone, even for people who have been anticipating the end of their marriage for some time. At Miller Sachs & Hess, PC, we understand that you need your divorce lawyer to be an ally during the process – someone who can keep you on track and not let the emotions of the situation cloud your decision-making process.
And that’s exactly what our clients say about us.
“I would highly recommend Miller Sachs & Hess, PC, to handle any divorce case. Tom was thorough and was able to calm me down so I could make rational decisions through an emotional time.” Client Testimony
Answering Your Commonly Asked Questions
Divorce brings immediate legal and financial concerns, but understanding the process can help you plan your next steps. These answers address common issues spouses consider before filing for dissolution.
What residency requirements must you meet to file for divorce?
Under Indiana law, at least one spouse must have lived in Indiana for the six months immediately before filing. You must submit the petition in a county where either spouse has lived for the preceding three months. A spouse stationed at a U.S. military installation in the state and county for those respective periods also qualifies.
How long does a divorce usually take to finalize?
The state requires at least 60 days between filing the petition and holding a final hearing or entering a summary dissolution decree. An uncontested case can end soon after that period, while disputes over property division, support or child custody often keep the divorce pending for several months or longer.
How does Indiana divide high-asset estates and complex financial portfolios?
The court places property owned before the marriage, acquired before final separation or obtained through the spouses’ joint efforts into one marital estate, then presumes that an equal overall division is fair. Either spouse may seek a different result based on factors such as each party’s contributions, financial position and earning ability.
Are temporary orders for support or custody available during a pending divorce?
Once you file the petition, either party may request provisional orders covering child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance and possession of the marital home. These arrangements remain in place until the final decree or dismissal, although a judge may modify or revoke them earlier when the facts support a change.
Does an Indiana divorce require mediation, or does the case go straight to trial?
The state does not require mediation in every divorce, but a judge may order it in a contested case. A neutral mediator helps spouses work through property division, support and custody without deciding the outcome. If they settle every dispute, the court can finalize the dissolution without a trial; any unresolved matters proceed to a final hearing.
Contact A Divorce Lawyer Who Is Just Right For You
At our law firm, no case is too big or too small. Contact us online or call us at 219-227-4259 to learn for yourself what sets our firm and our attorneys apart from the rest. Our Crown Point office is located on U.S. 41, just one mile south of U.S. 30.