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Indiana’s (mostly) No-Fault Divorce Law

Is Indiana a “no-fault divorce” state? Yes. Well, mostly. First, what on earth is a “fault” divorce? It’s always somebody’s fault, right? The truth is that while, yes, there may be one party that carries more of the blame, state law may not consider that pertinent. In states like California, parties divorcing can greatly alter…

Donna J. Bays – Boone County Pro Bono Attorney of the Year

Bays Family Law is proud to announce that attorney Donna J. Bays was named the 2017 Boone County Pro Bono Attorney of the Year by the Wabash Valley Volunteer Attorneys formerly the District D Pro Bono Council. Ms. Bays dedicated numerous hours last year to helping Indiana families and children. BFL attorney Jennifer Bays Beinart…

Let’s Talk About the Home Study

When child custody is at issue, the Court may ask a Guardian ad Litem – GAL – to do a home study. The GAL’s job: Investigate the facts and issue a report telling the court what is in the child’s best interests. The GAL is your child’s advocate. We know that having a stranger come to your…

How to Tell the Kids You’re Getting Divorced

Remember where you were on 9/11? I do – right down to the parking garage elevator where I first heard the news. What you saw and heard that day probably rocked your world. For kids, finding out that Mom and Dad are getting divorced is a lot like that. Most children will never forget the…