Property Division

Northwest Indiana Property Division Attorney

Lake County Marital Property Lawyer

During a divorce, division of property is often characterized as contentious, stressful, and combative. I view it differently. Instead, I try to make the marital property division process go as smoothly as possible. I value my clients tremendously and while I will seek their fair share, I also want them to be able to move on quickly with the next chapter in their lives.

Stephens Law Firm, P.C., is committed to divorce representation with individualized attention to client situations. I recognize that an in-depth understanding of Indiana divorce statutes and case law is important in effectively representing clients in all divorce matters. Contact your Lake County property division attorney to discuss your divorce case.

Knowledgeable Indiana Asset Division Lawyer

Under Indiana statutes, marital assets are presumed to be divided equally between parties unless the parties negotiate otherwise or the court determines that such a decision is inequitable. Anything considered marital property is part of this division. That is why you need a knowledgeable Northwest Indiana property division attorney to represent you and advocate for your fair share.

Marital property division encompasses both assets and debts/liabilities. It is important to understand that it may not matter whose “name” is on the asset or liability. Factors considered during property division include:

Length of the marriage
Education level of either party
Working/income capabilities
Disability of a spouse/child

The division of retirement accounts can be particularly complicated. Having Stephens Law Firm, P.C. represent you can be beneficial in that I will explain the process of dividing pensions, IRAs, 401(k)s and any other retirement plans. A spouse may be entitled to a portion of a pension, but it could be delayed until the other spouse receives it. This may necessitate a QDRO (Qualified Domestic Relations Order) to divide retirement assets. I can provide assistance with such an order.

Contact An Indiana Property Division Attorney

If you are involved in a divorce or considering divorce, contact our Griffith marital property lawyers at Stephens Law Firm, P.C., Julie can be reached by phone at 219-682-0003 or by e-mail

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Dear Julie A. Stephens,

I just wanted to say Thank You, for your patience and understanding. You handled my case with great care and empathy. I thank you for the words of encouragement and doing all you have done for me. May God continue to bless you, your family and your firm.

Dear Julie A. Stephens,

I just wanted to write to you and tell you how very much I appreciate everything you did for me. It was very nice to meet you and I wish the best to you as an Attorney.