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When you hire Valerie Horvath get ready to be surprised when she returns your phone calls and emails promptly! Valerie is available for modification of custody, modify child support, child custody, protective order, parenting time, and grandparents' rights cases. Valerie practices family law - divorce, custody, child support, parenting time, paternity - and criminal defense. Valerie has significant experience in domestic violence, all types of partner abuse, narcissism, protective orders and stalking. Valerie was a judicial officer in both criminal domestic violence and civil protective order courts for 7 years. Before that, she was a deputy prosecuting attorney in the domestic violence unit and protective order court. Now as a defense attorney, Valerie has courtroom experience from every perspective. She previously worked with IMPD detectives at the Julian Center screening Marion County domestic violence cases and trained law enforcement key indicators of escalating violence. Valerie speaks French and a little Spanish and has represented clients in family based petitions, fiance petitions, removal proceedings, adjustment of status, waiver of inadmissibility and asylum matters. Valerie served as Deputy General Counsel at the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles for two years. She has an insider's view on Specialized Driving Privileges, Traffic tickets, and Motor Vehicle Law. View More ›

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Gilbert Legal Services (GLS) is an Indianapolis-based law firm dedicated to supporting families through various legal challenges, particularly those related to estate planning, elder law, and guardianship. Their focus on these areas reflects a commitment to helping clients navigate the complexities of managing their loved ones' affairs, ensuring that necessary plans are in place to protect both individuals and assets. The firm takes an empathetic approach, recognizing that legal issues often arise during emotionally charged times in people's lives. They strive to create an environment where clients feel heard, cared for, and understood. Their language is clear and accessible, aimed at demystifying complicated legal processes and making clients feel comfortable asking questions. For survivors of domestic violence seeking legal assistance in estate planning or guardianship matters, GLS may offer a supportive environment. However, it is essential to note that the firm primarily focuses on elder law and estate planning, which may not directly address immediate needs related to domestic violence, such as restraining orders or family law situations involving custody disputes. If your legal concerns align more closely with the areas of estate planning and elder law, and you value a trauma-informed and compassionate approach, Gilbert Legal Services could be an appropriate choice for you. They are prepared to guide clients through difficult legal landscapes while emphasizing understanding and support tailored to each situation. However, if you are seeking immediate assistance with domestic violence issues, you may wish to consult a firm that specializes specifically in those areas.

Jurisdiction:Indiana (Since 1999), U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana , U.S. Immigration Court

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