Bringhurst Estate Planning Lawyers

Jon Spurr is a native of the Wabash Valley. Born in Clinton, Indiana. He has been actively practicing law since 1998 with a focus on Divorce, Paternity, Custody, Child Support, Visitation matters, Adoptions, Guardianships and CHINS proceedings. Jon is a Domestic Relations Mediator and is available to perform services as a Guardian Ad Litem. Jon is also licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.

Our firm handles personal injury, bankruptcy, social security disability, estate planning, Wills and Estates, Immigration, real estate and criminal defense matters. Scott E. Racop is a graduate of Indiana State University (BA) and Indiana University School of Law Bloomington (JD). Mr. Racop has 27 years of legal experience. Mr. Racop established Racop Law Offices, P.C. in 1996. Mr. Racop has extensive jury trial experience in both civil and criminal cases and is admitted to practice in the Southern and Northern District Courts of Indiana, the Southern and Central Districts Courts of Illinois, the State of Indiana, and the 7th Circuit...

Connor Nolan received undergraduate degrees from Purdue University (B.A. Political Science & B.A. English, 2011) and his law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., summa cum laude, 2015). Connor joined the firm as an associate attorney in September 2015, and became a partner/member of the firm in 2019. He is in general practice with concentrations of trial practice, business representation, real estate, estate planning, and municipal law.

Grace E. Dillow was born and raised in Indiana, graduating from Shelbyville High School in 2013, Butler University in 2017, and I.U. McKinney School of Law in 2020. Grace began working as an associate attorney at McNeelyLaw LLP after clerking with the Shelbyville office during her third year of law school. Grace has also interned at the Marion County Prosecutor's Office and the Shelby County Superior Court 2 under Judge David Riggins. Grace focuses her practice in the areas of elder law, criminal law, and family law.

Mr. Karnes was born in Norfolk, Virginia and he graduated from Tabernacle Baptist School, Virginia Beach, Virginia. Mr. Karnes received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Pre-law from Bob Jones University in 1996. He received his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, magna cum laude in 2001. Mr. Karnes was a Note Development Editor on the Indiana Law Review and participated in National Moot Court Competition. He has also completed a 40 hour civil mediation training and received the Francis J. Feeney, Jr. Tax award.

Mr. Karnes’ professional memberships include the Muncie...

EDUCATION
Indiana Bar Admission – Admitted on October 16, 2017, Juris Doctorate, May 2016
Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis Indiana

Master of Business Administration, May 2012, Indiana Wesleyan University; Indianapolis, Indiana, Concentration in Accounting

Lean and Green Belt Certificate in Six Sigma, June 2011 Villanova University; Online

Bachelor of General Studies, December 2009 Ball State University; Muncie, Indiana
Minors: Biology and Chemistry

Matthew E. Sarber is a life-long resident of northern Indiana, and thoroughly enjoys the relationships with his fellow Hoosiers. Attending Manchester College (now University) and later Valparaiso University, allowed Matthew to hone his acumen for persuasion and oral discourse. While in practice as an attorney, Matthew enjoys meeting with clients and discussing the various legal issues brought about by each client's needs. He works hard to ensure the best possible result is achieved for the client, and will always be up front, honest, and loyal with his clients. Matthew lives in Marshall County with his wife and...

I have served in the military for over 25 years, working alongside many great people; In my law practice I strive to work alongside my clients in resolving the issues they may face. I stand ready to litigate for my clients, work as a moderator if needed, and giving them someone they can trust.

Michigan native practicing in Indiana, focusing on Worker's Compensation, Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Small Claims. Member of the Women's Lawyer's Association and Lake County Bar Association.

Mr. Woodward concentrates his practice on defending individuals charged with crimes in state and federal courts. He has represented criminal defendants for 24 years, both privately and as court-appointed counsel. Presently, Mr. Woodward is a panel attorney for the Federal Defender’s office representing federal defendants in such matters as drug crimes, conspiracies, felon-in-possession of a firearm, immigration violations, bank robberies, and other federal charges. He also represents private clients charged with federal charges, including white collar crimes. On the state level, Mr. Woodward represents private clients charged with all levels of felony or misdemeanor. He is also a member of...

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Notre Dame law school 1984 Indiana University 1981

Highly experienced in Criminal Law. Attorney Derla R. Gross has been practicing for more than 28 years. Of those years, she was a Felony Prosecutor and Felony Trial Supervisor in the Lake county Prosecutor’s Office for over 14 years. For the last 14 years, Attorney Gross has provided representation in matters of serious criminal defense, traffic matters, license suspensions, drug offenses, family law and accident/injury law. Her years of experience have given her the insight and knowledge required in order to provide reliable and effective representation. In matters of Family Law, such as divorce, legal...

A lifelong resident of Northwest Indiana, served as a Combat Medic in the United States Army after high school. Upon returning to the states, I began to work at a property tax consulting firm in NWI, transforming it into a multi-million-dollar a year company. Opened my own property tax consulting firm in 2013 with a dedicated team, which continues to thrive. While being the C.E.O., I continued to push myself to obtain a Masters in Business in Administration from Valparaiso University and then set my sights on law school. In 2017, I graduated Cum Laude from Valparaiso School...

Clifton Dennis was admitted to the Indiana State Bar in October 2009. He received his law degree from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2009. In addition, Clifton received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University-Bloomington with distinction in 2006, receiving his Bachelors of Science in Public Affairs, with a concentration in Legal Studies.

Clifton is a member of the Indiana Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and the Former President of the Indiana Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA).

He has volunteered for such organizations as the Ruth Lilly...

I was born and raised in Plymouth, IN. I am a graduate from LaVille High School in 2009. Following that, in 2016 I received a B.S. in Business Administration. Then receiving a full tuition scholarship to attend Valparaiso University School of Law. During law school, I had an internship with the LaPorte County Prosecutors Office. I graduated in 2019 with a Juris Doctorate Degree. I am admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana. I have four children with my husband, Adam. As a family we enjoy camping, walking, and family movie nights on the couch.

Life can throw us a curve ball when we least expect it. I understand that because I’ve lived it. It’s also why I started my own firm, Ritchie Law, P.C. I’m here to provide compassionate expertise during the best and worst of life’s moments. It’s not just what I do; it’s simply who I am. I understand that one of the most important things for you right now is knowing someone has your back and is handling things. That's what I’m here for, so you can focus on the important things in your life like family, work and community. My...

Michael B. Miller has over 16 years experience in estate planning, probate, trusts, business and real estate law.

Greggory W. Hockemeyer obtained his bachelor’s degree with honors at Wabash College (Crawfordsville, IN) in 1985. Hockemeyer attended IU School of Law at Indianapolis following college. While attending law school, he worked for Indiana Attorney General Lin Pearson. Upon completing law school in 1989, Hockemeyer took a position with the City of Indianapolis as an attorney with its Department of Metropolitan Development. In 1992, Hockemeyer moved back to Whitley County to enter private practice. In 1995, he joined Attorney Jon Myers to found the law partnership which later became Myers Hockemeyer & McNagny, LLP, where he...

LAW OFFICE OF KELLY A. BAER Licensed to practice law for 20 years, proud to provide affordable legal services, because "Access to Justice is a Priority!!" Kelly A. Baer is a solo practitioner and operates a both as a traditional and a virtual law office. She strives to provide excellence in legal services to her clients for an affordable price in order to promote equal access to justice for individuals and businesses. TRIAL AND APPELLATE PRACTICE AREAS Providing affordable legal services which includes civil and small claims litigation, personal injury, family law, probate and estate planning, real estate, debt collection, bankruptcy, and more. FOR ATTORNEYS...

Andrew J Thompson was licensed to practice in Indiana in 1990. He had previously passed the Uniform Certified Public Accounting examination in 1985, while working for KPMG Peat Marwick as a Tax Specialist. Mr. Thompson is an entrepreneur, long time estate planner, former trust officer, business owner, and experienced general practice attorney. The Thompson Law Office provides service to families and businesses with the goal of helping them achieve the best results in line with their goals. The practice is founded on a collaborative approach where the client always makes the decisions. Areas of practice...