Indiana small claims court handles disputes up to $10,000. What it’s good for, what it can’t hear, the deadlines that kill good claims, and five things that decide these cases.

Local legal guidance for challenging times If you are searching for a Greene County attorney you can trust, we provide compassionate and practical legal support close to home. From Bloomfield and Linton to Worthington, Lyons, Jasonville, and surrounding communities, Sutton Law Office helps individuals and families navigate emotionally and legally complex matters with clear, tailored…

Indiana custody decisions focus on what best protects your child’s well-being. We know custody disputes are emotionally and legally complex, but a clear understanding of the process can help you make informed decisions and move forward with greater stability. At Sutton Law Office, we provide compassionate and practical guidance for parents throughout South Central Indiana.…

Probate has a process: and you do not have to manage it alone. After losing someone you love, we provide compassionate and practical guidance through the Indiana probate process so you can protect the estate, meet important deadlines, and move forward with greater clarity. Probate can feel overwhelming because it combines court filings, property, debts,…

Indiana’s HEA 1036 (effective July 1, 2026) requires DCS to have in-person contact with a child within 30 days before closing an assessment or ending a CHINS case. What it changes for families — and what it doesn’t.

A Guardian ad Litem brings the child’s best interests into focus. When custody and parenting-time disputes become emotionally and legally complex, we provide clear guidance so you can understand the process, protect your child, and move forward with greater stability. In Indiana, a Guardian ad Litem: often called a “GAL”: is a court-appointed professional who…

Plan now. Protect what matters. Estate planning gives you a clear and practical way to protect your family, manage your affairs, and communicate your wishes. Even if you do not consider yourself wealthy, a tailored Indiana estate plan can provide stability during difficult times and reduce uncertainty for the people you love. At Sutton Law…

Protect your future with calm, informed action. Facing criminal charges in Indiana can be emotionally and legally complex, but you do not have to navigate the process alone. The steps you take immediately can affect your record, your freedom, your family, and your ability to build a strong defense. We provide compassionate and practical criminal…

Indiana police are running extra patrols and sobriety checkpoints through Labor Day. Here’s what you’re required to do at a checkpoint, what’s voluntary, and how Indiana’s implied consent law works.

Family conflict does not have to become a courtroom battle. We provide compassionate and practical mediation services that help Indiana families address divorce, custody, and parenting disagreements in a calm, structured environment. When family relationships are changing, the legal issues can feel emotionally and legally complex. Mediation gives you a clear and tailored process for…