Shilts & Setlak, LLC – Fort Wayne, IN

Shilts & Setlak, LLC: Compassionate Family Law Experts

Family law matters are intensely personal, often involving the most important people and assets in your life. Shilts & Setlak, LLC, located at 10311 Dawsons Creek Blvd in North Fort Wayne, is a boutique law firm dedicated exclusively to this sensitive practice area. Founded by Attorney Perry D. Shilts, a Certified Family Law Specialist, and partner Michael A. Setlak, the firm offers a level of specialized expertise that general practice firms cannot match. They understand that divorce and custody battles are not just legal problems; they are emotional journeys. Their mission is to guide clients through these turbulent times with dignity, ensuring that their rights are protected while striving for resolutions that preserve family relationships whenever possible.

Specialized Divorce and Custody Representation

By focusing 100% on family law, Shilts & Setlak stays on the cutting edge of legal developments in Indiana. Their practice covers every aspect of domestic relations:

• Divorce: Handling everything from amicable uncontested dissolutions to high-net-worth divorces involving complex asset division.
• Child Custody & Parenting Time: creating parenting plans that prioritize the best interests of the child while protecting parental rights.
• Adoption: Helping families grow by navigating the legal requirements of private and agency adoptions.
• Mediation: utilizing their status as registered mediators to help couples resolve disputes outside of court, saving time and reducing conflict.
• Guardianship: Establishing legal care for minors or incapacitated adults.

Board-Certified Excellence

The distinction of having a Board-Certified Family Law Specialist on the team sets Shilts & Setlak apart. This certification requires rigorous testing and peer review, demonstrating a superior level of knowledge and skill. Perry Shilts and Michael Setlak bring decades of combined experience to the table. They are known for their collaborative approach, often working as a team to brainstorm strategies for complex cases. While they are skilled litigators ready to fight in court, they prioritize mediation and negotiation as the first line of defense, believing that families are often better served by crafting their own solutions rather than having them imposed by a judge.

We represent good people through difficult times. Our goal is to minimize conflict and maximize your future well-being.

Convenient North Fort Wayne Location

The firm’s office is located in the Dawsons Creek professional park, near the intersection of Dupont Road and Lima Road. This location at 10311 Dawsons Creek Blvd offers a quiet, discreet setting away from the stress of the downtown courthouse area. With ample free parking and a comfortable office environment, clients can feel at ease during consultations. The attorneys and staff at Shilts & Setlak are known for their responsiveness and empathy, treating every client with the respect they deserve. If you need a Fort Wayne divorce lawyer with proven expertise and a heart for families, Shilts & Setlak, LLC is the premier choice.