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CCHA Welcomes Emily Schmale

CCHA welcomes Emily Schmale to the firm’s Family Law Practice Section. A native of Hamilton County, Emily Schmale graduated from Carmel High School and Saint Mary’s College in South Bend. Emily received her law degree from IU McKinney School of…

Emily Schmale and Hollie Freimanis Recognized by The Indiana Lawyer

Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) is proud to highlight CCHA Law attorney Emily Schmale, and CCHA Law paralegal Hollie Freimanis, who were recently recognized by The Indiana Lawyer with Leadership in Law Awards. Emily received the Up and…

Chandler Lawson Flynn and Emily J. Schmale Named Partners at CCHA Law

Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) is pleased to announce that Chandler Lawson Flynn and Emily J. Schmale have been named Partners. Chandler is a partner in the firm’s School and Education Law practice group. Licensed to practice law…

What You Need to Know About Indiana’s New Child Support Guidelines

In October 2023, the Indiana Supreme Court approved new Indiana child support guidelines to go live on January 1, 2024. These new Indiana child support guidelines make several updates, including changing rules for: Calculating your weekly support figure,Deviating from the…

Managing Custody and Parenting Time During the Holidays

The holidays are approaching, and co-parenting families are likely already planning events that could impact parenting time schedules. CCHA is here with input on Indiana’s current Parenting Time Guidelines, and upcoming January 1, 2022 changes, to assist in your holiday planning.

New Year, Fresh Start: How to Get Affairs In Order for a Divorce in 2022

The end of the year is a natural time for reflection. Families considering divorce often delay the process until after the season of family and holiday gatherings, opting instead to move forward with their next chapter in the new year…

What Is an Indiana Paternity Affidavit?

When a child is born to unmarried people, the law in Indiana requires that paternity be legally established. This can be a complicated and time-consuming matter. One way to simplify the process is through the use of an Indiana paternity…

An Overview of the Indiana Divorce Process

Deciding to end your marriage is never easy. However, doing so might ultimately be best for all parties involved. If you have been served with a divorce petition or are considering initiating the process yourself, you might feel overwhelmed by…

Defined Benefit vs. Defined Contribution Pension Plans

Understanding your pension plan can be a daunting task. If your employee benefits include a “pension”, and especially if you’ve been a public employee in Indiana for a while, you’ve likely heard terms like “defined benefit” and “defined contribution” when…

The Mediation Process for Divorce: What It Is and Why It’s Important

Families experiencing a divorce, especially those with children, are still families, and their interactions and conflict-resolution techniques considerably influence every member’s well-being. A divorce can present financial, social, and personal challenges. However, many of these hurdles stem from lengthy and…

How Does Property Division Work in Indiana?

A large component of divorce is the court divvying up property between you and your spouse. This distribution of property can be a matter of great concern when you are single again. Understanding Indiana’s property division laws can help you…

Is It Possible to Get Child Custody Modification in Indiana?

When the needs of your family or child evolve, you may find that the existing arrangements for parenting time and custody, as established by a court order, no longer meet your child’s needs. In such cases, it's possible to request…

Do I Need A Parenting Coordinator?

Navigating a high-conflict divorce can be a daunting challenge, particularly when it involves co-parenting. If you find yourself struggling to communicate effectively with your ex-partner, engaging a parenting coordinator may offer the support and guidance you need. Here in Indiana…

Filing for Legal Separation in Indiana

We all know the added perspective that can be gained from a step back. A legal separation may offer a pause and a moment to step back for spouses who are unsure if they want to continue their marriage. It…

6 Essential Things to Know If You’re a Business Owner Getting Divorced

As a business owner, divorce can be a daunting prospect. A divorce can impact your rights and interests in the business you worked so hard to create. Today, the lawyers of Church Church Hittle and Antrim will discuss how divorce…

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#CCHACares: Adoptions of Indiana

Adoption is a topic near and dear to many hearts at CCHA. With so many children waiting on a loving home, we stand beside any organization committed to bringing families together. In fact, in 2021, more than 1,861 children have…

Meet the Family Law Team at CCHA Law

Divorce is never an easy matter, but the family law attorneys at CCHA Law aim to help spouses in Indiana strategically navigate through their divorces as amicably as possible. CCHA Law attorneys are sensitive to the delicate nature of divorce…

Meet the Family Law Team at CCHA

No matter what type of divorce you are going through—a simple uncontested divorce or a complicated conflict in which every issue is disputed—it is important to hire an experienced family law attorney to represent your interests and to fight for…

Indiana Super Lawyers 2022 list includes 9 CCHA Attorneys

Super Lawyers has named 9 attorneys from Church Church Hittle and Antrim to its 2022 Indiana Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained…

Meet the Family Law Team at CCHA Law

Navigating through a divorce is undoubtedly a challenging journey, but at CCHA Law, our team of family law attorneys is dedicated to making the process as amicable as possible for spouses in Indiana. Recognizing the sensitive nature of divorce, our…

Meet the Criminal Law Team at CCHA Law

CCHA Law attorneys understand that a criminal charge can have a dramatic effect on your personal, professional, and family reputation. It is essential that you hire an attorney who is able to handle your criminal defense professionally and confidentially. Most…

12 CCHA Lawyers Honored in 2023 Super Lawyer List

Super Lawyers has named 12 attorneys from Church Church Hittle and Antrim to its 2023 Indiana Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained…

#CCHACares: A Kid Again

CCHA Law is pleased to highlight a special nonprofit and community event we look forward to supporting and attending each year. A Kid Again Indiana is a charity organization that serves families who are raising children living with life-threatening conditions…

Leslie Craig Henderzahs Honored with Indiana Lawyer's Distinguished Barrister Award

Church Church Hittle + Antrim is proud to congratulate Leslie Craig Henderzahs for being selected as a Distinguished Barrister in the 2023 class of Indiana Lawyer’s Leadership in Law Awards. Leslie is a partner in the firm since 1992 and…

Meet the Mediation Law Team at CCHA Law

Church Church Hittle + Antrim has an established and highly skilled Mediation practice group focusing on providing high quality, competitively priced Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services. Our Mediation team believes in Mediation/ADR and is willing to serve as neutral facilitators…

CCHA Law Reflects on 2022 Highlights

Looking back on 2022, Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) has much to celebrate after a tremendous year of growth and recognition for our talented team. CCHA Law is proud to have served clients and our community for over…

#CCHACares: 2023 Review

Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) takes a hands-on approach to community involvement and considers it one of the guiding principles in our work and lives. We take pride in being active community members and doing what we can…

CCHA Law Reflects on 2023 Highlights

After a year of phenomenal growth and recognition, Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) can look back on 2023 with pride. We want to take this opportunity as we begin a new year to reflect on the highlights of…

CCHA Celebrates Title IX

To view a message from former Indiana Senator Evan Bayh and CCHA’s Julie Roe Lach on Title IX, click here.

Meet the Business Services Team at CCHA Law

At CCHA Law, our Business Services Practice Group is dedicated to meeting the diverse legal needs of businesses. Whether you’re starting, managing, acquiring, or selling a business, the guidance of an experienced business lawyer is extremely valuable. Our team not…