Welcome to the Law Office of Jessica S. Lacy

We are a full service law firm serving clients throughout central Indiana.  Our east side Indianapolis office is convenient to both I-465 and I-70, and we offer free parking for the convenience of our clients. 

Our Philosophy

We help families with their legal needs. Whether it’s a death in the family, a divorce, a custody battle, a pending criminal charge, or financial crisis, we can help. The attorneys and staff at the Law Office of Jessica S. Lacy are down to earth and easy to talk to. We think that it is important that you are comfortable with whomever you choose to represent you. Our attorneys have over 15 years of experience dealing with family, probate, employment, debt defense and criminal law. Let us help you.

One of the fundamental principles of our practice is to keep our clients informed. This begins at the initial consultation. Our attorneys take the time to explain the law and legal process to you and to answer your questions so that you can make an informed decision about how to proceed with your case and whether to hire counsel. We arm our clients with knowledge and information to help you make the best decision in your situation.

Although our primary areas of practice are family law, probate, bankruptcy and criminal defense, we offer legal services in a variety of areas to meet the various needs of our clients. During the course of a representation, we often discover that clients may have other legal needs. For instance, a post-divorce client may want a new will or power of attorney. Our broad experience allows us to serve you in more than one legal area at a time.

Family Law

“Family Law” encompasses so many legal issues, including divorce, custody, child support, emancipation, guardianship, adoption, juvenile and paternity cases. At the Law Office of Jessica S. Lacy, we believe that the definition of “Family Law” should be expanded to include any legal issue that affects your family, which could be the need for a will, assistance with a relative’s estate, starting a business, saving a family home from foreclosure, and more. In reality, almost any legal issue you may be facing will affect your family. We offer legal services to assist you with any of those things.

Our attorneys and staff understand that strong emotions often accompany family law cases, and we are committed to guiding our clients through these difficult cases with concern and compassion. We are also passionate about advocating for the rights of children and for protecting the best interests of our client’s children. Our attorneys are advisors, advocates, counselors and strategists for every client. We understand that the outcome of your family law case affects your life everyday and can have a great impact on your future. As such, we strive to deliver quality legal service on every family law matter entrusted to our care. Learn more about Ms. Lacy on our Attorneys and Staff page, or visit her Indianapolis Family Law blog at http://indianapolisfamilylaw.blogspot.com/.

Contact us at 317-897-1100 to schedule your family law consultation.

Criminal Defense

Whether you have been accused of a misdemeanor or felony crime, or you suspect you are the subject of a criminal investigation, you want the proper attorney at your side. We will ensure that your Constitutional Rights are protected at every stage, including your Right to Counsel, your Right against Self-Incrimination, your Right to Due Process, and your Right to a Jury of your Peers. From the first moment you learn you are being investigated or are arrested or charged with a crime, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to guide you through the legal process and protect your rights.

Important Steps to Take if You Are Arrested:

• Do not speak with law enforcement
• Request an opportunity to speak with an attorney
• Preserve evidence or documents relating to the incident
• Contact an attorney

Due to your need to find counsel immediately, we provide a free initial consultation in criminal defense matters. Contact us at 317-897-1100 to schedule your consultation.

Bankruptcy

Is bankruptcy right for you? We can help you make that decision after a thorough consultation and review of your financial situation. The most common forms of consumer bankruptcy cases are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. In general, a successful Chapter 7 will discharge, or wipe out, all of the debtor’s unsecured debts, but there are certain restrictions to filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy concerning the values of property and income. In a successful Chapter 13, the debtor reorganizes his or her finances by paying back at least some portion of their debt over a period of time. In some cases, clients may have other alternatives to filing for bankruptcy relief. At the Law Office of Jessica S. Lacy we will work with you to choose the course of action that fits your situation. If bills are piling up, if creditors are calling, if a lawsuit or judgment has been filed against you, we may be able to help. Filing for bankruptcy relief can stop nearly all pending lawsuits, and we may be able to help you stave off foreclosure, repossession, judgments, garnishments, and even stop collection calls. Contact us at 317-897-1100 to schedule your bankruptcy consultation.