Indiana Legal Services, Inc. — attorney in Fort Wayne, IN

Indiana Legal Services, Inc.

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Family Law Attorney

110 W Berry St Suite 2007, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, United States

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About Indiana Legal Services, Inc.

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a nonprofit law firm established in 1966, serving as the largest provider of free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income residents throughout Indiana. The firm operates with approximately 100 attorneys and additional staff across various offices, reaching clients in all 92 counties of the state.

ILS utilizes the law to address poverty and racism, empower clients, and enhance access to justice. The firm assists individuals facing legal challenges that impact their fundamental needs, such as food, shelter, income, medical care, or personal safety. While ILS does not handle criminal matters, it does provide support for criminal expungements and specialized driving privileges.

In 2023, Indiana Legal Services provided legal support to over 16,000 low-income individuals, offering both full representation in court or agency actions and legal advice. The firm maintains several specialized projects tailored to specific client communities, including seniors, immigrants, low-income taxpayers, military personnel, victims of abuse, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Practice areas include:

  • Family Law
  • Landlord/Tenant Law
  • Consumer Law
  • Criminal Record Expungement
  • Public Benefits
  • Life Planning / Estate Planning

From the firm’s website

Attorneys
  • Jon Laramore — Executive Director
  • Tracy Pappas — Managing Attorney
  • Carl Greci — Managing Attorney
  • Ann Ginda — Managing Attorney
  • Carrie Lynn — Managing Attorney
  • Tracey Wetzstein — Managing Attorney
  • Chris Baumgartner — Managing Attorney
  • Marianne Conrad — Managing Attorney
  • Angie Hoogeveen — Managing Attorney
Services listed
Family Law, Divorce, Child Support, Custody, Paternity, Parenting Time / Visitation / Guardianship, Guardianship, Landlord / Tenant Law, Evictions, Behind On My Rent, Security Deposits, Damages
Founded
1966
Fees
Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income residents, generally those with income within 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Offices
  • 1200 Madison Avenue, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46225
  • 100 S. College Avenue, Suite 232, Bloomington, IN 47404
  • 8 N 3rd Street, Suite 102, Lafayette, IN 47901
  • 915 Main Street, Suite 201, Evansville, IN 47708
  • 7863 Broadway, Suite 205, Merrillville, IN 46410

Source: indianalegalservices.org · checked October 16, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday
8 am–3:30 pm
Tuesday
8 am–5 pm
Wednesday
8 am–3:30 pm
Thursday
8 am–5 pm
Friday
8 am–12:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible toilet

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Indiana Legal Services, Inc. — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Indiana Legal Services, Inc. located?+

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. is located at 110 W Berry St Suite 2007, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Indiana Legal Services, Inc. handle?+

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. handles Immigration, Social Security & Disability, Civil Litigation, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Indiana Legal Services, Inc.?+

Call Indiana Legal Services, Inc. at +1 260-424-9155 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Indiana Legal Services, Inc. well rated?+

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. has a 3.2-star rating based on 52 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews
  • Lynnette Williams· via Google

    If you need help how many hurdles before you get it?

    6 months ago
  • Catherine· via Google

    I have applied three times now to use Indiana Legal services. The first time was for rent an eviction issues with my apartment complex and I received some help but eventually it ended up resolving itself and I didn't need help anymore. The second time was to appeal a disability decision regarding my child and the lawyer that I spoke to seemed like she did not want to help me. That I wouldn't be able to win and that it was basically a waste of her time. I felt really discouraged and it just left an awful taste in my mouth so I just decided to not pursue it. This time, I applied for child custody issues and contempt of court. If it were really that simple and just going to court and getting my child back on our regular schedule I would have never applied for services but in my particular case it's not going to be that cut and dry. I received an email telling me that Unfortunately they couldn't help me at this time because they didn't have enough lawyers. Which I took it as them saying, that if this is contempt of court you just take him to court and you'll get your child back on your regular schedule of what it's supposed to be and there will be no issues. However, like I said it's not going to be that cut and dry or that easy and it would get messy and I need legal representation. I'm a single mother with very low income and would not be able to afford an attorney at all especially with as messy as I feel that this case is going to get. They offered me a list of resources and the only free one that they offer does not do child custody cases. I don't know why you would offer me something that doesn't even pertain to what I'm asking for. I'm also applying to you guys because you guys are free and I don't have any money so low income or having to pay or giving me options of attorneys that I could do free consultation that I have to pay for are not helpful. The two other matters that I discussed earlier in this review were a little important but not as much as when it co

    2 years ago
  • Izzy Dunlap· via Google

    Applied online because the judge in my case said they will accept it. I applied and they denied due to some rule. I called and asked why I was denied and the woman said she can't help me. That I am not allowed to know why I was denied.

    a year ago
  • Dajah Stevenson· via Google

    They are very misleading about helping with Child custody cases and they tell black people they can't help with custody cases but help white people with their custody cases according to the reviews. They seem very discriminatory and next time I call, and feel discriminated against, I'll be contacting The Metropolitan Human Relations Commission. There should be no reason why I read the reviews and see that people HAVE INDEED been helped with their custody cases. They are very rude, they speak to people very ill. Especially that old woman that answers..They need to reevaluate their whole company and have better transparency because there are a lot of low income people who really need they help and they deny people. Other cities/states do a wayyyyy better job with legal aid for citizens but Fort Wayne and ILS is a joke, they don't help anyone. ILS really don't help anyone with custody cases so why lie on the website and say you do...Don't lie to the people.

    a year ago
  • Terry Young· via Google

    This place is a joke. I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. If it's not a slam dunk case take it anywhere but here. And if they tell you they have to close your case but will reopen it if you get them the info they need. Don't hold your breath because they will not return your calls or emails. It was a total waste of time!

    10 months ago

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