Ruppert & Schaefer, P.C. Legal Blog

Nesting – What is it?

If you and your spouse are considering divorce, you will soon face many important decisions. If you have children, one of the most important decisions will be who will live where, and with whom. You may also have to decide where one or both parents will exercise their parenting time. These days, there are plenty of options when it comes…

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With Our Compliments

A family law case can take our clients on an emotional journey and through it all the attorneys and staff at have to remain objective. It’s always nice to know our efforts are appreciated. Shannon Kenney, paralegal, received the following:   Good job, Shannon!

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Experienced Child Custody & Lawyers

At we strive to achieve child custody solutions that are in the best interest of the child – and the parents. Whether you are seeking visitation rights per the Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines or requesting full custody of your child/children, we’re here to help. Our initial goal is explore whether both parties can agree on visitation or parenting time terms.…

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Congratulations Mike And Paula!

Both Michael Ruppert and Paula Schaefer have been selected to the 2016 Indiana Super Lawyers. Only five percent of the attorneys in Indiana receive this honor. The research team at Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, singles out attorneys in over 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are…

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Budding Artist

This beautiful work of art was created by a child of a client. She was with her parent one day and needed to be occupied while Daddy was meeting with his lawyer. This photo now graces the wall of that attorney as a reminder why the we at work hard to help parents and children.

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Talk to a Lawyer Tonight

The attorneys at are pleased to support the Indianapolis Bar Association Legal Lines program.  All attorneys from the firm will be taking phone calls tonight between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the IBA offices and assisting callers with their legal questions. If you would like to speak with a lawyer about a legal matter, call .

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Do You Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

Many couples today are bringing assets with them when they marry. Assets can include retirement accounts, savings accounts, trusts, and investment portfolios. But they can also bring debts like student loans and credit cards balances or even have a child support obligation. A prenuptial agreement can bring peace-of-mind to both of you. You can keep separate the assets and debts…

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