Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
  IV ‑D case (if filed through the Prosecutor’s Office), you can find out how much child support you owe by calling the Kidsline at (
• Child Custody and Visitation
  When it comes to child custody, the state of Indiana recognizes two kinds. Physical custody gives parents the right to raise their kids in their homes, while legal custody allows parents to make important decisions about their...
• Adoption
• Paternity
  Many times, paternity results are required to move forward with any legal action regarding custody, visitation, or child support. Our experienced family law attorneys can help both mothers and fathers through the process of establishing paternity of a child.
• Premarital Agreement
  It is very common to create premarital agreements that address many areas of a marriage. We can help develop and prepare premarital documents that distribute assets in the event of various situations.
• Guardianship
  Whether you are looking to add to your family through adoption, protect a loved one through guardianship, or need guidance concerning custody of your children due to a divorce, working with the right family law attorney can make a world of difference.
• Legal Separation
  We understand that no one enters marriage with the idea of ever needing a divorce attorney. We also are familiar with the magnitude of the decision and how it affects many areas of your life. Our family law attorneys can help you navigate through the process of divorce or legal separation and determine an appropriate legal resolution for your specific situation.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Are you facing criminal accusations where you need a defense attorney who has the skill and experience to help you? Consider working with a Ball Eggleston criminal law attorney. Our criminal attorneys have experience in
• DUI/DWI
  DUI recognize it as a mistake and want to move on with their lives with as little interruption as possible. Having the right attorney on your side could be the difference. Our
• Wrongful Death
  IN. Whether you have been injured yourself or you are a loved one seeking assistance from a wrongful death attorney, our legal team is with you at every step of the process.
• Misdemeanors
  When you are facing criminal accusations you need a defense attorney who has the skill and experience to help you navigate the nuances of criminal law and achieve the best possible outcome. Whether your criminal charge is a felony or misdemeanor, it can have serious effects on your future and life. We can provide you with the vigorous advocacy you need to protect your rights, freedom, and future.

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  150 appeals and presented oral arguments before the Indiana Supreme Court and Indiana Court of Appeals. He has been recognized by Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Stars and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in the areas of appellate practice, real estate, and corporate law.
• Business Disputes
  Not sure if you should stay a sole proprietor or incorporate? The way your business is structured and organized can have legal obligations that our business law attorneys can help you understand and navigate.
• Business Transactions

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  Our real estate law attorneys understand the time-sensitive requirements of tax deferred exchanges. We will work with your realtor, accountant, and financial institution to ensure you can legally receive these tax benefits.
• Premises Liability
  When you are legally on someone else’s property (including a business), you have a reasonable expectation of not getting injured. The property owner is responsible for maintaining a relatively safe environment. This is known as
• Real Estate Transactions
  There are a lot of things to consider when making a large real estate purchase. This is why it is extremely important to make sure all of your i’s are dotted and t’s are crossed. Our real estate attorneys in Lafayette, Indiana have experience working with simple and complex land transactions and disputes in and around Tippecanoe County.
• Land Use and Zoning
  In a growing community like Lafayette, Indiana, there are always zoning and land use questions and rezoning needs. Our experienced real estate attorneys specialize in these areas and can assist in answering questions on various land issues — including zoning, signage, and development.
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes
  Most landlords and property management companies work hard to ensure their tenants are well taken care of. However, there are times that tenants simply do not work out. Our experienced tenant law attorneys can assist you with lease development, evictions, debt collections, and other tenant disputes.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Ball Eggleston offers top-rated personal injury attorneys in Lafayette, Indiana who take time to understand your situation, lay out your options, and create a plan of action to help you feel more secure about your future.
• Medical Malpractice
  After a medical mistake has caused serious injury or a loss, contact an experienced medical malpractice lawyer to ensure a more secure future.
• Auto Accidents
• Medicaid Planning
  With a comprehensive plan in place, we help families have peace of mind knowing the older members of their families have their affairs in order and will be taken care of.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Whether you own a home, have savings, or personal belongings, an estate plan ensures that your wishes are carried out, your loved ones are protected, and potential legal implications or tax burdens are minimized. Understanding estate planning and creating a plan is essential, no matter what your circumstances are.
• Wills
  Not seeing the service you need? If you have will or trust concerns, or you just do not know what you need, we are happy to talk about your situation and then connect you to one of our top will and trust law attorneys.
• Trusts
  Every estate and trust administration is different and unique just as no two people are the same. Our estate attorneys work to help you navigate the deeply personal and sometimes confusing process of handling a loved one’s passing and transferring their estate properly.
• Power of Attorney
  Growing older brings a host of medical, financial, and legal challenges along with it. We help clients and their families create a roadmap for these challenges whether they involve wills, trusts, healthcare directives, powers of attorney, transfer on death deeds...

Finance Law

• Tax Law
  At Ball Eggleston, Jack Walkey’s focus is on individual and family estate and tax planning, estate administration, trusts, tax — deferred (I.R.C.