Bingham McHale partners to co-host WFYI fall pledge drive

At Bingham McHale, we’re committed to our communities. WFYI is a leader in news and information in our community, and we are proud to support their efforts. On Monday morning, I, along with Bingham McHale partner Brian Welch, will be asking our friends and colleagues to join us in our commitment to public broadcasting in Indianapolis. I’m looking forward to doing my part at the upcoming fall pledge drive on October 10. Be sure to tune in to…

Indiana Family Law Update: Trial court erred in granting a visitation order to Mother’s former Boyfriend who was not Child’s father

HELD: Trial court erred in granting a visitation order to Mother’s former Boyfriend who was not Child’s father. FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY: Mother gave birth to Child in 2002. Child’s biological father died the following year. Mother was then in a relationship with Boyfriend from 2004 through 2007, during which time Mother, Boyfriend, and Child lived in West Virginia. During this period, Boyfriend was very involved with Child’s life and was referred to as “daddy.” After the relationship ended, Mother…

The Important Role of Premarital Agreements in Personal Planning

Most people know about premarital agreements from their unfair portrayal in movies and in the media. However, the reality is that the premarital agreement is an important tool for life planning and estate planning. More importantly, they can be drafted to treat each spouse fairly. Premarital agreements are best known for their application in the event of divorce. And, while it is true that a well-drafted premarital agreement can determine the property rights of spouses in the event…