About Us
Michelle Williams
Attorney, Family Law Mediator
Legal Guidance, not Legal Gamesmanship
As a former divorce attorney, I saw first hand how a case could quickly spiral out of control and what started as a fairly amicable separation could devolve into all out warfare. I quickly realized that in many cases, the attorneys were a part of the problem and not the solution. The best way to be a successful divorce attorney was to stir up as much division as possible and then stoke that fire – a sure way to drive up legal fees, but in the end it left both sides devastated. I soon lost the taste for contentious divorces and turned my practice to mediation. Although some situations do call for attorneys, onerous amounts of discovery, experts and hearings, the majority need some simple, compassionate, emotionally intelligent legal guidance. I truly believe that the “best” divorces are those that leave both parties strong, hopeful, and ready to move confidently into their next chapter.
Our Services
Legal Support Areas
We offer specialized mediation packages tailored to divorces that do or do not involve children. Our expertise extends to innovative mediation techniques, collaborative law practices, and creative settlement solutions. We focus on reducing conflict and ensuring positive outcomes for families. Mediation not only saves time and money, it helps everyone involved move through this changing family landscape and into a bright new future. Mediation is better for couples and better for children. The only ones who don’t benefit from mediation are the divorce lawyers!
Divorce (No Children)
If you have no minor children, this is the streamlined package you need:
+ Settlement worksheet
+ Up to 3 hours of mediation
+ Document Preparation & Filing: Petition for Dissolution, Settlement Agreement, Decree, Waiver of Final Hearing
+ Filing fee
+ Additional hours of mediation at discounted rate
Guardian Ad Litem
In disputed divorces, Courts often order a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) to help them determine what is in the best interest of the child. As a certified and experienced GAL, we bring integrity and neutrality to your case. Experienced in GAL interviewing techniques, report preparation, and providing testimony, we work hard to provide the Court the insightful information it needs to determine what is truly in your child's best interest.
Divorce (With Children)
If you have minor children, there are additional considerations in the divorce process and this package addresses all of those needs:
+ Settlement worksheet
+Parenting Time worksheet
+ Up to 4 hours of mediation
+ Document Preparation & Filing: Petition for Dissolution, Settlement Agreement, Decree, Waiver of Final Hearing
+Child Support Worksheet
+Filing Fee
+ Additional hours of mediation at discounted rate
Express Consultation
When possible, I truly believe mediation is the best approach to separations and divorce, but it won't work in every case. Set up a free Express Consultation to see if mediation is right for you and how Hoosier Mediation can help you step confidently into your next chapter.
Attorneys in need of a GAL? Set up a free Express Consultation to discuss how I can help support your Court in its information gathering and decision making.
Testimonials
Client Reviews & Experiences
Our clients share their experiences working with us:
Steven G., Clinton, IN
"Michelle was easy to talk to, answered every question, and was forthcoming with the realities of the situation. She made the legal complications much less intimidating and was sure to offer equal solutions with logical explanations."
Clint R., Greenwood, IN
"Michelle helped us see the big picture; she helped us find solutions for issues that we wouldn't even have realized needed to be addressed if we'd tried to do it on our own."