Atty. Debra May McLaughlin

Atty. Debra May McLaughlin

Debra May McLaughlin is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, family law and 4 other areas of law. Debra received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Portland Portland 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Debra May McLaughlin at a glance

Debra May McLaughlin is a probate, family law, estate planning, real estate, and ssd attorney based in Portland, Indiana. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1991). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Ball State University (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in Portland, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra May McLaughlin is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, family law and 4 other areas of law
  • Debra received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Debra practices in Portland, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Debra May McLaughlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Debra May McLaughlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Debra May McLaughlin is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Debra May McLaughlin is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Indiana →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Debra May McLaughlin is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Debra May McLaughlin is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Debra May McLaughlin is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Debra May McLaughlin

Where is Debra May McLaughlin's law office located?
Debra May McLaughlin's law practice is located in Portland, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra May McLaughlin handle?
Debra May McLaughlin focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, real estate, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Debra May McLaughlin practiced law?
Debra May McLaughlin has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Debra May McLaughlin go to law school?
Debra May McLaughlin earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Debra May McLaughlin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1991
B.S.
Ball State University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1991

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