Atty. Maria Nakis

Atty. Maria Nakis

Maria Nakis is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal justice, family & juvenile law and 6 other areas of law. Maria has been licensed for 14 years.

South Bend South Bend 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Maria Nakis at a glance

Maria Nakis is a divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning attorney based in South Bend, Indiana. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2012). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (JD, 2011). Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Maria Nakis is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal justice, family & juvenile law and 6 other areas of law
  • Maria has been licensed for 14 years
  • Maria practices in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Maria Nakis's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Maria Nakis is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Indiana →

Child Custody & Visitation

Maria Nakis is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Indiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Maria Nakis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Maria Nakis is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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.

Maria Nakis is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 South Bend 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 Maria Nakis

Where is Maria Nakis's law office located?
Maria Nakis's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maria Nakis handle?
Maria Nakis focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Maria Nakis practiced law?
Maria Nakis has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Maria Nakis go to law school?
Maria Nakis earned their education at (JD, 2011).
How can I contact Maria Nakis for a consultation?
You can contact Maria Nakis directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

JD
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 2011

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2012

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