Atty. Michael A. Setlak
Mike began practicing law in 2002 in Fort Wayne and the surrounding counties. Mike has focused his scope of legal practice to all issues involving family law, which include dissolution, post-dissolution modifications, child support matters, parenting time, custody, paternity, guardianships, and adoption.
Divorce & More Attorney · Serving Fort Wayne, IN · 24+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Setlak at a Glance
Michael A. Setlak is a Member based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practicing at Shilts & Setlak, LLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2002). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis (J.D., 2002) and Purdue University (B.S. Personnel, 1996). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indiana State Bar Association, Allen County Bar Association, Allen County Bar Association Family Law Section. Serves clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Setlak
- Mike began practicing law in 2002 in Fort Wayne and the surrounding counties
- Mike has focused his scope of legal practice to all issues involving family law, which include dissolution, post-dissolution modifications, child support matters, parenting time, custody, paternity, guardianships, and adoption
- In Mike’s family law practice, like Perry, he also strongly emphasizes the benefits of working toward a well-crafted settlement (usually time and money)
- While Mike encourages his clients to work toward a successful agreement, he also understands that some matters will just not settle (for various reasons), and that it is necessary to take the matter to trial
- With over 15 years of litigation experience, Mike is confident in his abilities inside the Courtroom and the preparation that is required to assist his clients in meeting their goals
- Mike is committed and focused to provide his clients, along with Perry’s clients, the attention they require and deserve
- After meeting with Mike, you will understand and appreciate the dedication he has for you and the willingness and desire to see that your legal needs are met
- When Mike is not assisting his clients, he is spending time with his family
- He is also an avid outdoorsman and escapes to the tranquility of woods and water during his limited free time
- In addition to enjoying nature, Mike loves to attend baseball games and to support his favorite team, the Chicago Cubs
- In addition to following the Cubs, Mike roots for and backs all Chicago sport teams
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Setlak's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Setlak handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Wayne.
Divorce in Fort Wayne
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Fort Wayne
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Personal Injury in Fort Wayne
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.
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Family Law in Fort Wayne
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Fort Wayne
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Wayne
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 Fort Wayne 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 venue, 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.
Fort Wayne Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Wayne-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fort Wayne Choose Michael A. Setlak
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael A. Setlak's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Setlak brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and personal injury, Michael A. Setlak can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Wayne
A Fort Wayne-based practice means Michael A. Setlak attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael A. Setlak Handles in Fort Wayne
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