Atty. Shari Long
Director: Client Counseling Program for Legal Aid, District 11, 2005-2007; State of Indiana WIC Program, 2004-2005; Children's Special Health Care Services in 2002-2003; Bartholomew County Deputy Prosecutor, 1996-2001; Legal Aid, District Eleven. President, Dancer's Studio.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, IN · 33+ Years Experience
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About Shari Long at a Glance
Shari Long is a Partner based in Columbus, Indiana, practicing at Thomasson, Guthrie, Schuh-Ogle & Happel, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1993). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington (J.D., 1992) and University of Louisville (B.A., 1986). Active member of Bartholomew County (President), Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Columbus, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Shari Long
Director
- Client Counseling Program for Legal Aid, District 11, 2005-2007
- State of Indiana WIC Program, 2004-2005
- Children's Special Health Care Services in 2002-2003
- Bartholomew County Deputy Prosecutor, 1996-2001
- Legal Aid, District Eleven
- President, Dancer's Studio
- Staff Counsel and Director, Contracting for the Indiana Department of Administration, 2003-2004
- Former Adjunct Instructor, Civil Procedure and Litigation, Ivy Tech Community College
- Member, Board of Advocates for Children
- Certified Domestic Relations Mediator
- Served, Assistant City Attorney, Columbus
- Former Assistant City Attorney, City of Columbus, Indiana
Practice Areas Explained
Shari Long's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shari Long handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Divorce in Columbus
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Personal Injury in Columbus
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.
Shari Long is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →
Family Law in Columbus
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Shari Long is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Indiana →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Columbus
Shari Long is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Indiana →
Civil Litigation in Columbus
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Shari Long is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
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 Columbus 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.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-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 Columbus Choose Shari Long
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 Shari Long's practice in the field of divorce, personal injury, family law, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Shari Long brings 33+ 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, personal injury, and family law, Shari Long can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Shari Long 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 Shari Long Handles in Columbus
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Shari Long has experience with under Indiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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