David R. Phillips, Attorney at Law

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David R. Phillips, Attorney at Law Attorney in Valparaiso, Indiana. Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Paternity, Grandparent's Rights, OWI-DUI-Expungements, Traffic Law, Criminal Law

Expert litigator in Northwest Indiana. Areas of legal practice include Personal Injury Law, Criminal Law, and Family Law.

One of the most well-known civil rights is that if you're charged with a crime, you have the right to a government appoi...
10/19/2026

One of the most well-known civil rights is that if you're charged with a crime, you have the right to a government appointed lawyer. This is a good rule of thumb, but it will only apply in misdemeanor cases (like speeding or DUI) if jail time is imposed. If you're charged with a traffic offense that involves jail time, remember that you have a right to be represented. DavidPhillipsLaw.com

Compensation for injuries typically includes medical care, lost wages, and loss of ability to work. If your injuries res...
10/16/2026

Compensation for injuries typically includes medical care, lost wages, and loss of ability to work. If your injuries resulted in the loss of something priceless - like the ability to engage in your favorite hobby or a missed family event - then don't forget to mention it to your lawyer. Money can't make up for it, but at least your claim will address it and perhaps the settlement will be higher as a result.
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If you win a lawsuit against the city for a slip-and-fall accident that occurred on public property, the financial compe...
09/17/2026

If you win a lawsuit against the city for a slip-and-fall accident that occurred on public property, the financial compensation wouldn't be the only reward - you also might be helping to keep your town safer if the city fixes the hazard that caused your injury!
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An ex parte divorce is a divorce which is granted within a jurisdiction where only one of the spouses is validly domicil...
09/16/2026

An ex parte divorce is a divorce which is granted within a jurisdiction where only one of the spouses is validly domiciled. If you and your ex are living in two different states, remember that as many as three sets of state or federal laws may apply to your divorce proceeding - one for the divorce itself, a second set for child support and alimony, and a third set for custody and visitation.
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If you are disappointed with the result of a trial, there are usually two ways that the decision can be overturned - mot...
09/16/2026

If you are disappointed with the result of a trial, there are usually two ways that the decision can be overturned - motion for retrial or an appeal. A motion for retrial is appropriate if new evidence is found, a juror viewed evidence that was not admitted, or the judge gave the jury incorrect instructions. In an appeal, on the other hand, no new evidence is admitted but a panel of three judges will review the case and determine whether there was some error in the trial that should cause the decision to be overturned.
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When you make your custody and visitation arrangements with your ex, consider the long term effect that the conditions w...
06/03/2026

When you make your custody and visitation arrangements with your ex, consider the long term effect that the conditions will have on the kids. What works when they are in preschool might not work when they are in high school, and so on. If you feel like your current arrangement doesn't put your children in the best situation for them to thrive as they get older, ask your lawyer how to have it modified in court. DavidPhillipsLaw.com

If you are in an abusive relationship, you may feel like you are not in control of your situation. One of the first ways...
06/03/2026

If you are in an abusive relationship, you may feel like you are not in control of your situation. One of the first ways you can take charge of your life is to document everything that is happening to you: take notes, keep a journal, take photos if you can - and leave the evidence with a friend or in a place where the abuser can't find it.
The evidence will help you if and when you decide to seek professional help. DavidPhillipsLaw.com

In most states, if a couple was married when the child was conceived or born, the husband is presumed to be the biologic...
04/08/2026

In most states, if a couple was married when the child was conceived or born, the husband is presumed to be the biological father of the child and as such will bear certain legal obligations towards the child. If a father of a child born out of wedlock refuses to pay child support or recognize the child as his own, the mother can bring a paternity lawsuit.
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One typical pitfall that blended families tend to run into is when step-siblings that live under the same roof are given...
04/06/2026

One typical pitfall that blended families tend to run into is when step-siblings that live under the same roof are given different opportunities by the non-custodial parent, often causing the other step-sibling to feel like they're being treated unfairly. When negotiating an arrangement with your ex, it helps to remember that the deal shouldn't just feel fair to you - it should also feel fair and equal for the kids and step-kids.
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In today's global economy, it is not uncommon for a divorced parent to be offered a job opportunity out of state or even...
03/31/2026

In today's global economy, it is not uncommon for a divorced parent to be offered a job opportunity out of state or even abroad. If you're planning on taking your career on the road, it is your responsibility to request a modification of the custody order to reflect the new reality and to provide for the possibility of taking your child with you. DavidPhillipsLaw.com

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8 Washington Street Suite B
Valparaiso, IN
46383

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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