Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Valparaiso, IN
Christina Maas Law Office has served clients in Northwest Indiana for over 30 years, combining extensive legal expertise with personalized representation. As a former deputy prosecutor, our lead attorney brings a unique perspective to family law, personal injury, and criminal defense cases. We prioritize client communication, ensuring every individual understands their legal rights and options throughout the process. Our practice adapts to client needs, offering tailored strategies grounded in decades of courtroom experience. We specialize in complex family law matters including divorce, child custody, and adoption, while maintaining a strong focus on protecting client interests in personal injury and criminal defense cases.Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive honest assessments of risks and potential outcomes. Located in Valparaiso, we serve Porter County, Lake County, and surrounding areas with dedicated legal counsel. The firm emphasizes accessibility, promptly returning client calls and maintaining open lines of communication. With a foundation built on Valparaiso University education and practical legal experience, we combine academic rigor with real-world problem-solving. Our goal remains consistent: to provide exceptional, client-centered representation that achieves favorable resolutions while upholding the highest ethical standards.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Adoption Services
Child Support
Post-Divorce Modifications
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of legal experience including former deputy prosecutor role
- Specialized expertise in complex family law and criminal defense cases
- Client-centered approach with personalized legal strategies
- Free initial phone consultations for all prospective clients
- Proven track record in Northwest Indiana courtrooms
Services
Family Law Representation
Christina Maas Law Office provides comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and adoption processes. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance, ensuring clients understand their rights and options. We develop customized strategies to protect family interests while navigating Indiana's legal system effectively.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice leverages former prosecutorial experience to build strong defense strategies for misdemeanors and felonies. We represent clients facing charges ranging from OWI offenses to complex criminal matters, focusing on minimizing consequences and protecting legal rights throughout the judicial process in Northwest Indiana.
Personal Injury Claims
We advocate for clients injured in accidents, including car collisions and dog bites, seeking fair compensation for medical expenses and damages. Our representation covers insurance negotiations and courtroom litigation when necessary, ensuring clients receive appropriate financial recovery for their injuries and losses.
Child Custody Advocacy
Our child custody services focus on establishing fair parenting time arrangements and custody agreements. We guide clients through Indiana's custody guidelines, advocating for arrangements that serve children's best interests while protecting parental rights in both initial determinations and modification cases.
Adoption Services
We assist families through all adoption types including step-parent, international, and foster care adoptions. Our services cover legal documentation, court representation, and guidance through Indiana's adoption requirements, ensuring proper legal procedures are followed to finalize adoptions securely and efficiently.
People
Christina L. Maas
Attorney
Attorney Maas brings 30+ years of legal experience, including former deputy prosecutor work, to family law, personal injury, and criminal defense cases. A Valparaiso University graduate, she combines academic excellence with practical courtroom expertise to provide strategic legal representation tailored to client needs.
Questions
What areas of law does Christina L. Maas specialize in?
Our practice focuses on family law (divorce, child custody, adoption), personal injury claims, and criminal defense cases in Northwest Indiana.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free phone consultations to help clients understand their legal options before committing to representation.
How does your prosecutorial experience benefit clients?
As a former deputy prosecutor, Attorney Maas understands both sides of legal proceedings, enabling more effective strategy development for clients.
What makes your family law approach unique?
We combine legal expertise with personalized attention, tailoring strategies to each family's specific needs while maintaining courtroom effectiveness.
How do you handle child custody cases?
We focus on protecting parental rights while prioritizing children's best interests, navigating Indiana's custody guidelines with experienced advocacy.
