Brazill Hester PC - Indianapolis, IN
Family Law Lawyers in Indianapolis, IN
303 N Alabama St. Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46204
- 2 Super Lawyers®
- 2 Attorney Ratings
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23
Years
Experience
Indianapolis Family Law Firm
Updated: 10/13/2025
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Brazill Hester PC
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Hired Attorney Lavonna L.T. Derringer 2026I truly cannot say enough about Lavonna or how much of a difference she has made for me and my family. I actually started my case with a different attorney and firm, and by the time I found Lavonna, I felt completely defeated. I was unhappy with my representation, overwhelmed, and honestly starting to believe that feeling unheard and helpless was just part of going through family court. Then I hired Lavonna, and everything changed. For the first time, I felt like I had someone beside me who truly understood my case, paid attention to the details, and knew exactly how to advocate for me. She is incredibly knowledgeable, strategic, honest, and powerful when she needs to be, but she is also compassionate and genuinely cares about the people she represents. Lavonna has never just told me what I wanted to hear. She tells me what I need to hear, explains why, and makes sure I understand what we're doing and where we're going. Most importantly, she gave me something I had completely lost before finding her: hope. This has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, and I can genuinely say that having Lavonna by my side has made all the difference. I finally know what it feels like to have an attorney I completely trust fighting for me and my family. I will forever be grateful that I found her. If you're going through something difficult and wondering whether having the right attorney really makes a difference, it absolutely does.
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Hired Law firm 2026I truly cannot say enough about Brazill Hester PC or what this team has meant to me. I actually started my case with a different attorney at another firm, and by the time I came to Brazill Hester, I felt completely defeated. I was frustrated, overwhelmed, and honestly starting to believe that feeling helpless was just part of going through family court. Then I met Lavonna Derringer, and everything changed. For the first time, I felt like I had someone beside me who truly understood my case, paid attention to the details, and knew exactly how to advocate for me when it mattered. Lavonna is incredibly intelligent, strategic, thorough, and powerful in the way she represents her clients, but what has meant the most to me is how much she genuinely cares. She doesn't tell me what I want to hear. She tells me what I need to hear, explains why, and somehow manages to make me feel grounded even during some of the hardest moments of my life. I was originally referred to Judy Hester, and I completely understand why her reputation led me to this firm. I am so grateful that referral ultimately put me in Lavonna's hands. Rich Hersberger also deserves recognition because, although much of what he does in my case happens behind the scenes, his knowledge, attention to detail, and work have absolutely made a difference. Brazill Hester really is a team, and you can feel that when they represent you. There is an enormous difference between simply having an attorney and having an attorney who makes you feel like you finally have a fighting chance. Lavonna gave me that back. I went from feeling hopeless and unheard to feeling protected, prepared, and genuinely confident in the people standing beside me. When your children and your family are at the center of a case, having the right attorney can make all the difference. For me, Brazill Hester has been that difference. I will forever be grateful to Judy for leading me here, to Rich for everything he contributes, and especially to Lavonna for being the attorney I desperately needed when I had almost convinced myself that attorneys like her simply didn't exist.
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Hired Law firm 2025This team showed compassion, incredible attention to the details of our case, and were encouraging when we started feeling the stress that comes with these situations. HIGHLY RECOMMEND this law firm for family matters!! They are professional and dedicated to the case in hand.
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Hired Law firm 2024-2025If you or a loved one are seeking the top attorneys in the State of Indiana for family law matters, I highly recommend Brazil Hester. I have had the pleasure of working with Judy Hester, Lavonna Derringer, and Rich Hersberger, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the outset, this team distinguished themselves through their professionalism, knowledge, and attentiveness to my family's needs. Their expertise and dedication were evident in the way they handled my case, and I feel confident knowing I am and continue to be in the best hands. The team's communication was excellent, making themselves available day or night, even on weekends and holidays! The entire firm is experienced, dedicated, and compassionate, consistently advocating for the human side of the law. They took the time to explain every step of the process and ensured that I was comfortable and well-informed throughout. I highly recommend Brazil Hester to anyone in need of legal assistance. Their commitment to their clients and their exceptional service makes them the right team for you. I cannot thank Judy, Lavonna, and Rich enough – I appreciate your outstanding work, support, and commitment to me and my children! Thank you for all that you have done and continue to do.
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Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Appellate
- Divorce
- Adoption
- Child Support
- Custody & Visitation
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Fathers' Rights
- Mediation & Collaborative Law
- Military Divorce
- Same Sex Family Law
Litigation: 90%
Firm Information
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Brazill Hester PC selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Derringer, Lavonna On a Super Lawyers® List
- Hester, Judy On a Super Lawyers® List
Honors
- Super Lawyers, 2019 - Present
Languages
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English
Pro Bono Activities
- Ozanam Legal Clinic, 2008 - Present
- ISBA Children's Rights Committee, 2010 - Present
Attorneys
Staff
- Pamela A. Carlisle, Paralegal
- Lavonna Thomas Derringer, Law Clerk
Staff
- Pamela A. Carlisle, Paralegal
- Lavonna Thomas Derringer, Law Clerk
Contact
303 N Alabama St.
Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone Number: 317-973-0343
Fax Number: 317-624-9610
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.brazillhester.com
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM– 5:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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