Michelle Louise Findley

FINDLEY LAW Elder Law & Estate Planning Home UsHome UsMore Home UsHome Us OUR TEAMMichelle Findley, Attorney Michelle brings over ten years of legal experience focusing on elder law and estate planning while working at some of the most reputable elder law firms in the area. Michelle is a native of Indiana. She received her undergraduate degree from Purdue University, where she graduated with highest distinction, and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence degree cum laude from the Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Michelle served as an associate editor of the Indiana Law Review during law school. She currently resides in Columbus, Indiana, with her husband, Brett, and two children, Calvin and Audrey. Michelle is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, serves as a member of the Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation (BCSF) Board of Directors, and is a member at Terrace Lake Church. Valarie Brunning, Attorney Valarie has over ten years of experience in the financial planning industry before transitioning to her legal career in estate planning and elder law. Valarie resides in Franklin, Indiana with her husband Brad, and their two daughters, Brenna and Lauren. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from East Tennessee State University with a degree in Political Science and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Valarie believes being a part of her local community in Franklin is important. She, along with her family, attends the local events including the farmers market, festivals, and concerts at the amphitheater. They also attend church at Victory Christian Church where they volunteer as a family. Valarie and her family strive to live each day by their values of kindness, serving others, and personal responsibility. Cynthia Gover, Legal Assistant/Office Manager Stephanie Bethuram, Community & Client Liaison Cynthia Gover, Legal Assistant/Office Manager Cynthia is our legal assistant and office manager. She is a welcome first for clients calling or visiting the office. Cynthia spent her childhood in the hills of West Virginia and attended Berea College in Kentucky, where she earned her bachelors degree in Community and Human Services. There she met and married her college sweetheart, Bryan. Together they are raising their four children, Toby, Eden, Jonah, and Abram. Cynthia believes the most fulfilling and important role she will ever have is being a mom. She also loves to help people and make them feel at home. She finds joy in hosting and cooking for her family and friends, baking, reading a good book (hardcopy only), and photography. Iris Biehle, Paralegal Stephanie Bethuram, Community & Client Liaison Cynthia Gover, Legal Assistant/Office Manager Iris comes to us with over 30 years experience in the legal field. Since graduating from Ball State with her Bachelors degree in Paralegal Studies, she has been able to work in the areas of litigation, estate planning, estate administration, and guardianships. She is passionate about helping clients navigate the legal processes of life. Iris is a life-long resident of Jennings County, where she lives with her husband. She also has two grown children. She is active in her church and many community activities. When you do not find Iris in the office, you can find her in her flower beds, camping, reading, or enjoying time with her family and friends. She truly enjoys life and living it to its fullest. Stephanie Bethuram, Community & Client Liaison Stephanie Bethuram, Community & Client Liaison Stephanie Bethuram, Community & Client Liaison Stephanie joins our office as our Community and Client Liaison. Shes out and about in our communities meeting new people and deepening our relationships with our clients and those who care about our clients as much as we do! Shes passionate about community-building and assisting in providing our clients with the best resources available. Stephanie grew up near St. Louis, attended college on an athletic scholarship, married an Indiana boy, and has called the Hoosier state home ever since! She has a masters degree and worked in education for many years. She and her husband have three daughters who keep them running from practices to gyms to fields most evenings, and when shes not at her kids activities, Stephanie enjoys reading, volunteering, traveling, house projects, and spending time with family and friends. Practice Areas Estate Planning Asset Protection & Medicaid Application Processing Asset Protection & Medicaid Application Processing Completing comprehensive estate planning is important at every stage of life. Whether you need to designate a guardian of your minor children, or whether you want to ensure your wishes are effectuated at your passing, all individuals should have a Will, Power of Attorney, and Health Care Advance Directive. Findley Law to discuss implementing these documents as well as other planning options and considerations. Asset Protection & Medicaid Application Processing Asset Protection & Medicaid Application Processing Asset Protection & Medicaid Application Processing Navigating long-term care whether at home or in a nursing facility can prove to be a challenging time. The professionals at Findley Law are well-equipped to help you navigate the process, and can provide valuable advice as to how to best protect your hard-earned assets. We are available to discuss future options to give you peace of mind, and are also available to assist in a crisis situation. Estate & Trust Administration Estate & Trust Administration Estate & Trust Administration If you have experienced the death of a loved one, our office can help you navigate the process of administering that individuals estate or trust. It is important to have legal representation to make sure the proper procedures are followed and the assets are properly distributed. Guardianship Estate & Trust Administration Estate & Trust Administration In certain circumstances the need arises to become a formal guardian of a loved one. Whether it is an adult disabled child, or an elderly parent suffering from dementia, you can rely on our experienced office to walk you through the process efficiently and with compassion. Copyright © 2021 Findley Law - All Rights Reserved. This website uses cookies. 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