Where Legal Experience Meets Genuine Compassion

At the law firm of Connell Michael, LLP, we offer the one-on-one attention that you deserve while crafting the cutting-edge legal strategies your case requires.

Family Law

Family Law

Education Law

Education Law

Personal Injury

Personal Injury

Sexual Abuse

Sexual Abuse

Other Practice Areas

Other Practice Areas

A Full-Service Law Firm dedicated to your needs

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Putting Our Focus Where It Belongs: On You And Your Family

Navigating legal hurdles can be daunting, especially when they pose threats to your family’s emotional and financial stability. Whether you’re grappling with a family dispute, challenges at your child’s school, a personal injury claim, or any other pivotal legal matter, the path to resolution can feel overwhelming.

At Connell Michael, LLP your concerns become ours. Recognized as an award-winning legal powerhouse, our ethos is simple: you are not just a case to us.  We are attorneys who understand the strain that you are facing, and we are here to help you protect the people and things you value. We are an award-winning legal team, and each of us is committed to providing the compassionate, attentive representation that your situation demands.

Our firm is one of the few women-owned, full-service firms in Indiana, and the distinctions do not end there. We are equipped to assist education and personal injury clients in Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, in addition to our home state. We regularly represent clients in niche family law and education law issues, securing positive results in and out of court. Connell Michael, LLP stands apart from the rest, turning our unique approach into a partnership you can count on and rely upon when you face many of life’s challenges. 

What Our Clients Are Saying

My son and I are truly blessed beyond any expectations I could have had when looking to find a Special Needs Education attorney. Catherine Michael is sincerely the best attorney I have ever had the experience of working with. From day one, after making my first phone call to her, my worst fears were put to rest by her constant reassurance and kindness. Her knowledge of the system is impeccable. She acted quick and timely on all the processing and requirements needed to help settle our case on time for the following school year. Catherine has turned my son’s worst days into his very best! I’m so appreciative and thankful from the bottom of our hearts for this life changing experience I never expected from an attorney. She genuinely goes above and beyond to help you get what your child deserves. I am forever thankful for her guidance and support. If you are a parent whom feels lost and confused on what steps to take after the system has failed, you or your child; Catherine Michael and the team at CMK Law are the attorneys for you!

-LINDSEY

Catherine is an awesome lawyer. Very responsive and understand the needs of my child and I. She is very knowledgeable in her area. I’m thankful to have her as my attorney and helping with my sons IEP.

-JOSHUA

As a single mother going through a tough divorce, Connell Michael, LLP showed not only unmatched legal prowess but also true compassion. They turned my life around.

-Current Client

After my child faced issues at school, Connell Michael, LLP stepped in with their knowledge of education law. Their intervention ensured a safe environment for my child.

-Former Client

After our adult child died in a group home due to their negligence, we felt lost. Connell Michael, LLP and Catherine Michael took on our son’s wrongful death case with professionalism and genuine care, securing a resolution for our family.

-Michelle K.

Navigating child custody is a daunting task, but with Connell Michael, LLP, I felt genuinely supported.

-Former Client

The attorneys at Connell Michael, LLP’s deep understanding of educational rights ensured my child with special needs received the right accommodations at school and that we finally got the IEP our child needed.

-Former Client

During the hardest phase of my life, this law firm was a beacon of hope. They managed my complicated divorce case with empathy and expertise.

-Former Client

I was struggling with the school’s response to my child’s learning needs. Thanks to Connell Michael, LLP, we achieved a favorable resolution.

-Jay G.

The compassionate approach of Connell Michael, LLP during my child custody situation was invaluable.

-Former Client

My child was seriously injured at school. Connell Michael, LLP’s profound knowledge of education law brought justice to our case.

-Former Client

As a therapist who frequently has to work with attorneys, this firm truly values its clients as human beings who need help navigating the complex world of law.

-Megan C.

The emotional turmoil of divorce was made bearable by the compassionate approach of Erin Connell and Connell Michael, LLP. They deeply understand the intricacies of family law and the kindness that is needed in addition to the legal advice.

-Former Client

Dealing with an inadequate IEP at my child’s school was challenging. Thanks to Connell Michael, LLP’s prowess in education law, we found the resolution we sought.

-Former Client

Catherine is an awesome lawyer. Very responsive and understand the needs of my child and I. She is very knowledgeable in her area. I’m thankful to have her as my attorney and helping with my son’s IEP.

-JOSHUA

As a single mother going through a tough divorce, Connell Michael, LLP showed not only unmatched legal prowess but also true compassion. They turned my life around.

-Current Client

After my child faced issues at school, Connell Michael, LLP stepped in with their knowledge of education law. Their intervention ensured a safe environment for my child.

-Former Client

After our adult child died in a group home due to their negligence, we felt lost. Connell Michael, LLP and Catherine Michael took on our son’s wrongful death case with professionalism and genuine care, securing a resolution for our family.

-Michelle K.

Navigating child custody is a daunting task, but with Connell Michael, LLP, I felt genuinely supported.

-Former Client

The attorneys at Connell Michael, LLP’s deep understanding of educational rights ensured my child with special needs received the right accommodations at school and that we finally got the IEP our child needed.

-Former Client

During the hardest phase of my life, this law firm was a beacon of hope. They managed my complicated divorce case with empathy and expertise.

-Former Client

I was struggling with the school’s response to my child’s learning needs. Thanks to Connell Michael, LLP, we achieved a favorable resolution.

-Jay G.

The compassionate approach of Connell Michael, LLP during my child custody situation was invaluable.

-Former Client

My child was seriously injured at school. Connell Michael, LLP’s profound knowledge of education law brought justice to our case.

-Former Client

As a therapist who frequently has to work with attorneys, this firm truly values its clients as human beings who need help navigating the complex world of law.

-Megan C.

The emotional turmoil of divorce was made bearable by the compassionate approach of Erin Connell and Connell Michael, LLP. They deeply understand the intricacies of family law and the kindness that is needed in addition to the legal advice.

-Former Client

Dealing with an inadequate IEP at my child’s school was challenging. Thanks to Connell Michael, LLP’s prowess in education law, we found the resolution we sought.

-Former Client

Catherine is an awesome lawyer. Very responsive and understand the needs of my child and I. She is very knowledgeable in her area. I’m thankful to have her as my attorney and helping with my son’s IEP.

-JOSHUA

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Meet Our Attorneys

Erin L. Connell

Erin L. Connell

Catherine M. Michael

Catherine M. Michael

Jennifer Hostetter

Jennifer Hostetter

Carla Leader

Carla Leader

Michelle McGuire

Michelle McGuire

Dayna Friduss

Dayna Friduss