Longstreet Law LLC

Longstreet Law LLC, located in South Bend, Indiana, represents a modern approach to family law practice built on compassion, customization, and comprehensive legal expertise. Founded and led by Laura M. Longstreet, this firm has established itself as a trusted advocate for families and individuals navigating the complexities of adoption, divorce, and estate planning matters.

Laura Longstreet is a Hoosier native with a deep commitment to serving her community. With more than a decade of dedicated legal experience in family law, she brings a unique perspective shaped by her judicial background and intimate understanding of family dynamics. After graduating from the esteemed Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Laura pursued opportunities to deepen her knowledge of how the legal system impacts families. She clerked at the St. Joseph County Superior Court, where she gained invaluable insight into how judges approach family law matters and what factors influence case outcomes. This experience proved transformative, giving her an insider's perspective that she now leverages to benefit her clients.

Beyond her courtroom experience, Laura served as a guardian ad litem, a role that fundamentally shaped her philosophy as an attorney. In this capacity, she advocated for children's best interests during court procedures, protecting some of society's most vulnerable members. This work instilled in her a deep commitment to ensuring that children remain at the center of every family law decision, and that their wellbeing guides the direction of each case.

Longstreet Law LLC specializes in a wide range of family law matters. The firm handles adoptions with the care and attention they deserve, recognizing that adoption represents a joyful expansion of family for many clients. For those facing divorce, the firm provides compassionate guidance through every stage of the process, from negotiation to litigation when necessary. The firm's expertise in child custody matters ensures that arrangements prioritize what's best for children while respecting both parents' rights and relationships.

One particularly innovative aspect of Longstreet Law LLC's practice is their attention to post-secondary educational support arrangements. The firm recognizes that child support doesn't end at age eighteen for many families. Laura and her team work to negotiate arrangements that provide for children's higher education, ensuring that financial support extends to help children build secure futures. These arrangements can be negotiated as part of initial divorce settlements or as modifications to existing agreements, demonstrating the firm's forward-thinking approach to family planning.

The firm also handles estate planning matters, understanding that comprehensive family law representation includes planning for the future. Whether you need to update your will, establish trusts, or designate guardians for minor children, Longstreet Law LLC helps you create documents that protect your family according to your wishes.

What truly distinguishes Longstreet Law LLC is Laura's philosophy of customized representation. She understands that no two families are identical, and what works for one situation may not work for another. Rather than applying cookie-cutter approaches, Laura takes time to understand your family's unique dynamics, your concerns, your goals, and your values. This personalized approach means you receive legal strategies tailored specifically to your situation, whether you're adopting a child, dissolving a marriage, or planning your family's financial future.

Laura is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for both the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, broadening her ability to represent clients in federal matters when necessary. She maintains active membership in both the Indiana State Bar Association and the St. Joseph County Bar Association, staying current with developments in family law and maintaining high ethical standards.

For families in St. Joseph County, Elkhart County, and the surrounding South Bend area, Longstreet Law LLC represents an excellent choice for family law representation. Whether you're contemplating adoption, facing a difficult divorce, working out custody arrangements, or planning your estate, Laura brings experience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to protecting your family's interests.

Contact Longstreet Law LLC at 574-208-5982 to discuss your family law needs and schedule a consultation with Laura Longstreet. Let an attorney with real experience in family court, real understanding of family dynamics, and real commitment to your family guide you through this important chapter of your life.