Adoption Law Excellence
Building Families Through Legal Expertise Since 2009
Our History
A Legacy of Trust and Integrity
Berry & Domer has deep roots in serving families with honesty, dedication, and care. Though today the firm is just me—Michelle Berry Domer—the principles that guide my practice have been passed down through decades of experience in what it means to truly serve clients.
The Foundation
My father practiced law for nearly fifty years as a general practitioner, focusing on trial work including criminal defense, personal injury, and family law. When I was about to begin my own legal career in October 1992, he sat down and wrote me a letter sharing the wisdom he’d gained through years of practice and, as he put it, “trial and error.”
That letter has stayed with me throughout my career. Of all the advice he shared, one principle stands above the rest:
Your word must be your bond. Your colleagues and peers must be able to depend upon what you say because they will rely upon and act upon your promises.
Our Journey to Adoption Law
When my father retired, I found myself at a crossroads. I had experience in family law, personal injury and criminal law, following in his footsteps as a trial attorney. But I discovered something unexpected: adoptions were different. They were joyful. They were rewarding. They were about building families, not tearing them apart.
While my father handled relatively few adoptions during his career, I found my calling in this work. I made the decision to focus my practice exclusively on adoption law, and it has been one of the best decisions of my professional life.
Why I Love What I Do
Adoption law allows me to be part of something beautiful—helping create families. Every case I handle is an opportunity to bring hope, joy, and new beginnings to families in our community. Unlike the adversarial nature of much legal work, adoption law is about cooperation, compassion, and celebration.
My Commitment to You
My father taught me that clients want peace of mind, that they judge success by how they feel after working with you, and that the greatest skill an attorney can develop is making clients feel better about their situation. These lessons shape everything I do at Berry & Domer.
When you work with me, you’re not just getting legal expertise in adoption law—you’re getting an attorney whose practice is built on integrity, where your trust is valued above all else, and where I genuinely celebrate the joy of helping families grow.
As a solo practitioner, I personally handle every aspect of your case. You’ll work directly with me from start to finish, ensuring the personal attention and care your family deserves.
The wisdom my father shared continues to guide my practice every day. Though Berry & Domer has evolved to focus exclusively on adoption law, the foundation remains the same: your word is your bond, your clients deserve your very best, and there’s no greater privilege than serving families with honesty and care.
Michelle Berry Domer, J.D.
10+ Years of Exclusive Adoption Law Practice
Michelle Berry Domer has dedicated her legal career to one purpose: making adoption law accessible, compassionate, and successful for Indiana families. After 30 years in family law practice, Michelle discovered that adoption cases were her most rewarding work. This led her to focus her practice exclusively on adoption law, where she combines legal expertise with genuine understanding of the adoption journey. Today, she represents adoptive families, birth parents, and children with the highest level of professional dedication.
Our Mission & Values
To provide exceptional adoption legal services with compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication to creating families through law.
Legal Excellence
Expert knowledge of Indiana adoption law
Compassion
Understanding the emotional journey
Integrity
Ethical representation at every step
Client-Centered
Your family’s needs come first
Why Choose Michelle
When you choose Heartland, you’re choosing more than just an adoption service – you’re choosing a partner
Adoption Law Expertise
- 10+ years exclusively in adoption law
- Licensed in Indiana
- Interstate adoption certified
Proven Track Record
- 500+ successful adoptions
- Complex case experience
- Strong court relationships
Personal Attention
- Direct attorney access
- Responsive communication
- Individualized legal strategies
Comprehensive Legal Services
- From initial consultation to finalization
- All adoption types
- Post-adoption support
Our Promise
We promise to treat every adoption with the care, respect, and dedication it deserves. Your journey becomes our journey, and your joy becomes our greatest reward.