Serving Hancock County
Hancock County sits on the eastern edge of the Indianapolis metro area — a growing suburban corridor with active family law, criminal defense, and drug offense dockets. Greenfield, the county seat, is home to the Hancock County Courthouse and all civil, family, and criminal filings. Communities like Fortville, New Palestine, and the rapidly growing McCordsville bring clients who need experienced legal representation without having to travel into Indianapolis.
Hammond Legal regularly appears in Hancock County courts, handling the full range of criminal and civil matters. From drug charges and felony defense to divorce, custody, and expungement, we know the Hancock County court system and are ready to help.
Hancock County Courts
The Hancock County court system is located at the Hancock County Courthouse, 9 E Main St, Greenfield, IN 46140. The courthouse houses the Circuit Court and Superior Court handling civil, criminal, and family matters. The Hancock County Clerk of Courts handles all filings and is located at the courthouse.
Communities Served in Hancock County
Greenfield
County seat. Hancock County Courthouse location. ~35 miles from Anderson.
Fortville
Northwest Hancock County near Hamilton County line. ~28 miles from Anderson.
New Palestine
Southwest Hancock County. Growing residential community. ~40 miles from Anderson.
McCordsville
Fast-growing west Hancock County community bordering Marion County. ~35 miles from Anderson.
Shirley & Wilkinson
Central and east Hancock County communities. All file matters at the Greenfield courthouse.
Charlottesville & Brandywine
Smaller Hancock County communities with filings at the Greenfield courthouse.
Where to File in Hancock County
Divorce & Family Law
Divorce, custody, child support, and paternity petitions in Hancock County are filed with the Hancock County Clerk of Courts at 9 E Main St, Greenfield — whether you live in Greenfield, Fortville, New Palestine, McCordsville, or anywhere else in the county. Indiana requires six months of state residency and three months of Hancock County residency before filing (IC 31-15-2-6).
Protective Orders
Civil protective orders under IC 34-26-5 are filed at the Hancock County Courthouse in Greenfield. Emergency protective orders are available at any hour through local law enforcement or the Hancock County Sheriff's Department.
Criminal Charges
Felony and misdemeanor charges in Hancock County are prosecuted by the Hancock County Prosecutor's Office and heard in the Circuit Court or Superior Court in Greenfield. If you have been arrested anywhere in Hancock County, call Hammond Legal immediately at 317-284-9944.
Expungement
Expungement petitions under Indiana's Second Chance Law (IC 35-38-9) are filed in the Hancock County court that entered the original conviction. The Hancock County Prosecutor may object. Waiting periods are five years for misdemeanors and eight years for Level 6 felonies.
Practice Areas in Hancock County
Family Law
Divorce, custody, parenting time, support, and paternity in Hancock County courts.
Learn moreFelony Defense
Defense for Level 1–6 felony charges in Hancock County. Call immediately if arrested.
Learn moreDrug Offenses
Drug possession, dealing, and trafficking defense in Hancock County courts.
Learn moreExpungement
Record sealing under Indiana's Second Chance Law filed in Hancock County courts.
Learn moreCommon Questions — Hancock County
Where do I file for divorce in Hancock County?
Divorce petitions are filed with the Hancock County Clerk of Courts at 9 E Main St, Greenfield, IN 46140 — whether you live in Greenfield, Fortville, New Palestine, McCordsville, or anywhere else in Hancock County. At least one spouse must have been a Hancock County resident for three months before filing (IC 31-15-2-6).
How do I get a protective order in Hancock County?
Protective orders are filed at the Hancock County Courthouse in Greenfield. For emergencies outside court hours, contact the Hancock County Sheriff's Department or any local law enforcement agency.
Which court handles criminal charges in Hancock County?
Criminal charges from anywhere in Hancock County are prosecuted by the Hancock County Prosecutor's Office and heard in Greenfield. If you have been arrested in Fortville, New Palestine, McCordsville, or elsewhere in Hancock County, call Hammond Legal at 317-284-9944 immediately.
Can a Hancock County conviction be expunged?
Many Hancock County convictions are eligible under Indiana's Second Chance Law (IC 35-38-9). The petition is filed in the same Hancock County court that entered the conviction, and the Hancock County Prosecutor may object. Contact Hammond Legal to review your eligibility.
How far is Hammond Legal from Hancock County?
Hammond Legal is in Anderson — approximately 35 miles from Greenfield, 28 miles from Fortville, 35 miles from McCordsville, and 40 miles from New Palestine. We regularly appear in Hancock County courts and are accessible to clients throughout the county.
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