Zionsville Dissolution of Marriage

Zionsville dissolution of marriage cases are filed at the Boone County Circuit Court Clerk's office in Lebanon, the county seat roughly 15 miles northwest of Zionsville. Zionsville is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Indianapolis metro area, and residents needing to file a dissolution petition must make that short trip to Lebanon rather than filing locally. The Boone County Clerk maintains all dissolution case files from petition through final decree, and records are searchable through Indiana's statewide case system. This page covers where to file, how to search online, what state law requires, and where to find legal help.

Boone County Clerk in Lebanon

Zionsville does not have its own courthouse for family law filings. All dissolution of marriage petitions for Boone County residents, including those in Zionsville, go to the Boone County Circuit Court Clerk in Lebanon. Lebanon is about 15 miles northwest of Zionsville, an easy drive. The courthouse sits in downtown Lebanon on the courthouse square.

The clerk's office handles filing, case records, certified copies, and public access to dissolution records. Staff can look up a case by name or number and tell you what documents are on file. They do not give legal advice. If you have questions about the legal process, see the resources section below.

Parking around the Lebanon courthouse square is generally available. Bring a photo ID when visiting. If you're requesting copies of a specific case, having the case number or the names of both parties and the filing year will speed things up.

Filing from Zionsville: What to Know

Zionsville is in Boone County. That means Boone County is where your dissolution case lives, regardless of where you work or spend most of your time. The trip to Lebanon is about 15 miles and takes less than 30 minutes from most parts of Zionsville.

Some residents initially assume they can file in Marion County because they commute to Indianapolis or have ties there. That's not how it works. Your county of residence at the time of filing determines where you file. If you live in Zionsville, you file in Boone County, in Lebanon.

Once filed, all hearings take place in Lebanon as well. If both parties agree on all terms, you may not need to appear more than once or twice. Contested cases involve more hearings and more trips to the courthouse.

Searching Boone County Dissolution Records

Indiana's public case search system, MyCase, covers Boone County dissolution filings. You can search for free at public.courts.in.gov. No account is needed. Search by party name or case number to find case type, filing date, hearing schedule, and current status.

MyCase does not show the full text of documents or attachments, but it gives you the core information about a case. Most Boone County dissolution cases from the past 10 to 15 years are indexed there. Older cases may require a direct request to the clerk's office.

The image below is from the Zionsville city website, which provides links to community services and local government contacts for Zionsville residents.

The Zionsville city site helps residents connect to local services and find information relevant to navigating government processes including court filings in Boone County.

Doxpop at doxpop.com is a paid subscription service with broader search functionality than MyCase. It is used primarily by legal professionals. For most individual searches, MyCase is sufficient and free. You can also call the Boone County Clerk at (765) 482-2940 to ask about a case by name or number.

Indiana Dissolution Law: Key Requirements

Indiana refers to divorce as "dissolution of marriage" throughout its statutes. The controlling law is in Indiana Code Title 31. The basic rules are the same across the state, including for Zionsville residents filing in Boone County.

Residency is the first requirement. At least one spouse must have lived in Indiana for at least six months and in Boone County for at least three months immediately before filing the petition. If you recently moved to Zionsville, check whether you meet the three-month county residency requirement before going to the clerk's office.

Indiana is a no-fault state. You file on the ground of "irretrievable breakdown of the marriage." There's no requirement to prove fault, and a spouse who contests the dissolution cannot block it indefinitely. Under IC 31-15-2-3, there is a mandatory 60-day waiting period that begins when the petition is filed and the other spouse is served. Courts cannot enter a final decree before those 60 days expire. Even fully agreed-upon cases must wait. Simple uncontested cases sometimes conclude close to the 60-day mark. Cases involving property disputes, debt allocation, or child custody take longer.

Indiana divides marital property equally by default. Either party can ask the court for a different split. The judge considers each spouse's income, contributions to the household, and the length of the marriage when deciding whether to deviate from equal division.

Certified Copies and Records Requests

If you need proof of a completed dissolution, a certified copy of the decree is the document you want. Banks, government agencies, title companies, and the Social Security Administration all accept certified copies. The Boone County Clerk issues certified copies for Boone County dissolution cases.

Indiana charges $1 per page. A small additional fee may apply for the certification itself. You can request copies in person at 1 Courthouse Square in Lebanon or by mail. Mail requests should include both parties' names, the approximate year of filing, and the case number if you have it. Send a check or money order to the Boone County Clerk. In-person requests are usually processed the same day. Mail requests can take one to two weeks.

For more on how to request Indiana court records, the Indiana Supreme Court's public records page at in.gov/courts/public-records/how-to-request/ has general guidance that applies statewide.

Legal Resources for Zionsville Residents

Indiana Legal Services offers free civil legal assistance to income-qualifying individuals. They handle family law matters, including dissolution of marriage cases. Visit indianalegalservices.org to apply or learn more about eligibility. Income limits apply, but the program covers a broad range of residents.

If domestic violence is part of your situation, the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence can help. Call 800-332-7385 or visit icadvinc.org. Local advocates can connect you with shelters, safety planning, and referrals to legal representation in Boone County or the broader Indianapolis area.

The Boone County courthouse has informational resources and forms available to the public. Staff can walk you through which forms to file and explain the basic steps. They cannot give legal advice. For anything involving contested issues, minor children, or significant assets, talking to a licensed Indiana family law attorney early makes a real difference.

Nearby Indiana Cities

Zionsville sits in the northern Indianapolis suburbs. Several nearby qualifying Indiana cities are just a short drive away, each served by their own county clerk's office for dissolution filings.