David Kiely
David Kiely
Our experienced divorce attorneys know that unfortunately not all marriages work out until death do you part. Going through a divorce, custody battle, or other litigation involving marriage is often one of the most stressful experiences of someone’s life. Our divorce attorneys will give personal attention to your case, to provide you with peace of mind and results that count. We pride ourselves on being honest, reliable, and committed to your case.
Divorce Services We Provide
Danks and Danks has decades of experience handling all aspects of divorce law. Our knowledge of the local courts and laws allows us to tailor case strategies for our clients to ensure the greatest chance of success in reaching your legal objectives.
PARTNER
Location: Evansville, Indiana
Phone: 812-426-1000
Fax: 812-426-0751
David Kiely is a partner at Danks & Danks who practices Family Law, CHINS and DCS cases, and Criminal Defense.
Former Judge David D. Kiely has over 35 years of experience within the Vanderburgh County legal system, first in private practice (1990-1997), then appointed as a Magistrate (1998-2009), and as elected Judge of both Superior (2009-2013) and Circuit Courts (2013-2025). As Judge, David Kiely created the first Veteran’s Court and co-founded the Vanderburgh County Therapeutic Work Release Program, both of which have become essential programs in the criminal court division. Beyond the bench, David Kiely has served on a myriad of committees, as President and Vice President of the Vanderburgh County Jobs Program, guest lectured at many local schools and universities and volunteered for innumerable programs in and around the legal field. David has been awarded the James Bethel Greshem Freedom Award and the Community Service Award from the City-County Observer.
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- CHINS and DCS cases
- Criminal Defense
Bar Admissions
- Supreme Court of Indiana
- U.S District Court Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana
Education
- Graduate of the Indiana Judicial College
- Graduate of the Indiana Graduate Program for Judges
- University of Evansville, B.S. Science
- Samford University Cumberland School of LawProfessional Associations and Memberships
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Evansville Bar Association
- Vanderburgh County Treatment Court
- Vanderburgh County Veterans Court
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