Bryan Lee Ciyou

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Solving the Complex Problems of Life

Experience: 30 years

Divorce, Family Law, Appeals & Appellate and 2 others

Indiana Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana and 2 others

Experience 30y

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Attorney Bryan L. Ciyou, an Eagle Scout, lives each day on the bedrock principle of the Boy Scout Motto, “Be Prepared.” This way of life – his mantra – was then forged on the anvil of hardships endured during his significant humanitarian aid work in places like Haiti and Central America. In these countries, making a plan and executing it, and always being prepared, was not a choice but a necessity in order to survive daily life.A few years later, Mr. Ciyou attended Indiana University, Indianapolis, completing the honors program and graduating with a bachelor of arts, with distinction, in 1991; and from its law school with a doctor of jurisprudence, cum laude, in 1994. Mr. Ciyou then entered the private practice of law in 1994.

With his diverse life experiences and academic successes, Mr. Ciyou brings to the table, in every legal matter he handles, deft organizational and leadership skills. And he has a strong moral compass, personal values, and integrity, along with relentless drive – the keys to his success as a lawyer.

Professionally, Mr. Ciyou has extensive civil trial and appellate practice experience, having briefed and orally argued cases before the Indiana Court of Appeals and Indiana Supreme Court. Further, Mr. Ciyou has researched, drafted, and filed Certiorari Petitions with the United States Supreme Court. Other professional interests include complex domestic relations, litigation, and business law.

Mr. Ciyou is also a prolific writer, publishing a number of professional articles each year; and he is sought after as a frequent presenter and lecturer for continuing education for other lawyers and other professionals. Mr. Ciyou’s written works and speaking topics range from the legal aspects of safety and security in the workplace, alternative dispute resolution, and complex domestic relations.

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Indiana Supreme Court

Since 1994

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit

Since 1995

U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana

Since 1994

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 1998

U.S. Tax Court

Since 2009

Professional Experience

2005 - Current

Indy 1500 Gun & Knife Show

General Counsel (Outside)

GC for the the oldest and one of the largest events of its kind in the United States

1995 - Current

Ciyou & Dixon, P.C.

Attorney

Practice Concentrations: Appellate, Domestic Relations, Criminal, Complex Litigation

2013 - 2013

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida

Expert Witness

United States v. Rafael Oscar Valdes, et al., Case No. 12-80234. Qualified as expert in firearms and firearms parts identification

2007 - 2010

Marion County Public Defender Agency, Appellate Division

Contract Criminal Appellate Attorney

1998 - 1998

Indiana University, Kelly School of Business

Adjunct Professor

Adjunct Professor, Columbus, IN, Course: Commercial Law I

1997 - 1997

Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis

Teacher of Law to Gifted and Talented High School Students

Honors Program, Faculty. Taught during Summer of 1997.

1996 - 1996

Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis

Teacher of Law to Gifted and Talented High School Students

Honors Program, Faculty. Taught during Summer of 1996

1993 - 1995

Buck, Berry, Landau & Breunig

Law Clerk and Associate for Judith Stimson

Indiana Practice Concentration: Family Law

1993 - 1993

Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis

Teacher of Law to Gifted and Talented High School Students

Honors Program, Faculty. Taught during Summer of 1993

1992 - 1993

Johnson County Prosecutor's Office

Law Clerk

Sex Crimes

1992 - 1992

Newby, Lewis, Kaminski & Jones

Law Clerk

Insurance Defense

Education

1992 - 1994

Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis

J.D. (1994) | Doctor of Jurisprudence

1992 Honor Paper, Torts I, 1991

1988 - 1991

Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis

B.A. (1991)

Honors: Deans List Spring 88 - Spring 91. Honors Program Completed, with Distinction, 1991

Contacts

50 E. 91st St. Suite 200 Indianapolis City (Balance) IN 46240 Telephone: (317) 449-8522 Fax: (317) 955-7100

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Experience: 30 years

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Practice Areas

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Appeals & Appellate

Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Intellectual Property