After graduating from White River Valley High School, Cortney earned a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Ball State University. Practicing social work at a long-term nursing facility in Indianapolis led Cortney to a desire to provide legal representation to families in a variety of difficult situations. Cortney graduated from Indiana University-Indianapolis School of Law and was admitted to practice law in 2003. Cortney appreciates the opportunity to assist multi-generational clients in planning for both immediate and long-range needs.

Cortney has presented to many community groups regarding planning for incapacity and long-term care expenses and often participates in events at local schools. She has served on the board of Pregnancy Choices in Linton, Indiana and was a founding board member and president of Greene County Voices for Kids, Inc., which provides funds to children living in foster care.

Outside the office, Cortney teaches a preschool Sunday school class, leads ladies’ Bible study, and enjoys hiking. She has two grown sons and resides in rural Jasonville with her husband.

Primary Practice Areas

• Elder Law
• Estate Planning and Estate Administration

Education

• B.S.W. degree from Ball State University, 1999
• J.D. degree from Indiana University-Indianapolis School of Law, 2003
• M.A. in Bible and Theology from Lincoln Christian University, 2020

Bar Admissions

• Indiana, 2003
• United States Federal District Court, Southern District of Indiana, 2003
• United States Federal District Court, Northern District of Indiana, 2003

Professional Associations and Recognitions

• Member, Greene County, Indiana, Bar Association
• Member, Indiana Bar Association
• Martindale-Hubbell Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers