Christopher L. Willoughby

Christopher L. Willoughby is an attorney at Braje, Nelson & Janes, LLP in Michigan City, Indiana, who advises clients on estate planning, probate, business, real estate, municipal, zoning, and commercial law matters. His practice helps individuals, families, businesses, and local entities address legal needs that involve property, planning, governance, and commercial obligations. He provides practical guidance for clients who need clear direction on transactions, planning issues, and legal responsibilities.

Willoughby earned a J.D. from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2001 and a B.A. from North Central College in 1994. He was also affiliated with Phi Delta Phi. His education provided a foundation in legal analysis, writing, and problem solving. This training supports his work in matters involving estate documents, probate administration, real estate issues, municipal concerns, zoning questions, and business planning.

Willoughby’s experience covers a broad range of planning, property, business, and public law matters. He assists with estate planning and probate issues that require careful attention to family goals, assets, and administration. His real estate, municipal, zoning, commercial, and business law work also helps clients evaluate obligations, structure documents, respond to local requirements, and make practical decisions when legal, financial, or property interests overlap.

Christopher L. Willoughby is admitted in Indiana and before the US District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. He is a member of the LaPorte County, Porter County, Indiana State, and American Bar Associations, as well as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Through a practice grounded in preparation and practical judgment, Willoughby helps clients manage important planning, property, municipal, and business matters with steady legal support.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Braje, Nelson & Janes, LLP
• Member, LaPorte County Bar Association
• Member, Porter County Bar Association
• Member, Indiana Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Valparaiso University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• North Central College
  Bachelor of Arts

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