About
Rex Padgett practices family law in Indiana, helping clients navigate divorce and related domestic matters. He serves as a Litigation Manager at Cordell & Cordell and focuses on giving clients candid assessments of their cases. He listens closely to concerns, explains available options, and prepares clients for the realities of litigation. His approach emphasizes straightforward communication, practical guidance, and strong advocacy for people facing difficult transitions involving family relationships, finances, and future arrangements ahead.
Rex earned his J.D. from Western Michigan Cooley Law School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing from the University of Phoenix. He also obtained an associate’s degree in pre-mechanical engineering from Vincennes University. He is licensed to practice in Indiana. His education and varied academic background support his work counseling clients, analyzing disputes, preparing litigation strategies, and addressing the practical concerns that arise during family law proceedings.
Rex primarily practiced family law before joining his current practice, while also handling estate planning, criminal defense, and general litigation matters. He draws on that broader experience when assessing disputes that may involve overlapping financial, legal, or personal concerns. His family law work centers on helping clients understand what the law permits, how courts may approach particular issues, and what steps can improve preparation for negotiations, hearings, or other proceedings.
Rex Padgett is a member of the Morgan County Bar Association and the Indiana State Bar Association. He has also participated in education, including an estate planning seminar presented with Edward Jones Financial. He brings a litigation-focused perspective to family law representation and works to keep clients informed throughout their cases. His practice reflects an emphasis on honesty, preparation, and advocacy for individuals seeking fair treatment during family law disputes.
Law Office Affiliations
- Litigation Manager, Cordell & Cordell
- Member, Indiana State Bar Association
- Member, Morgan County Bar Association
Licensed State
- Indiana
Education
- Western Michigan Cooley Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Awards & Badges

- Adoption
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements
- Mediation & Collaborative Law
- Military Divorce
- Paternity
- Uncontested Divorce
- Appeals
- Litigation




