Whether you need representation in a transaction, you’re starting a new business, or you need basic contract review, we can help.

Small Business Counsel

Overview

Small businesses are the backbone of Indiana’s economy and they deserve legal counsel that’s practical, responsive, and easy to work with, understanding that the business comes first. Whether you’re launching a new venture, managing day‑to‑day operations, or navigating a legal challenge, Shelton Law provides clear guidance rooted in real‑world business experience.

We work with mom‑and‑pop retailers, solo entrepreneurs, e‑commerce sellers, gig‑economy professionals, and growing companies across the entire state of Indiana. Our goal is simple: help you operate confidently, avoid costly mistakes, and make informed decisions at every stage of your business.

You get direct access to your attorney, fast turnaround, and advice that’s grounded in both legal knowledge and business ownership experience.

Services We Provide

• Business Formation & Structuring

• Transactional Representation

• Compliance and Regulatory Support

• Outside General Counsel Services

• Contract Drafting and Review

• Negotiation

• Dispute Prevention & Resolution

• Collections

Our Approach

Every decision we make is shaped by a clear sense of purpose. Our journey has been anything but ordinary. Through every step, we've focused on staying true to our values and making space for thoughtful, lasting work.

Straightforward Process. Zero Guessing.

Our goal is to remove uncertainty from the legal process. From the moment you reach out, you’ll know exactly what to expect, what comes next, and who is handling your matter. No confusion. No chasing updates.

Step 1

Tell us what you need in a few quick clicks.


You provide the basics — your issue, your goals, and the best way to reach you. This helps us prepare before we ever get on a call.

Step 2

We meet to understand your situation in detail.


Once we receive and review your information, we will follow up with you to schedule a meeting over the phone to gather some more information, answer any questions you may have, and help you understand your options.

Step 3

We send you a retainer agreement.


Once you’re ready to move forward, we send a straightforward retainer agreement so we can begin representing you immediately. Clear terms, transparent pricing, and no surprises.

Step 4

You relax, and we take it from here.


We begin work on your matter while keeping you updated every step of the way, providing you with the peace of mind that you deserve.

Our Experience

Licensed Indiana Attorney Matt Shelton has experience representing clients in expungement cases. Matt has worked on a variety of different expungements, ranging from the sealing of a single arrest record in one county, to simultaneously sealing multiple felonies across multiple counties in Indiana.

While in law school, Matt had a close friend convicted of a felony and saw first-hand the benefits of an expungement. Matt began working on expungements in law school while interning at a legal clinic after someone close in Matt’s life experienced a criminal conviction, carried this service into his practice law firm.

Matt provides expungement services to every county in the State of Indiana.

Reach out for a free consultation

We will reach back out to you within 24 hours to inform you if you are eligible and to schedule an initial consultation. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at (317)-804-1495.

Business Counsel FAQs

Typically, the expungement process takes 1-3 months until your record is sealed/expunged. If you have more serious convictions, or convictions in multiple counties, the process may take longer.

How long does this take?

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How do I get started?

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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form, call (317) 804-1495, or email matt@sheltonlawpc.com and we will schedule a free consultation to answer any questions you may have and help you get started with your expungement.

What makes you different than other attorneys?

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Matt Shelton has memorized the expungement code in Indiana front to back, and is quick and diligent in providing his services. Some attorneys take weeks and sometimes months to gather information and draft their petition, leading to a later filing than necessary. Matt aims to file your expungement petition within one week of you becoming his client.

Additionally, Matt provides something that many attorneys do not - a money back guarantee on his expungement services. If the court denies your expungement petition, Matt will provide you with a 100% refund of your money (minus the filing fees). Matt offers this to show his confidence in his ability to seal your criminal record in Indiana.

How much does an expungement cost in Indiana?

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The average cost of an expungement in Indiana ranges from $500 to $3,000 depending on the complexity of the case, the number of counties where the client has convictions, and the seriousness of the underlying crime.

Matt Shelton provides expungements starting at a flat fee of $500 per county plus filing fees. Filing fees in Indiana are currently $157 before processing fees. So for example - if you have 3 convictions in one county, our flat fee would be $557 ($500 plus the filing fee of $157). If you have 3 convictions across 2 counties, our flat fee would be $1112 ($500 x 2 + $157 x 2).

The we price are services this way is because (i) clients appreciate a flat fee rather than hourly, since it is more predictable, and (ii) Because a separate petition has to be filed in each county where you have a conviction/arrest, it takes twice as long to file in two counties as it does one.

What Indiana Counties Do You Serve?

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Matt Shelton serves every single county in the state of Indiana, and is licensed appear in every court where an expungement petition can be filed. This includes the following counties: Adams, Allen, Bartholomew, Benton, Blackford, Boone, Brown, Carroll, Cass, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Crawford, Daviess, Dearborn, Decatur, DeKalb, Delaware, Dubois, Elkhart, Fayette, Floyd, Fountain, Franklin, Fulton, Gibson, Grant, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Harrison, Hendricks, Henry, Howard, Huntington, Jackson, Jasper, Jay, Jefferson, Jennings, Johnson, Knox, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Lake, LaPorte, Lawrence, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Martin, Miami, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Newton, Noble, Ohio, Orange, Owen, Parke, Perry, Pike, Porter, Posey, Pulaski, Putnam, Randolph, Ripley, Rush, St. Joseph, Scott, Shelby, Spencer, Starke, Steuben, Sullivan, Switzerland, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Union, Vanderburgh, Vermillion, Vigo, Wabash, Warren, Warrick, Washington, Wayne, Wells, White, and Whitley.