About Christopher James
Christopher James Barrows is an accomplished family law attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1999, he has dedicated his legal career to specializing in family law, divorce, and alternative dispute resolution. Barrows is a registered Family Law Mediator and a Certified Family Law Specialist, distinctions awarded by the Family Law Certification Board. His commitment to family law is further demonstrated through his active membership in the Indiana State Bar Association and the Indianapolis Bar Association, where he has notably served as Chair of the Family Law Section. As the owner and managing member of Barrows Legal Group LLC, located at 8888 Keystone Crossing, Suite 1300, Indianapolis, IN 46240, Barrows has built a reputable practice that emphasizes approaches.
His expertise is recognized; from 2009 to 2012, he was recognized as a "Rising Star" in Indiana family law by Super Lawyers magazine. In addition to his practice, he has served as a Court Commissioner for the Hamilton County Title IV-D court since 2022, overseeing child support cases and ensuring fair resolutions for families in need. Barrows has announced his candidacy for Judge of Hamilton County Superior Court 9 in the May 2026 Republican Primary, reflecting his desire to further impact the legal field in his community. With over 27 years of experience as a small business owner, litigator, mediator, and arbitrator, he possesses a wide-ranging skill set that benefits his clients. He has also served as a Guardian ad Litem in Hamilton County for more than two decades, advocating for the best interests of children in legal disputes.
His contributions extend beyond the courtroom. Barrows has taught hundreds of hours of legal education to lawyers across Indiana, sharing his knowledge on various family law topics. He is actively involved in coaching youth sports in Hamilton County, including soccer, cross country, track and field, karate, and wrestling. A lifetime resident of Hamilton County, he has chosen to raise his family and grow his law practice in the community he knows and loves. Barrows is also engaged in several community organizations.
He serves on the boards of the Westfield Youth Assistance Program, the Westfield Education Foundation, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, Indiana Chapter. His advocacy includes testifying before the Indiana legislature on issues related to joint legal custody in paternity cases and parent coordination. Regular guest speaking engagements allow him to discuss vital topics such as divorce, mediation, estate planning considerations, and family law in general. He and his wife, Misty, are the proud parents of three children, and he understands the challenges of parenting special needs children during family disputes. Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, Barrows continues to serve his clients and community with dedication and compassion.
