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Bryan Ciyou

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Licensed for 27 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

Attorney Bryan L. Ciyou, an Eagle Scout, lives each day on the bedrock principle of the Boy Scout Motto, “Be Prepared.” This way of life – his mantra – was then forged on the anvil of hardships endured during his significant humanitarian aid work in places like Haiti and Central America. In these countries, making a plan and executing it, and always being prepared was not a choice but a necessity in order to survive daily life. A few years later, Mr. Ciyou attended Indiana University, Indianapolis, completing the honors program and graduating with a bachelor of arts, with distinction, in 1991; and from its law school with a doctor of jurisprudence, cum laude, in 1994. Mr. Ciyou then entered the private practice of law in 1994.With his diverse life experiences and academic successes, Mr. Ciyou brings to the table, in every legal matter he handles, deft organizational and leadership skills. And he has a strong moral compass, personal values, and integrity, along with relentless drive – the keys to his success as a lawyer.Professionally, Mr. Ciyou has extensive civil trial and appellate practice experience, having briefed and orally argued cases before the Indiana Court of Appeals and Indiana Supreme Court. Further, Mr. Ciyou has researched, drafted, and filed Certiorari Petitions with the United States Supreme Court. Other professional interests include complex domestic relations, litigation, and business law.Mr. Ciyou is also a prolific writer, publishing a number of professional articles each year; and he is sought after as a frequent presenter and lecturer for continuing education for other lawyers and other professionals. Mr. Ciyou’s written works and speaking topics range from the legal aspects of safety and security in the workplace, alternative dispute resolution, and complex domestic relations.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Language

English

Contact

Ciyou & Dixon, PC50 E 91st StreetSuite 200Indianapolis, IN, 46240

Office: (317) 953-4661

Website: N/A

Reviews

Carl
April 30, 2020

I used Bryan Ciyou back in 2016-17 for my VERY complex and rather disturbing divorce case. He swiftly took my family’s grim situation to an emergency custody hearing and I had my daughter in my custody two hours after the judge gave her ruling! Bryan is quite in tune with the ever changing and growingly confusing rule of law and is a master of codification. He made detailed notes at consultation and also as things progressed. He thoroughly does his homework, gives accurate and wise advice in real time as new issues arise, is very professional, formulates a comprehensive strategy and “goes for the throat”. I was VERY weary of hiring the wrong lawyer when I began my search for representation because of all the horror stories online and everywhere else. I had actually wasted money having multiple consultations before meeting with Bryan. Before I hired Bryan, I had trouble sleeping at night. I hired Bryan on the spot after my consultation and could finally get a good nights rest. He is not cheap by any means but the VALUE he brings to your litigation is insurmountable. I’d rather have my daughter than anything else on earth. It’s just money, you can always make more; but your children are irreplaceable!!! If you feel the same way about your children, then Bryan Lee Ciyou is the representation that you want (need) in your corner. Bryan is hands down the APEX of complex litigation. All of his staff members are top tier talent as well, they actually saved me money by taking care of a lot of the paperwork and even drafting up some of the more advanced motions to file that staff at other firms might not be qualified to do. In my experience, the law offices of Ciyou and Dixon are a slam dunk!!! Thank you Bryan and staff, keep up the phenomenal work!!!!

Jeff
March 2, 2020

Ciyou & Dixon made our contract negotiation experience very pleasant. My wife and I had many questions and they addressed each of them, in detail. We felt protected and well educated. Thank you!

Becca
February 10, 2020

After seeking counsel of other attorneys I was referred to Mr. Ciyou and could not have been happier. He was able to see to it that things were handled with care. Often times in divorce or any family litigation emotions run high and Mr. Ciyou was able to navigate and guide me. He was able to shine light on issues that I had not even thought of or considered because of the emotional stuff. He also won my case and saw to it that my children were safe and well taken care of. I would recommend him and his team to any and everyone!

Steve
December 26, 2019

My case was going really bad with the local attorney I was using in Putnam county. I needed another attorney quickly to get a strong appeal sent to the appeals court. The team of Ciyou &Dixon took over this train wreck of a case. They not only got the appeal filed, they won my entire case. I now have custody of my son. In Indiana it’s extremely rare for the father to receive custody of the child in a divorce. I thank God for sending me to Ciyou & Dixon. I don’t believe that without them I would have custody. Thanks again Bryan and Julie for all your hard work!

Tracie
December 18, 2019

Bryan and the team at Ciyou & Dixon first handled my complex case on appeal.  He did a stellar job in orally arguing my case in the Indiana Court of Appeals and obtained a reversal of the trial court based on my First Amendment right to free speech.  Ultimately, he then represented me in the trial court and obtained custody for me as well.”

Chris C.
December 16, 2019

I was referred to Bryan Ciyou when I was facing divorce. My 4 kids were greatly in danger. I was losing everything and my biggest concern was getting custody of my kids and keeping them safe. I was afraid but I trusted Bryan Ciyou. He had foresight of things that I could not even imagine would happen. He predicted with accuracy how the divorce would unfold. At times, I felt so overwhelmed and wanted the nightmare to end. Bryan stood by me and encouraged me to finish when I had no more strength. Bryan fought for me and secured full custody of all 4 of my children. Yes, as a dad, I got sole custody of my kids when I thought it would be impossible. There have been times he has checked on me to make sure I was "okay" when I was out of state and trying to collect Child Support from my ex-wife. When my ex-wife tried to attack me with frivolous Protective Orders to "bully" me from pursuing Child Support, Bryan Ciyou stepped in, stepped up and kept me safe once again. Divorce is a horrible experience. You need to be protected by the best who cares. I have faith in Bryan Ciyou and his staff. Bryan is a good man who truly wants to protect innocent people. I was never treated as just a client or a paycheck. I was treated as a hurting father in need of protection. Bryan cared about me. Thank you, Bryan Ciyou! You made the difference in my case!

Matthew
December 16, 2019

I consulted with Ciyou and Dixon on an issue that noone else seemed to have the answer to. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking legal counsel.

anonymous
December 12, 2019

Bryan Ciyou handled a highly contentious and complicated personal matter. He solved my problem and ensured there were no further problems. Bryan Ciyou's performance and results places him in a very elite league and I would recommend Bryan Ciyou to get results in any situation.

anonymous
December 9, 2019

Bryan, Alex and his team are knowledgeable and very detailed. They gave me several different options and approaches to consider and allowed me to participate in the path that best matched the outcome I desired. From start to finish, my interaction with Bryan and his team was exceptional. I highly recommend Bryan, Alex and the entire team at Ciyou & Dixon. If I'm in need of legal service again, I will call them first.

Dave
July 6, 2017

I was facing criminal charges in Northwest Indiana and the Indiana State Police suspended my License to carry a hand gun. Attorney Ciyou went to bat for me in Indianapolis and got the ISP to reinstate my license to carry. I am very grateful to him for this. If you have any firearm related crimes or problems with your hand gun license then Bryan Ciyou is the Attorney to hire!

Carl
April 30, 2020

I used Bryan Ciyou back in 2016-17 for my VERY complex and rather disturbing divorce case. He swiftly took my family’s grim situation to an emergency custody hearing and I had my daughter in my custody two hours after the judge gave her ruling! Bryan is quite in tune with the ever changing and growingly confusing rule of law and is a master of codification. He made detailed notes at consultation and also as things progressed. He thoroughly does his homework, gives accurate and wise advice in real time as new issues arise, is very professional, formulates a comprehensive strategy and “goes for the throat”. I was VERY weary of hiring the wrong lawyer when I began my search for representation because of all the horror stories online and everywhere else. I had actually wasted money having multiple consultations before meeting with Bryan. Before I hired Bryan, I had trouble sleeping at night. I hired Bryan on the spot after my consultation and could finally get a good nights rest. He is not cheap by any means but the VALUE he brings to your litigation is insurmountable. I’d rather have my daughter than anything else on earth. It’s just money, you can always make more; but your children are irreplaceable!!! If you feel the same way about your children, then Bryan Lee Ciyou is the representation that you want (need) in your corner. Bryan is hands down the APEX of complex litigation. All of his staff members are top tier talent as well, they actually saved me money by taking care of a lot of the paperwork and even drafting up some of the more advanced motions to file that staff at other firms might not be qualified to do. In my experience, the law offices of Ciyou and Dixon are a slam dunk!!! Thank you Bryan and staff, keep up the phenomenal work!!!!

Jeff
March 2, 2020

Ciyou & Dixon made our contract negotiation experience very pleasant. My wife and I had many questions and they addressed each of them, in detail. We felt protected and well educated. Thank you!

Becca
February 10, 2020

After seeking counsel of other attorneys I was referred to Mr. Ciyou and could not have been happier. He was able to see to it that things were handled with care. Often times in divorce or any family litigation emotions run high and Mr. Ciyou was able to navigate and guide me. He was able to shine light on issues that I had not even thought of or considered because of the emotional stuff. He also won my case and saw to it that my children were safe and well taken care of. I would recommend him and his team to any and everyone!

Steve
December 26, 2019

My case was going really bad with the local attorney I was using in Putnam county. I needed another attorney quickly to get a strong appeal sent to the appeals court. The team of Ciyou &Dixon took over this train wreck of a case. They not only got the appeal filed, they won my entire case. I now have custody of my son. In Indiana it’s extremely rare for the father to receive custody of the child in a divorce. I thank God for sending me to Ciyou & Dixon. I don’t believe that without them I would have custody. Thanks again Bryan and Julie for all your hard work!

Tracie
December 18, 2019

Bryan and the team at Ciyou & Dixon first handled my complex case on appeal.  He did a stellar job in orally arguing my case in the Indiana Court of Appeals and obtained a reversal of the trial court based on my First Amendment right to free speech.  Ultimately, he then represented me in the trial court and obtained custody for me as well.”

Chris C.
December 16, 2019

I was referred to Bryan Ciyou when I was facing divorce. My 4 kids were greatly in danger. I was losing everything and my biggest concern was getting custody of my kids and keeping them safe. I was afraid but I trusted Bryan Ciyou. He had foresight of things that I could not even imagine would happen. He predicted with accuracy how the divorce would unfold. At times, I felt so overwhelmed and wanted the nightmare to end. Bryan stood by me and encouraged me to finish when I had no more strength. Bryan fought for me and secured full custody of all 4 of my children. Yes, as a dad, I got sole custody of my kids when I thought it would be impossible. There have been times he has checked on me to make sure I was "okay" when I was out of state and trying to collect Child Support from my ex-wife. When my ex-wife tried to attack me with frivolous Protective Orders to "bully" me from pursuing Child Support, Bryan Ciyou stepped in, stepped up and kept me safe once again. Divorce is a horrible experience. You need to be protected by the best who cares. I have faith in Bryan Ciyou and his staff. Bryan is a good man who truly wants to protect innocent people. I was never treated as just a client or a paycheck. I was treated as a hurting father in need of protection. Bryan cared about me. Thank you, Bryan Ciyou! You made the difference in my case!

Matthew
December 16, 2019

I consulted with Ciyou and Dixon on an issue that noone else seemed to have the answer to. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking legal counsel.

anonymous
December 12, 2019

Bryan Ciyou handled a highly contentious and complicated personal matter. He solved my problem and ensured there were no further problems. Bryan Ciyou's performance and results places him in a very elite league and I would recommend Bryan Ciyou to get results in any situation.

anonymous
December 9, 2019

Bryan, Alex and his team are knowledgeable and very detailed. They gave me several different options and approaches to consider and allowed me to participate in the path that best matched the outcome I desired. From start to finish, my interaction with Bryan and his team was exceptional. I highly recommend Bryan, Alex and the entire team at Ciyou & Dixon. If I'm in need of legal service again, I will call them first.

Dave
July 6, 2017

I was facing criminal charges in Northwest Indiana and the Indiana State Police suspended my License to carry a hand gun. Attorney Ciyou went to bat for me in Indianapolis and got the ISP to reinstate my license to carry. I am very grateful to him for this. If you have any firearm related crimes or problems with your hand gun license then Bryan Ciyou is the Attorney to hire!

Carl
April 30, 2020

I used Bryan Ciyou back in 2016-17 for my VERY complex and rather disturbing divorce case. He swiftly took my family’s grim situation to an emergency custody hearing and I had my daughter in my custody two hours after the judge gave her ruling! Bryan is quite in tune with the ever changing and growingly confusing rule of law and is a master of codification. He made detailed notes at consultation and also as things progressed. He thoroughly does his homework, gives accurate and wise advice in real time as new issues arise, is very professional, formulates a comprehensive strategy and “goes for the throat”. I was VERY weary of hiring the wrong lawyer when I began my search for representation because of all the horror stories online and everywhere else. I had actually wasted money having multiple consultations before meeting with Bryan. Before I hired Bryan, I had trouble sleeping at night. I hired Bryan on the spot after my consultation and could finally get a good nights rest. He is not cheap by any means but the VALUE he brings to your litigation is insurmountable. I’d rather have my daughter than anything else on earth. It’s just money, you can always make more; but your children are irreplaceable!!! If you feel the same way about your children, then Bryan Lee Ciyou is the representation that you want (need) in your corner. Bryan is hands down the APEX of complex litigation. All of his staff members are top tier talent as well, they actually saved me money by taking care of a lot of the paperwork and even drafting up some of the more advanced motions to file that staff at other firms might not be qualified to do. In my experience, the law offices of Ciyou and Dixon are a slam dunk!!! Thank you Bryan and staff, keep up the phenomenal work!!!!

Jeff
March 2, 2020

Ciyou & Dixon made our contract negotiation experience very pleasant. My wife and I had many questions and they addressed each of them, in detail. We felt protected and well educated. Thank you!

Becca
February 10, 2020

After seeking counsel of other attorneys I was referred to Mr. Ciyou and could not have been happier. He was able to see to it that things were handled with care. Often times in divorce or any family litigation emotions run high and Mr. Ciyou was able to navigate and guide me. He was able to shine light on issues that I had not even thought of or considered because of the emotional stuff. He also won my case and saw to it that my children were safe and well taken care of. I would recommend him and his team to any and everyone!

Steve
December 26, 2019

My case was going really bad with the local attorney I was using in Putnam county. I needed another attorney quickly to get a strong appeal sent to the appeals court. The team of Ciyou &Dixon took over this train wreck of a case. They not only got the appeal filed, they won my entire case. I now have custody of my son. In Indiana it’s extremely rare for the father to receive custody of the child in a divorce. I thank God for sending me to Ciyou & Dixon. I don’t believe that without them I would have custody. Thanks again Bryan and Julie for all your hard work!

Tracie
December 18, 2019

Bryan and the team at Ciyou & Dixon first handled my complex case on appeal.  He did a stellar job in orally arguing my case in the Indiana Court of Appeals and obtained a reversal of the trial court based on my First Amendment right to free speech.  Ultimately, he then represented me in the trial court and obtained custody for me as well.”

Chris C.
December 16, 2019

I was referred to Bryan Ciyou when I was facing divorce. My 4 kids were greatly in danger. I was losing everything and my biggest concern was getting custody of my kids and keeping them safe. I was afraid but I trusted Bryan Ciyou. He had foresight of things that I could not even imagine would happen. He predicted with accuracy how the divorce would unfold. At times, I felt so overwhelmed and wanted the nightmare to end. Bryan stood by me and encouraged me to finish when I had no more strength. Bryan fought for me and secured full custody of all 4 of my children. Yes, as a dad, I got sole custody of my kids when I thought it would be impossible. There have been times he has checked on me to make sure I was "okay" when I was out of state and trying to collect Child Support from my ex-wife. When my ex-wife tried to attack me with frivolous Protective Orders to "bully" me from pursuing Child Support, Bryan Ciyou stepped in, stepped up and kept me safe once again. Divorce is a horrible experience. You need to be protected by the best who cares. I have faith in Bryan Ciyou and his staff. Bryan is a good man who truly wants to protect innocent people. I was never treated as just a client or a paycheck. I was treated as a hurting father in need of protection. Bryan cared about me. Thank you, Bryan Ciyou! You made the difference in my case!

Matthew
December 16, 2019

I consulted with Ciyou and Dixon on an issue that noone else seemed to have the answer to. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking legal counsel.

anonymous
December 12, 2019

Bryan Ciyou handled a highly contentious and complicated personal matter. He solved my problem and ensured there were no further problems. Bryan Ciyou's performance and results places him in a very elite league and I would recommend Bryan Ciyou to get results in any situation.

anonymous
December 9, 2019

Bryan, Alex and his team are knowledgeable and very detailed. They gave me several different options and approaches to consider and allowed me to participate in the path that best matched the outcome I desired. From start to finish, my interaction with Bryan and his team was exceptional. I highly recommend Bryan, Alex and the entire team at Ciyou & Dixon. If I'm in need of legal service again, I will call them first.

Dave
July 6, 2017

I was facing criminal charges in Northwest Indiana and the Indiana State Police suspended my License to carry a hand gun. Attorney Ciyou went to bat for me in Indianapolis and got the ISP to reinstate my license to carry. I am very grateful to him for this. If you have any firearm related crimes or problems with your hand gun license then Bryan Ciyou is the Attorney to hire!