George Guido
Managing Partner
Determined. Generous. Relentless.
Since 2010, George Guido has built a distinguished career in family law, guiding clients through some of life’s most personal and high-stakes challenges. His practice includes divorce, child custody and parenting time disputes, paternity actions, child support modifications, adoptions, guardianships, and grandparent visitation matters.
George holds a B.S. in Psychology from Indiana University, where he also studied Business and Philosophy, and earned his J.D. from the Thomas M. Cooley School of Law. He is licensed to practice law in both Indiana and Georgia, bringing a regional perspective to domestic relations matters and a client-first approach to every case.
What drives George isn’t just the legal work—it’s the people. He thrives on the human connection at the core of family law and is deeply committed to helping clients achieve stability, clarity, and peace of mind. His perspective on litigation is grounded in balance and integrity:
“People often make the mistake in believing domestic relations litigation is a matter of ‘Us’ versus ‘Them’, and fail to consider that ‘winning’ often comes at another expense—oftentimes, a child or financial stability.”
George believes a positive outcome should protect both children’s well-being and the long-term financial independence of his clients. His approach is strategic, compassionate, and informed by years of practical experience and philosophical grounding.
Outside of the courtroom, George is passionate about the growth and future of his firm, investing daily in its expansion and community impact. He is a member of the Allen County Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association, the Georgia Bar Association, and past member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC).
When he’s not advocating for clients, George is with his wife and children, likely exploring new destinations, gardening cooking, or training. A CrossFit enthusiast and endurance athlete, George lives by the same philosophy he brings to his work: We are capable of achieving anything we set our minds to.
Brian E. Stier
Of Counsel Attorney
Honest. Forthright. Fair.
Brian has practiced law, primarily family law, since being admitted in Indiana in 1985. From January 1, 1987, until December 31, 2021, he ran his own firm, Stier Family Law. Now retired from practicing family law, Brian focuses solely on family law mediation. As an of counsel attorney at the firm, Brian also serves as a mentor and coach for the staff and attorneys. He looks forward to the potential growth of the firm, and its capacity to do good for so many people truly in need of legal guidance and strong advocacy.
Born in Fort Wayne, Brian has lived here his entire life, except while pursuing his JD at Thomas Cooley Law School, in Lansing, Michigan. He received his undergraduate degree in business administration/marketing from Indiana University at IPFW. His favorite class as an undergraduate was anthropology, but it was a class in business law that set the trajectory for his career in law. After his many years as a lawyer, two things still bring him to work every day. The first is working with genuine, capable professionals. The second is his drive to mediate and settle disputes between parties, not just for their sake, but for the benefit of their children.
Brian does not have any children but helped raise the children of his partner, Lynn, a teacher with Fort Wayne Community Schools. He now enjoys being a grandfather to four beautiful, wonderful girls. Brian is the past chair of the Allen County Democratic party (1995-2001), and currently serves on the board of the Mike Downs Center for Indiana Government. He loves spending time with his dog, Bentley, traveling, and planning trips. His favorite destination is Michigan, especially Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Mackinac Island.
Ben Weber
Associate Attorney
Compassionate. Strategic. Resilient.
Ben joined the firm in 2025. He graduated from the Maurer School of Law in May of 2024, and, before law school, attended Purdue University where he earned a B.A. in Philosophy. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Ben is eager to enter the legal community in his hometown and develop his understanding of Indiana family law.
Ben’s interested in Family Law stems from his desire to help his fellow Hoosiers when the law presents them with life altering circumstances. What drove him to be an attorney is his aspiration to defend the rights of individuals accused of crimes. Ben has become similarly driven to fight for the rights of individuals facing divorces, custody battles, paternity disputes, especially the rights of children involved in those situations.
When not at work, Ben enjoys hitting the gym, practicing piano, listening to jazz music, watching great movies, and spending time with his friends and family.
Shelly Howell
Paralegal
Loyal. Compassionate. Persistent.
As a paralegal, Shelly brings to the firm years of experience in all aspects of the family law practice. She began her legal career with Stier Family Law in 1990, and integrated into Guido Law Office in January of 2022.
Shelly was born in Paulding, Ohio, and has lived most of her life in the Antwerp, Ohio area. A graduate of Antwerp Local Schools, she received a certificate in administrative/business sciences from International Business College. She still enjoys the opportunity to learn more about technology, having seen many changes in the practice of law. Shelly enjoys coming to the office to work with the team in the family law area and build the camaraderie that is needed to serve the firm’s clients. She likes the challenge of helping clients maneuver what most likely is one of the most difficult situations they will face in life.
Shelly has two, grown children, and is a proud grandmother of five. She enjoys painting (when the mood strikes), binge watching HGTV, and crime documentaries. She is an avid college football fan, especially The Ohio State Buckeyes. She also enjoys crime documentaries. Along with her husband, she spends time fishing, camping, and tending their salsa garden during spring, summer, and early fall. During the winter months, they enjoy trips to Michigan for snowmobiling.
Allison Brown
Paralegal
Honest. Energetic. Motivated.
Allison has worked at the firm since 1999 when she started working with Daniel M. Graly. Her responsibilities include: case management, client interaction, hearing preparation, preparation of pleadings, discovery, and correspondence relating to dissolution, post-dissolution, and paternities.
Allison is originally from Fort Wayne and has lived in the Churubusco-Columbia City area most of her life. She graduated from Churubusco High School and University of Northwestern Ohio before returning to Fort Wayne to work as a paralegal in the family law area. She has over 20 years of experience working with many esteemed family law practitioners. Allison has always had an interest in law, and law classes were her favorite college courses as she found them to be the most interesting.
Knowing she can make a positive impact on clients’ lives and helping them when they need it most brings Allison back to the office every day (along with Pint & Slice pizza). She is excited about growing her friendships within the office and positively impacting as many lives as possible moving forward.
When she’s not in the office, Allison and her husband are busy with their three boys. She is an avid runner and prefers running ultra-marathons.
Matthew Robinson
Business Manager
Ambitious. Adventurous. Articulate.
Matthew joined the firm in 2019. As the Business Manager, his responsibilities vary from human resources management, financial management, information systems management, marketing and client development, and general administrative duties.
Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, he moved to Fort Wayne in 2015. He pursued his undergraduate degree , in pre-law, at Indiana Institute of Technology. He then went on to earn his Master of Science in Organizational Leadership at Purdue Fort Wayne.
“I love working in a field that is ever-changing and fluid, every day is different, and provides an opportunity to build a new relationship and help navigate a client through unchartered waters. Family law can be a very emotionally, physically, and financially taxing. Our team strives to support our clients through these difficult periods and help them transition into a new chapter of their lives.”
Away from the office Matthew and his wife enjoying spending time with their friends, family, and fur baby Kia, making the most of all Fort Wayne has to offer. You can find him at the gym, on the soccer field, golf course, or JK O’Donnell’s. Whatever the weather permits!
Ashley McMaken
Legal Assistant
Jovial. Empathetic. Reliable
Ashley joined our firm in July 2024. As a Legal Assistant/Receptionist, Ashley plays a vital role in the daily operations of our firm. Her responsibilities include managing and directing incoming calls and visitors with professionalism and courtesy, assisting attorneys with case preparation, and handling administrative tasks.
Originally from Angola, IN, where she grew up on the shores of Lake James, Ashley recently made the move back to the Fort Wayne area after spending 12 years in North Carolina. She holds a background in Software Development from NC State University, which led her to an unexpected yet fulfilling career in a law firm, where she discovered a passion for helping others through challenging times. With a deep commitment to her work, Ashley aspires to grow within the firm and eventually transition into a paralegal role.
Now settled in Fort Wayne with her husband, two daughters, and two dogs, Ashley continues to blend her technical expertise with her commitment to service. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys cooking (trying to at least), exploring local wineries and breweries, and cherishing moments with her friends and family. In her downtime, you can find her catching up on whatever trash reality television show is currently on or diving into a true crime documentary whilst enjoying a glass of wine.
