Trail Creek Criminal Lawyers

Donald J. Schmid is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and practices in the areas of criminal defense, civil litigation, internal investigations, and regulatory compliance. He served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice in the Northern District of Indiana for more than 21 years from 1994 to May 2016. As an award-winning federal prosecutor, he won more than 75 jury trials in the United States District Court. He was Chief of the South Bend Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office from 2002 to 2004.

Prior to becoming an Assistant U.S. Attorney, Mr. Schmid...

I am a criminal defense attorney at Stracci Law Group, where I serve clients across Northwest Indiana. My educational background includes degrees from Wabash College and Indiana University McKinney School of Law. I am actively involved in several legal associations, including the Lake County Bar Association, Porter County Bar Association, National College for DUI Defense, Indiana State Bar Association, and Indiana Public Defender Council. My practice covers a wide range of criminal cases, in addition to handling expungements and restoration of gun rights cases.

Cassandra graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law, with honors, in 2003. Cassandra understands the needs of working families, as she attended Purdue North Central and Valpo Law School full time while also working her part-time job in a hospital laboratory and raising two young children with her husband, Ken. She began her legal career in her late 30's, so that she brings life experience as well as her legal knowledge to the table when helping her clients. Cassandra has worked primarily out of her Knox, IN, office since 2003, although she regularly travels to courts in counties...

Highly experienced in Criminal Law. Attorney Derla R. Gross has been practicing for more than 28 years. Of those years, she was a Felony Prosecutor and Felony Trial Supervisor in the Lake county Prosecutor’s Office for over 14 years. For the last 14 years, Attorney Gross has provided representation in matters of serious criminal defense, traffic matters, license suspensions, drug offenses, family law and accident/injury law. Her years of experience have given her the insight and knowledge required in order to provide reliable and effective representation. In matters of Family Law, such as divorce, legal...

I HAVE BEEN A LAKE COUNTY INDIANA PUBLIC DEFENDER SINCE 1996. MY PRIVATE PRACTICE IS WITH CIPRIANO RODRIGUEZ III AND MARK CHARGUALF. I THINK THAT WE MAKE A GOOD LITIGATION TEAM!!!

Mr. Woodward concentrates his practice on defending individuals charged with crimes in state and federal courts. He has represented criminal defendants for 24 years, both privately and as court-appointed counsel. Presently, Mr. Woodward is a panel attorney for the Federal Defender’s office representing federal defendants in such matters as drug crimes, conspiracies, felon-in-possession of a firearm, immigration violations, bank robberies, and other federal charges. He also represents private clients charged with federal charges, including white collar crimes. On the state level, Mr. Woodward represents private clients charged with all levels of felony or misdemeanor. He is also a member of...

My office is located in Crown Point, Indiana, and is conveniently close to the Lake County Government Center as well as the city courts located in Crown Point and Merrillville. I am concentrating my practice in the areas of criminal defense, traffic offenses, DUIs, Family Law, and Personal Injury. I will be happy to meet with you to discuss your legal matter. I am available to schedule your appointment at your convenience.

I was born and raised in Plymouth, IN. I am a graduate from LaVille High School in 2009. Following that, in 2016 I received a B.S. in Business Administration. Then receiving a full tuition scholarship to attend Valparaiso University School of Law. During law school, I had an internship with the LaPorte County Prosecutors Office. I graduated in 2019 with a Juris Doctorate Degree. I am admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana. I have four children with my husband, Adam. As a family we enjoy camping, walking, and family movie nights on the couch.

For the last 18 years of being an attorney I have been interested in a vast array of legal experience in pursuing personal injury cases on behalf of my clients as well as defending clients charged with criminal offenses.  In all, I have had 9,000 appearances with local courts in Northwest Indiana consisting trials, hearings, status conferences and initial hearing.  In addition to my litigation duties as an attorney, I also have taught over ten years for a local university in the areas of public policy/political science, business law, business ethics, labor law  and criminal justice for graduate and undergraduate...

I have a state-wide law practice representing people (NOT government or insurance companies) throughout Indiana. I practice in the areas of personal injury accidents, wrongful death, DUI/Drunk Driving, and criminal defense. I offer a FREE initial consultation. All personal injury and wrongful death cases are handled on a contingency fee basis (NO FEE unless you win; percentage taken from the recovery) and reasonable fees for all DUI/criminal cases including payment plans. For more information, please call my office at (574) 753-3300, visit my website at www.barrettlaw-office.com, or send me an e-mail at matt.barrett@barrettlaw-office.com. I look forward...

What is the most important attribute in a Criminal Defense Attorney? Aggressive Advocacy. An attorney who isn’t afraid to stand up for you and your rights, no matter how long it takes! Attorney Bauer is your Aggressive Advocate. Joe started his career in the prosecutor’s office and participated in four jury trials and countless bench trials in the counties of Porter, Tippecanoe, and Berrien, MI, securing convictions on misdemeanors and low-level felonies. Understanding the prosecutorial process only broadens Attorney Bauers’ knowledge of the Due Process and helps him in negotiating your case for the best possible route. After gaining experience from...

After working for over 11 years in the court system as a juvenile probation officer, I have witnessed and been a part of many aspects of the court system. The courts and the laws have the ability to protect its citizens who plan well and prepare for their future and the future of their family. I am here to assist you in preparing for the future of your family through estate planning, child custody, adoption, family law, and criminal defense.

Jim Hanson has a diverse background that provides him with context to find solutions to complex challenges. Jim has significant experience with Criminal Law and Family Law as well as both legal and practical experience with Business Law, Real Estate, Probate and General Civil Litigation. Jim served as a Korean linguist with the United States Army. This experience allows Jim to more easily navigate cultural and language barriers when resolving legal issues.

Gregory A. Cranston represents clients (adults and children) who have been charged with a crime or who are under investigation. Greg has represented clients throughout many counties within Indiana in cases involving serious felonies, misdemeanors and driving related matters. He has also represented clients in family law cases, landlord and tenant issues, civil lawsuits, and personal injury.

Cranston Law Can:

Help you understand the charges against you

Learn the potential range of outcomes for people in situations like yours

Provide general expectations for outcomes based on experience

Help navigate you through the system

Mount a strong defense on your behalf

Make sure your rights are protected every...

Matt Chapel is a Trial Lawyer based out of Fort Wayne, Indiana. He is a National Institute for Trial Advocacy Master Advocate and studied under Gerry Spence. Practicing criminal defense in Fort Wayne, Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio, Matt brings 23 years of experience to every case. Matt is a former U.S. Marine. Why is this significant? Because Matt brings his fighting spirit to every case - including yours.

Gregory L. Fumarolo graduated from Indiana University School of Business in 1975 and Indiana University School of Law (Indianapolis) in 1978. His legal career began in 1978 as an Allen Superior Court Law Clerk. Fumarolo was Chief Deputy Prosecutor of Allen County from 1983 to 1986, but the vast majority of his career has been in the criminal defense arena either via private practice or as a public defender, primarily in Allen County.

His practice has included death penalty litigation, appellate practice, trial practice and as court appointed lawyer in CHINS and TPR cases. Mr. Fumarolo’s career as a public defender...

Dr. John Marlow Starbuck is the founder and owner of the Starbuck Law Firm. Starbuck holds numerous degrees including a B.A. from Indiana University Indianapolis, an M.A. from Penn State, a Ph.D. from Penn State, and a J.D. from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Prior to beginning his legal career as an attorney, Starbuck was a researcher at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, a lecturer at Indiana University Northwest, and a professor at the University of Central Florida. Before starting the Starbuck Law Firm, Starbuck worked as a prosecutor and focused on child support, juvenile delinquency,...

Injured? Arrested? Get Justice. For over 22 years Susannah Hall-Justice has been helping the people of Lafayette IN with their personal injury, car accidents, criminal defense, wrongful death, slip and fall and expungement cases. Call Hall-Justice law firm for a free case evaluation. We will fight to give you the personal justice you deserve and help you get your life back in order.

Providing no-nonsense legal representation at a reasonable price for more than 25 years.

Serious criminal defense. Significant Jury Trial Experience.

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