Dugger DUI & DWI Lawyers

For over 30 years, I've represented people charged in state and federal court with misdemeanors, felonies and even tickets. I also help families when a loved one has been injured by the fault or negligence of others.

Our office prides itself on our willingness to communicate with our clients. Unfortunately, not all news is good news, but an informed client is usually a happy client. Whether it be personal injury, family law or criminal law, our office will strive to conclude your legal issue efficiently and with professionalism.

Matthew R. Effner (Matt) is the managing partner of Effner Law Firm. In 1996, Matt joined his father, Robert O. Effner, in the practice of law as an associate with Effner Law Firm and became a partner in 2000. He took over as managing partner in 2013. Matt is skilled at building strong cases and is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is experienced at handling issues both in and out of the courtroom. He is a former president of the Terre Haute Bar Association, and he received the Tribune Star Readers’ Choice Award for Best Lawyer in...

For over 25 years, Stark DUI Lawyers have become the name to know for effective criminal and DUI defense representation anywhere in Indiana.

We take great pride in being recognized by many attorneys in other fields of law as the Indiana Legal Defense Authority and have been consulted on criminal defense cases within every one of Indiana's ninety two county court jurisdictions.

We have been privileged to have been requested to represent good people in many career endeavors including other lawyers, police officers & professional athletes who have faced legal challenges throughout the state.

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Prior to starting my own practice, I served as a deputy prosecutor in Indianapolis in Noblesville. I spent time as a Homicide Prosecutor and a Division Chief. I have tried numerous jury trials with a very high success rate. I practice on behalf of clients in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury as well as other areas of litigation. I am a experienced and well polished trial lawyer. I enjoy helping my clients through their legal issues and help them reach a positive outcome.

Bradley Keffer represents clients in a wide array of legal matters. While Bradley’s primary focus is criminal law and criminal-related litigation, he oversees a 100% litigation-focused practice. As a result, Bradley has represented clients in both complex litigation and high-profile matters in both State and Federal courts. Moreover, Bradley has represented clients who have been targets of investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATFE), state and local law enforcement, the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office Grand Jury Division, the Office of the Indiana Secretary of State, the Office of the Indiana...

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At DeVries + Kelly Law Office, we provide "Large Firm Diversity and Small Firm Care." We can assist you in many of your legal needs while still giving you the one-on-one service that you desire as we work through the legal issues facing you. And, if we cannot assist you, we will refer you to firms that we believe will provide excellent representation for you.

Whether you have a moving violation, driver's license suspension problem, criminal charge, family law issues, or small estate planning need, then...

Adam Brower, a named Indiana Super Lawyer, is an experienced litigator having worked as a deputy prosecutor for Marion County, Indiana. He has tried over 150 criminal cases to completion ranging from simple misdemeanors to complex felonies. During his tenure, Adam spent time prosecuting misdemeanors, concentrating in a specialized litigation unit focused on OVWI/DUI prosecution, and prosecuting felonies. As a criminal defense attorney Adam represents clients with all levels of crimes, including minor crimes, to sex crimes, to drug crimes, to murder. Areas of practice: Professional Credentials: Indiana School of Law...

Attorney Hicks is a graduate of North Carolina Central University (B.A. Political Science) and Washington and Lee University School of Law (Juris Doctor). He founded B. Hicks Law with the goal of providing exceptional legal representation at affordable rates. Attorney Hicks has experience representing clients in cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Attorney Hicks is a member of several bar associations and professional organizations. B. Hicks Law PLLC is a criminal defense law firm founded by Attorney Brandon T. Hicks. The firm aims to provide high quality legal services at an affordable rate. At B. Hicks Law, clients are...

Indianapolis Criminal Defense and Family Law- Father's Rights Law Firm is led by two attorneys with over 30 years of combined experience. We are not a high volume law firm, and each case will get the attention it deserves. Your case will not be passed down to an associate attorney. Your case will have a secure online portal where you can see all of your documents, upload your own documents, make payments and send secure messages. We do not shy away from court hearings and depositions, and if negotiating a settlement or a plea is in your...

I was admitted to practice law throughout the state of Indiana in 1998. As a general practice lawyer, I have experience in both criminal and civil law. I practiced law for over 14 years and built a successful private practice before serving as a judicial officer in Marion County, Indiana for 3.5 years.   As a judicial officer, I was assigned to the Arrestee Processing Center (APC) and major felony drug court where I focused my efforts on problem solving and reducing recidivism through offender education efforts. Returning to private practice in October, 2016, I...

Adam was born in Zionsville, Indiana, and is a proud graduate of Zionsville High School. Adam attended Purdue University on a full academic merit scholarship, graduating in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Engineering. While at Purdue, Adam was president of the Beta Phi chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, and was named to the dean’s list seven times. In 2009, Adam graduated cum laude from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law, where he served as managing editor of the Federal Communications Law Journal. His note concerning network neutrality was published in the 2008 edition of...

After graduating from law school with honors, Mr. Avnet began practicing insurance defense litigation in Hamilton County, Indiana for several years. Next, Mr. Avnet practiced transportation law at the largest transportation law firm in the country, defending trucking companies in large loss negligence and wrongful death suits around the country. Prior to forming Avnet Law, Mr. Avnet returned to Hamilton County to practice personal injury law, family law, and criminal law.

Currently, Mr. Avnet regularly practices trial court litigation in state and federal courts. His practice is devoted to serving clients on a wide variety of legal issues, but concentrates his...

The Law Office of Nick Stein represents victims of serious personal injury and families of those who died because of motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, defective products or drugs, and slip-and-fall accidents. Although their main focus is helping injured clients, the firm also provides assistance in family law, expungements, driving offenses, and criminal law.

In his career, Nick has represented thousands of injured people. Of note, Nick conducted a successful oral argument before the Indiana Supreme Court in the case of Mayhue vs Sparkman, 653 N.E.2d 1384 (Ind. 1995), clarifying the law on the issue of "loss of chance." In addition...

Born in Subic Bay, Philippines on a United State Naval Base, Angela Field Trapp moved to South Bend, Indiana with her family in 1981. Angela attended Penn High School in Mishawaka, IN. Angela resides in Fishers, IN with her family.

Joel Hand is an experienced and widely respected litigator who knows that one of the keys to success is building strong relationships with his clients and providing a personal touch to legal representation. Joel forged his trial skills while working as a deputy prosecutor handling cases of the highest level of complexity including many homicides, drug crimes, robberies, burglaries and even a death penalty case. Joel was Indiana's 1st Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor where he was responsible for training prosecutors and police how to properly investigate and prosecute DUI/DWI/OWI and other traffic cases. Now Joel uses his vast experience to...

A former prosecutor committed to providing high quality legal representation.

Jacob T. Rigney is a founding partner at Rigney Law LLC. Jake graduated from Rushville Consolidated High School in Rushville, Indiana in 1996. He received a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Rhetoric in 2000 from Franklin College of Indiana. Jake started law school 3 days after graduating from college, receiving his J.D. from Indiana University in Bloomington in December of 2002, graduating early.

Jake began his legal career in the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, where he began as a misdemeanor deputy prosecutor, rising through the ranks to major felony...

Prior to founding Rigney Law, Kassi was a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for nearly 12 years, handling all types and levels of criminal offenses. Kassi’s primary focus was drug offenses, practicing in the Major Felony Drug Courts for 8 years. During this time, she trained both attorneys and police department personnel on the handling of drug crime cases and investigations, including the writing and lawful execution of narcotics and firearm-targeted search warrants. Kassi concluded her tenure at the MCPO handling civil litigation in the Civil Asset Forfeiture Division.

Ryan P. Dillon is a lifelong Hoosier and a resident of Johnson County since 2006. He grew up in rural Shelby County, where his family is actively involved in the agricultural community. He and his family currently reside in northern Johnson County. From an early age, Ryan has been involved with the Boy Scouts of America, earning the Eagle Scout Award in 2001. Ryan recently was recognized for twenty years of tenure in the organization, and currently serves as an Assistant Scoutmaster, a council volunteer, and the Vice President of the Firecrafter Alumni Association. Prior to attending law...

Lifelong resident of Southwest Indiana and a graduate of Purdue University and Indiana University School of Law.

Lead counsel in over 1500 cases with primary focus on Criminal law.

Extensive experience helping small businesses fight against government regulations and fines

Has obtained published opinions at the Indiana Court of Appeals

An FAA licensed pilot and avid hiker.

My professional philosophy is pretty simple: I do my absolute best to protect my clients’ constitutional and procedural rights. Our Constitution protects EVERYONE - including (and especially) those accused of criminal activity. I also strive to promptly and frequently communicate with my clients. Communication, after all, is critical to working on a criminal case effectively. We all deserve “justice” - fairness - in our legal system. Criminal defense attorneys play an essential role in achieving justice for the accused. As a former (retired) FBI Special Agent, I have spent my entire adult life protecting the rights of others - including...

At Hayes Law Office, we are trained in litigation, offering aggressive and cost-effective legal representation. Led by trial attorney Philip Hayes, we are committed to securing the best possible result for every client. Whether your facing drug charges, a traffic violation, or need an expungement, we understand all aspects of criminal defense. We make it our sole purpose to see that your interests are protected and we pursue every legal option available. Hayes Law will work hard to negotiate a fair resolution to your case without the need for a long and costly court battle. We will...

Top notch criminal, traffic, forfeiture, expungement, lawyer with over 10 years experience. Former prosecutor who graduated top 1% of law school class. Call me 317-281-3512 for free consultation.

My name is Jesse K. Sanchez. I am a trial lawyer, an advisor, and a protector for my clients. I am also a husband and a father.

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I have been practicing law since May of 2007, in both criminal defense and civil litigation. In the criminal realm, I have represented clients at all phases of the criminal complaint process. From the initial hearing, to the bond review, to the suppression to the jury trial, I have succeeded in resolving hundreds of criminal cases before trial courts in Indiana.

In the civil realm, I have represented...

I'm a former Public Defender and Prosecutor in Indianapolis, IN. I have experience on both sides of the court room and have good knowledge of what issues and challenges prosecutors face. This gives me a unique perspective when handling your case. I've worked on both misdemeanors and major felonies. I promise to give honest advice, even if that sometimes means bad news. I can assure you, along with the other attorneys at Banks & Brower that we will work hard to provide the best achievable resolution to your case.

I was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, attending Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, where I majored in Political Science and graduated with honors.

While attending law school, I was actively involved with the Moot Court Board, serving as the Moot Court Board Chairman. I received several awards in law school, including the prestigious Leadership Achievement Award, the Frank Harper Achievement Award, and the Moot Court Board Chairman Awards.

After graduating law school, I was a certified legal intern with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, in the Narcotics Division, until I became a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in 2009. ...

Attorney K. Aaron Heifner is a skilled criminal defense, family law, and personal injury attorney. He is the founder of Heifner Law Inc., where he assists clients with a broad range of legal issues, including DUI/OWI defense, probation violations, domestic violence charges, divorce, child custody and support, car accidents, and more. Attorney Heifner has developed a reputation as an aggressive advocate for parents and defendants, as well as those injured due to the negligence of another person, company, or entity. With every case he takes on, Attorney Heifner strives to provide his clients with personalized, one-on-one attention and open communication....

Julie Chambers graduated with honors from The University of Toledo College of Law in 2007, and she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor in 2003. Julie focuses her practice on criminal and traffic law, representing individuals throughout Central Indiana. She has significant trial experience and has worked in a variety of areas of law. In 2008, Julie accepted a position with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office in Indianapolis as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, handling misdemeanors and felonies. During her time as a Deputy Prosecutor, Julie served...

I am Attorney Eric Blankenship of Blankenship Law, LLC and Indiana is my home. For over 19 years I have served as a representative and counsel for Hoosiers who face life changing legal matters. In my experience, I have come to understand just how much zealousness is necessary for success in criminal defense and family law cases. Whether my clients need aggressive representation in a divorce trial, or someone to help defend their rights when facing a criminal charge, I work hard to make sure their voices are heard. I also offer resources to individuals who are suffering with a personal...

Jonathan D. Harwell, owner and founder of Harwell Legal Counsel, grew up in Ohio before moving to Indiana in high school. Harwell attended Ball State University, where he majored in legal studies and graduated cum laude. He was also a member of the Legal Studies Honor Society before continuing his education at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. He graduated with the CALI Excellence for the Future Award and Gold Level Pro Bono recognition before beginning his career.Harwell, a member of the Indiana Bar Association, has dedicated himself to serving the legal needs of Indiana’s residents. He...