Gary Lawyers

Born to immigrant parents from Barbados, Attorney Justin Brathwaite was the first Generation-American member of his family. Born in Brooklyn, New York, raised in Orlando, Florida, Attorney Brathwaite found his desire to help the community around him. This desire took him to attend college at Florida A&M University, one of the most prestigious Historically Black Universities in America. He would obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, learning the quintessentials of financial management. Subsequently, Attorney Brathwaite would attend law school at Florida A&M University, College of Law in Orlando, FL. He would study such classes like Contract Law, Wills Law,...

Roseann's passion has always been working in the field of law. She began her career at the largest law firm in Northwest Indiana and within six months followed her desire to begin her own law firm. Roseann Ivanovich has been the lead defense attorney on countless jury trials. These were felony cases that consisted of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Dealing in a Controlled Substance, Neglect of a Dependent, Robbery, Possession of Cocaine, Felony Theft, and Murder. Also included were misdemeanor cases: Driving While Intoxicated, Battery, Battery on Law Enforcement, Domestic Battery, Theft and Traffic Citations. ...

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!!!

¡Yo hablo español! I was elected Lake County Sheriff in 2002 and I took my oath of office on January 1, 2003. I was the only elected Sheriff of Lake County with a Juris Doctorate and only one of seven nationwide. My experience in law enforcement first as an Indiana State Trooper, Public Defender, and Deputy Prosecutor prepared me well for the challenges and duties of a Sheriff. At the Indiana State Police Academy I was awarded the Donald Flint Award for being first in my class. My short stint as a steelworker at Inland Steel as an Apprentice Millwright equipped...

Our firm concentrates in personal injury cases of all types, medical malpractice, and wrongful death litigation. We concentrate our practice in Northwest Indiana.

Kurt L. Kazmierczak was born in 1976 in Elkhart, Indiana. After college, he moved to Indianapolis and became a financial advisor. In 2006, he and his family embarked on an adventure and moved to the Denver, Colorado area. After deciding to leave the financial business and go into the law (and after not striking it rich with his gold panning hobby), the family decided in 2012 to move back to Indiana where he attended Valparaiso University Law. After graduating, he and some friends from law school opened a law firm handling a wide area of law....

The purpose of injury law is to prevent accidents and injuries. When this purpose is not followed in our society, it is necessary that we move to a secondary purpose, which is to compensate the injured person for their losses. Another truth about injury law is that, “this is the one and only time you have to seek just compensation for your loss!” I make this statement to the jury in every case that goes to trial. If you have received an injury or lose due to the wrongful act of another, the hiring of an experienced and certified attorney...

Maen’s focus areas revolve around an empathetic approach to understanding his clients and focusing on meeting their goals in the best possible manner. Since Maen is the oldest of seven children, he has learned the necessity of patience and understanding. This allows him to truly relate to each client and provide specified planning to each individual client situation. Because of this, Maen has had the pleasure of working with a wide range of clients from all different backgrounds and understands that everyone has different needs. Maen’s goal is to satisfy every client’s desire in the best and most efficient manner...

Mr. Vinovich has been practicing law for over 30 years. He concentrates his practice primarily in medical malpractice, wrongful death and personal injury. He handles cases throughout the state of Indiana. He is inducted as a Fellow into the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers which is reserved for only 1% of lawyers who exhibit exceptional trial skills and advocacy for their clients. Mr. Vinovich has extensive experience in jury trials and mediations, having resolved thousands of cases for his clients. Mr. Vinovich has been very active in legal organizations, having served as President for Indiana State Bar Association and Lake...

Alexander (Alex) Passo is a trial lawyer that represents clients on a variety of matters with a concentration on: internal business disputes, emergency business litigation, breaches of contract, fraud and professional negligence. Alex has successfully resolved several cases where his clients have recovered over $1,000,000.00.

Alex is a problem solver. Akin to the most notable historical Alexander, he enjoys solving the 21st century’s version of the Gordian knot - complex business disputes. These types of legal controversies often contain a multitude of problems and he employs an analytical approach to solving them - first identifying his clients’ objectives and...

I have been practicing law for 28 years and am licensed in Indiana and Illinois. I am a people lawyer representing clients and helping them in their day to day legal needs throughout Indiana and Illinois. I also have clients across the country. I am a leading contributor each month to WWW. LAW GURU.COM where over 100,000 people have viewed my answers to various legal questions.

Presently I am assisting a number of victims who have suffered side effects from drug medications such as Avandia, Levaquin and Yaz. Sometimes that means suing the drug manufacturers, other times, the doctor...

Originally from a small town in eastern NC; I attended NCCU located in Durham, NC to be exposed to the diverse culture and gain a sense of unwavering pride of my African heritage. I received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. I began my career as a dispatcher for the NCCU PD. I remained faithful despite the 12 hour rotating swing shifts I until I was recruited as a sworn law enforcement officer with the NC Dept. of Public Safety as a Probation/Parole officer. After over 11 years of service, I realized that I was walking adjacent...

Walter F. Sandoval was born in Northwest Indiana and graduated from Portage High School in 1992. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in 1996. He obtained his law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 2002 and successfull passed the Indiana and Illinois bar examinations. Now, he worked at Hilbrich Law Firm. Hilbrich Law Firm represents those who have been injured by negligent drivers in traffic accidents, by negligent property owners in slip-and-fall cases, by using dangerous or defective consumer items, and anyone injured by negligence in virtually any accident scenario. We handle personal injury cases on...

Attorney David M. Wendlinger grew up in Schererville and graduated from Lake Central High School in 1994. He graduated from Northwood University in 1999 with a B.B.A. in International Business Management. He attended Valparaiso University School of Law and graduated in 2002. While in law school, David participated in the Mediation Clinic. Members of this clinic helped parties in small claims cases reach non-trial dispositions through mediation. David was admitted to the Illinois State Bar and the U.S. District for the Northern District of Illinois in 2002. He was then admitted to the Indiana State Bar in...

Handling Family Law Cases For Decades

Attorney Elizabeth Rizos Zougras is an experienced and skilled lawyer who relentlessly protects her clients' rights.

At the center of every family law issue is a family — not just a case or legal problem. At the our law firm, we focus our practice on providing sound legal advice and courtroom advocacy for clients throughout Northwest Indiana. With 28 years of experience, we are committed to providing the best possible representation and personalized attention you need to overcome the legal issues your family faces.

Family disputes and other legal problems can be difficult to talk about. We...

Edward J. Calderaro was born and grew up on the north side of Chicago. Mr. Calderaro moved to Indiana, married and began an eleven year career in law enforcement. Mr. Calderaro worked for the City of Gary and the Town of Dyer, as a police officer. While working full time, he pursued his education, graduating "with distinction" from Purdue University. Mr. Calderaro obtained a Bachelor Degree in Management, with a double major in Accounting and Finance. Mr. Calderaro left law enforcement after being accepted to Loyola Law School in Chicago. He received his Juris Doctorate degree and Certificate in Tax...

Brian was accepted to and attended the prestigious Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in 2016. The Trial Lawyers College was established by legendary trial lawyer Gerry Spence to train attorneys who represent the interests of people and not insurance companies, the government or large corporations.

Brian has handled federal and state court cases involving: commercial, rental, and employment contracts; trade secrets; torts including wrongful death, product liability, serious personal injury and malpractice; consumer fraud; federal criminal defense; class actions; employment discrimination; business disputes; construction disputes; fraudulent conveyances; judgment collection; and appeals of such matters including presentation of oral argument to appellate...

As your lawyer, I seek outcomes tailored to your individual needs and objectives. When I meet with you for the first time, I will listen carefully to your side of the story and thoroughly explain the legal process. Together, we will discuss all available options for a resolution. I provide trial representation when needed and always seek the best possible outcomes. Family disputes and other legal issues can be difficult to talk about. I strive to provide a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere in my office where you can feel free to talk openly and honestly. I will be equally open and...

Timothy O. Malloy, born in Joliet, Illinois, September 2, 1953; admitted to the Bar in 1981. Education: Marquette University 1975; Northern Illinois University School of Law, Juris Doctorate 1980. Associations: Indiana State Bar, American Bar, Lake County Bar, and the Indiana Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Malloy was appointed to the Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program by the Indiana Supreme Court in 2003. He is also a member of the Lake County Bar Association’s Board of Managers. He is also an active member of the Knights of Columbus, third degree and is the President of the St. John Evangelists...

I am Alex Dominguez and I provide the highest quality, most cost-efficient legal representation possible. I am an experienced trial lawyer representing clients in the areas of criminal defense litigation and personal injury. GUIDING YOU THROUGH THE LEGAL PROCESS IN INDIANA Many of my clients are unfamiliar with the legal process. I will thoroughly explain the legal procedures to you and guide you through this process. Based on my knowledge and experience with local jurisdictions, I will be able to help you anticipate the hurdles you are likely to face in your particular case. COURTROOM EXPERIENCE ...

I am Robert J. Varga, a criminal defense attorney who has served clients throughout northwest Indiana for more than 16 years. I have successfully represented clients in a wide range of cases which include traffic tickets, license suspensions, CDL and commercial driving matters and DUI/DWI/OWI. I also represent clients in all manner of misdemeanors and felony cases, including murder. I have also litigated personal injury matters throughout northern Indiana.

I represent people who've been injured because of the negligence of others. I have concentrated my practice in the field of personal injury litigation, including trucking accidents and litigation. My practice includes a variety of cases including auto negligence, premises liability, insurance coverage disputes, uninsured and underinsured claims against insurance claims, and wrongful death cases. I have tried more than 80 civil jury trials, and represented clients in Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. I received a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating.

It was in the U.S. Army that I learned the meaning of...

Following graduation from Purdue University Calumet with a Bachelors degree in Political Science and a Minor in Philosophy, I attended Valparaiso University School of Law and received a Juris Doctor degree. In 2004, I was admitted to the Supreme Court of the State of Indiana and the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern District of Indiana. After graduation, I went on to work in the City of Hammond Legal Aid Clinic, working as an associate attorney representing many clients of very little means in a variety of civil law matters. Through this, I was able to gain valuable...

Caleb practices primarily in the area of personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle collisions, slip and fall accidents, industrial accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability accidents, contractor liability and many more. Caleb’s hands-on experience in the construction trades uniquely qualifies him to effectively assist his clients in construction litigation and in assisting contractors with their business needs. Caleb also handles workman’s compensation and Social Security cases. Caleb has been in practice in Indiana since 2003 and Illinois since 2004. Caleb has been listed as a rising Star in 2013, 2014 and 2015 by Super Lawyers and Indianapolis Monthly magazines. Caleb has...

I and the other lawyers at Schlyer & Associates, Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases. Please feel free to visit our blog site at http://www.localbizblogs.com/schlyer-law

Voyle Glover has been a lawyer for over 30 years. He began his career as a trial lawyer in Federal Courts representing clients whose Civil Rights had been violated. Now, he does Wills & Trusts and other Estate planning, as well as Probate matters. He represents buyers and seller in real estate matters, including litigation, business law, personal injury and a variety of other legal issues.

Nicole A. Bennett is a partner and owner of Westland & Bennett P.C., with her husband, Dave. "I am honored to work every day alongside the smartest person I've ever known - even though he doesn't believe me" Nicole grew up on the west side of Lansing, Michigan, in the small town of Potterville, aka "Gizzard City." Nicole knew she wanted to be an attorney when she was 13. This goal led Nicole to Alma College in Alma, Michigan where she graduated cum laude in 1994, having earned her bachelor's degree in 3 years. Nicole then moved to NWI to attend Valparaiso...

Attorney Eduardo Fontanez was born and raised in Northwest Indiana.

Attorney Eduardo Fontanez handles many different types of legal matters throughout Northwest Indiana (ex: Crown Point, Merrillville, Whiting, East Chicago, Hammond, Griffith, Gary) and the surrounding counties.

The office is less than a mile away from the expressway which makes it convenient for clients.
I hope we can resolve any issue you may need. I and my staff, here at the Law Office of Eduardo Fontanez, are focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to exceed your expectations.

In 2013,2014, 2015 and 2016 Levy & Dubovich was named one of the Best Law Firms in U.S. News and World Report. Attorney Debra Lynch Dubovich is a Certified Family Law Specialist as certified by the Family Law Certification Board. Her practice focuses on family law and appellate cases.

I handle employment discrimination, social security disability, criminal, worker's compensation, civil rights and police misconduct cases, wills and estates and personal injury matters. I have been practicing law for 18 years.

Attorney Michael A. Campbell’s practice focuses primarily on the representation of criminal defendants through all phases of litigation which includes pre-trial, trial, and post conviction relief. Michael has been involved in several high-profile cases throughout his career. He has successfully argued before the Indiana Supreme Court and has been featured on CBS News Chicago. Michael believes that practicing law is a service oriented profession, which is why he places an emphasis on providing each of his clients with efficient and effective representation while also maintaining thorough communication.