Pulaski County Lawyers

Lolita Smith, Esq. is a dedicated and accomplished trademark attorney with a robust background in criminal justice and business law. She graduated from Indiana University in 2007 with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, where she developed a strong foundation in legal principles and a passion for justice. In pursuit of her legal career, Lolita attended Florida Coastal School of Law, graduating in 2018 with a specialization in Business and Entrepreneurship. Her education equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the legal intricacies involved in the business world, making her a versatile and knowledgeable attorney. For the past four years, Lolita has...

Robert J. Boughter, the founder of Boughter Sinak, LLC, dedicates his life to the representation of people seriously injured or killed in accidents and on the job. He is known as “The Fighter” because of his aggressive and straightforward approach to representing his clients in and out of court. Mr. Boughter prides himself on being honest, tenacious and loyal. He has a vast range of experience, having successfully prosecuted almost every type of injury or death case imaginable – from trucking accidents to chemical explosions. Mr. Boughter was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania. He received his undergraduate degrees in criminology...

Katy Wrona is an estate planning lawyer serving Northern Indiana, including South Bend, Mishawaka, Granger, Elkhart, Goshen and surrounding areas, as well as Northwestern Ohio, including Bowling Green, Perrysburg, Toledo, Maumee, Grand Rapids and surrounding areas. Services include drafting of wills, living wills, trust documents, powers of attorney and real estate deeds. A native of Bowling Green, Ohio, Katy has lived in the South Bend area since 2002. Katy and her husband Brian reside with their family in Granger, Indiana.

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...

Tamara is a 1986 graduate of the University of Notre Dame Law School and a partner in the law practice of Banik & Renner in Elkhart Indiana. Her practice focuses on Employment Discrimination, Bankruptcy (personal and business) and Social Security Disability. She has successfully represented employees in employment related matters involving major corporations such as Coca-Cola, Forrest River, Pharmacia-Upjohn, Memorial Hospital, Elkhart General Hospital, Teacher's Credit Union, and other national businesses as well as other Elkhart and South Bend Indiana businesses. The most successful representation occurs when an employee seeks guidance prior to being discharged! It is important...

I'm a criminal defense attorney who believes everyone deserves a second chance. At Baber & Baber, P.C., we help people across Indiana take back control of their lives through statewide expungement and criminal defense services in Whitley County, Kosciusko County, Huntington County, and Noble County. Whether you're looking to clear your criminal record, restore your gun rights, or fight a current charge, our job is to guide you through it with clarity and confidence. As a former public defender, I’ve handled everything from misdemeanors to serious felonies, and have a lot of trial experience. Today, we work with clients in Indiana, offering: ...

Katherine Sheets is engaged in the general practice of law, with emphasis on civil litigation matters. Ms. Sheets graduated summa cum laude from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in May 2018 and also earned a Graduate Certificate in Advocacy Skills. During law school, Ms. Sheets was named to the Moot Court Society Order of the Barristers in the fall of 2016, served on the Moot Court Board as the Associate Justice for Scorekeeping, was an associate member of the Indiana International and Comparative Law Review, and advised first-year students through the Dean’s Tutorial Society. In addition,...

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.

Phil Truitt joined Truitt Law Offices in 2018 after he earned his J.D. from Ohio Northern University Ohio Northern Pettit College of Law. However, his association with the law firm dates all the way back to childhood. His father, Richard, established the firm over 40 years ago.

Growing up, Phil would spend a great deal of time at the firm’s offices. He began working for the law firm in high school and handled client intake and management roles throughout law school.

Today, Phil combines the practice of law with a role as administrator of the firm’s three offices in Indiana. Those duties...

My name is Kevin Kelly, and I am a lawyer. I have spent my entire career in the arena of criminal law. It is my desire to use my experience to help others who find themselves involved in the criminal justice system and need someone to help guide them through this difficult time. I am a lifelong resident of Fishers, Indiana. I graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School before attending and earning my undergraduate degree from Indiana University. After college I spent a year at Speedway Jr. & Sr. High School, coaching Football, Wrestling and Track. ...

Philip D. Sever, Esq. is one of the founding partners of Sever Storey and has been helping individuals, families, and businesses as an attorney since 1996. Mr. Sever has a wide range of experience representing landowners. He has provided advice to landowners (both residential and business) in hundreds of large and small condemnations in both Indiana and Ohio. Using this experience, Mr. Sever focuses on practical solutions for his clients and holding condemning authorities accountable. As the author of numerous articles and videos on eminent domain and condemnation he has taken the lead in educating landowners and attorneys about the...

I am a graduate of Valparaiso University School of Law, a member of the National Lawyers’ Guild, and a private practice attorney representing clients in Indiana State and Federal Courts concentrating in Personal Injury Practice, General Civil Litigation and Family Law.

Dave Joley is a Fort Wayne native, graduating from Bishop Dwenger High School in 1996. He is admitted to practice law in the Federal Districts of Northern and Southern Indiana, as well as the State of Indiana. His practice areas include Worker’s Compensation, Personal Injury, and Family Law, with a concentration in Criminal Defense.

Mr. Joley is a previous member of the National College for DUI Defense, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, NORML, past member of Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, American Inns of Court, Benjamin Harrison Chapter, as...

Zach has accumulated nearly two decades of experience assisting clients in elder law, estate planning, and probate & trust administration. My work involves helping individuals and families with asset protection, Medicaid eligibility, and planning for long-term care. Additionally, I aid clients in creating wills and trusts, appointing health care representatives, and establishing powers of attorney. My services also extend to IRA and retirement planning, as well as addressing general business matters.

Our firm represents small businesses and families in a wide variety of areas. Some of our main practice areas are litigation, estate planning, general corporate, real estate, probate/will disputes, elder law, and family law.

I am passionate about solving legal problems and helping clients get the outcomes they want.

Matt handles a wide variety of civil litigation, with a special focus on employment disputes. He has significant experience defending discrimination and retaliation lawsuits in state and federal courts. He also regularly handles wage claims, including class actions and collective actions, and advises individuals and employers regarding non-compete issues.

Beyond his employment practice, Matt helps clients resolve all types of other disputes. Representative areas of practice include will contests and estate litigation, insurance coverage, tort claims, business disputes and appeals.

Matt also regularly assists out-of-state attorneys as local counsel in Allen County and statewide.

Matt has been named to the...

Jayson R. Gilbert is the founder and lead attorney at Gilbert Legal Services LLC. He practices primarily in the areas of trust and estate planning, trust and estate administration, guardianships, and Medicaid planning and applications. He is admitted to practice in all State Courts in Indiana and the United States District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. Jayson is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association, probate trust and real property, and the elder law sections. Jayson received his bachelor’s in organizational leadership from the University of Indianapolis. He received his JD from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney...

Mr. Karnes was born in Norfolk, Virginia and he graduated from Tabernacle Baptist School, Virginia Beach, Virginia. Mr. Karnes received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Pre-law from Bob Jones University in 1996. He received his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, magna cum laude in 2001. Mr. Karnes was a Note Development Editor on the Indiana Law Review and participated in National Moot Court Competition. He has also completed a 40 hour civil mediation training and received the Francis J. Feeney, Jr. Tax award.

Mr. Karnes’ professional memberships include the Muncie...

I have over 23 years experience as a mediator and have mediated in excess of 4,000 cases. Prior to becoming a Registered Domestic Relations Mediator, I was a Magistrate in the Marion County Superior Court, Juvenile Division from January, 1990 to April, 1994. While serving as a magistrate I presided over hundreds of cases involving child custody, parenting time, child support and all other child related matters. I have worked full-time as a mediator since 1997. I am also a Registered Civil Mediator and have completed the Elder Law Mediator training. I have been married 30 years and have 2...

EDUCATION
Indiana Bar Admission – Admitted on October 16, 2017, Juris Doctorate, May 2016
Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis Indiana

Master of Business Administration, May 2012, Indiana Wesleyan University; Indianapolis, Indiana, Concentration in Accounting

Lean and Green Belt Certificate in Six Sigma, June 2011 Villanova University; Online

Bachelor of General Studies, December 2009 Ball State University; Muncie, Indiana
Minors: Biology and Chemistry

Keith lives in Carmel, Indiana with his wife and four children. He represents individual and institutional investors in disputes against their broker or brokerage firm.

Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Josh Taylor was admitted to the bar in Indiana in 2006. His undergraduate degree was obtained from Indiana University in 2002 and his law degree from Indiana University in 2006. He previously worked as a deputy prosecutor in Hamilton County before joining Garrison Law Firm in 2009 as an associate.

Josh Taylor works in the areas of criminal law including misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile law, and traffic offenses; he also practices family law.

Jim Keller joined Keller & Keller in 1989. Since then he has represented clients who suffered traumatic injuries resulting from a variety of accidents, including those involving car, truck, and motorcycle crashes. Jim has also handled several wrongful death claims for families throughout Indiana. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Indiana University, Mr. Keller then obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Thomas M.Cooley Law School in the state of Michigan. He is honored to bear the title of Super Lawyer, as well as being a current member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, and...