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Charles Carlock
Indianapolis , IN Attorney with 31 years of experience
Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Charlie has been a practicing attorney in Indiana since 1993. He founded his own law firm in 1996 and has concentrated solely on representing injured workers ever since.
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Jacob Rigney
Indianapolis, IN Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
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...
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Robert Nice
INDIANAPOLIS, IN Attorney with 39 years of experience
Business, Legal Malpractice, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Villanova University School of Law
An Indiana native, Robert J. Nice has practiced law in Indiana for three decades. With a legal career that began in 1985, he focuses his practice in the areas of Real Estate, Small Business, Business Litigation, General Litigation, Legal Malpractice, and Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury.
Following law school at Villanova University, Robert Nice was employed as an associate with a large Indianapolis law firm for six years before establishing his own firm in 1992. As the Managing Partner of The Nice Law Firm, LLP, he now rises to the challenge of operating five offices located throughout central Indiana. He is adept...
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Amber K. Boyd
INDIANAPOLIS, IN Attorney with 11 years of experience
Employment, Estate Planning and Probate
Washington and Lee University School of Law
Amber K. Boyd is a versatile professional with strong experience in managing complex litigation matters. She founded Amber K. Boyd Attorney at Law in 2013, where she manages a team that is committed to providing clients with the best service possible. Ms. Boyd has deep expertise in estate planning, probate, and probate litigation. Her goal is to deliver effective, efficient, and strategic service to her clients.
Ms. Boyd is a member of the Marion County Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and the American Bar Association Labor and Employment Division She is also a board member of the Marion County...
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Charles Brown Jr.
Carmel, IN Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Valparaiso University School of Law
Charles "Charlie" Brown is a Louisville native and graduate of duPont Manual High School. He studied psychology at Bellarmine University and law at Valparaiso University School of Law. In fear of another Northwest Indiana winter, Charlie returned to Louisville after his graduation from law school.
After law school, Charlie was first a Staff Attorney for a family court judge, and after that an Associate Attorney in a Louisville law firm. Seeing ample opportunity for innovation in the practice of law, and with some encouragement from Dad, Charlie struck out on his own. Charlie focused on offering those seeking a divorce...
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Nakeina Cane
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Divorce and Trademarks
University of Louisville
Nakeina S. Cane is a former Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, who served the community for over 6 years. Nakeina is an experienced trial attorney and has skillfully litigated cases during both court trials and trial by jury. She is a diligent litigator and committed to the profession.
Nakeina received her undergraduate degree from the University of Louisville in 2006. During her academic career, Nakeina was awarded the honors of Governor's Scholar, Woodford Porter Sr. Achiever Trustee Scholar and Kentucky Legal Education Opportunity (KLEO) Graduate. Nakeina earned her law degree from the University of Louisville Brandeis School...
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Jerry L. Garner
Rockport, IN Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
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...
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Warren Mathies
Boonville, IN Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis
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.
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Bruce Brightwell
New Albany, IN Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
Bruce graduated magna cum laude from the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington in 1992. Bruce has been licensed in both Indiana and Kentucky since 1992, and has concentrated his practice in the Kentuckiana area. He has represented clients on every level of the state and federal courts in both states, and is a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the National College of Trial Advocacy.
Bruce has served as an Adjunct Professor at the Brandeis School of Law.
He is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and serves as Executive Editor...
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Ted Smith
Anderson, IN Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Social Security Disability
Notre Dame Law School and University of Notre Dame
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Cedric D'Hue
Lafayette, IN Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Business, IP, Patents and Trademarks
Indiana University School of Law
Cedric D’Hue has been a registered patent attorney with the United States Patent and Trademark Office since 2005. He has drafted, filed and prosecuted patent, trademark and copyright applications to issuance. He has drafted patentability opinions, invalidity and obviousness opinions and freedom to operate opinions. Cedric received his bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Tufts University (1999). Cedric received his master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry from Purdue University (2002) and his Juris Doctorate from Indiana University School of Law—Indianapolis (2005). Cedric is currently a PhD Candidate at Purdue University Department of Chemistry (R. Graham Cooks, advisor) focused on cancer diagnosis...
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Robert E. Duff
Fishers, IN Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer
Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis
Robert E. Duff grew up in Lebanon, Indiana and graduated from Lebanon High School. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his law degree from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, both with honors. Since becoming a member of the bar, Mr. Duff's career has been diverse. He has worked as a law clerk for the Honorable John Paul Godich, United States Magistrate Judge, and the Honorable Margaret G. Robb, Indiana Court of Appeals Judge. He worked for the Indiana Attorney General, where he litigated civil and worker's compensation cases and supervised a staff of five that...
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Martin Barnes
Indianapolis, IN Attorney with 29 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
As an attorney at Barnes Cadwell Law, PA, located in central Indiana. My legal practice primarily revolves around probate, estate administration, and estate planning.
I hold memberships in the Indianapolis Bar Association, specifically within the Estate Planning and Administration Section, the Indiana State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. I am admitted to practice law across all Indiana state courts and the U.S. District Court for both the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.
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Christopher Garrison
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
For over 40 years, I've helped people just like you get paid, get well, and get back to their life.
An injury or death due to the negligence of another shouldn't cost you everything. You deserve a lawyer who is a partner with you in the case and not one who sees you as just another case number.
Garrison Law Firm prides itself on being big enough to handle any case that comes our way and small enough to ensure you receive the personal and compassionate care you deserve.
Call today for a free personal injury consultation. I look forward to representing...
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Leeann Thornhill
Jeffersonville, IN Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Louisville
Come in for a free bankruptcy consultation with me and see if bankruptcy is right for your specific situation. We thrive on giving our clients the best possible financial relief through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, as well as help build their financial security in the future.
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Chad Hanefeld
Indianapolis, IN Attorney
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Hiring a lawyer to pursue your personal injury or wrongful death claim can feel like a difficult decision. It is easy to simply go with the lawyer whose slick commercial you just saw on tv, or whose face is on the billboard you just passed. But when you call me, you get to speak with me, not some case screener or office staff person whose job it is to keep your lawyer from actually having to speak with you. I am the person you talk to from your very first call, and throughout your case until the...
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John G Shubat
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Products Liability
Indiana University School of Law Indianapolis
John is a lifelong resident of Zionsville, where he has been an active member of the community. He has served on the school board of Zionsville Community Schools, as well as the school board for Traders Point Christian Academy. He is a founding member of the Zionsville Education Foundation and, as an attorney, he has represented local civic organizations in various legal matters.
John graduated from the Kelly School of Business at Indiana University and then worked in the medical and dental industry. After gaining experience in the business world, he decided he wanted to combine his business background with a...
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Kerri Farmer
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Born and raised in Kokomo, Indiana, Kerri Farmer obtained a management degree from Krannert School of Management at Purdue University in 2001. She then received her J.D. from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. Kerri began working with Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC before she earned her law degree. Once she was admitted to the bar in 2004, she immediately began taking on cases and zealously pursuing justice for personal injury victims throughout Indiana. She expanded her scope in 2005 with admission to practice in Kentucky. Kerri takes pride in helping clients fight back against insurance companies who seek...
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Chuck Flynn
Indianapolis, IN Attorney with 4 years of experience
Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Notre Dame Law School
Chuck Flynn is driven by a strong sense of purpose and commitment to help those who are struggling through difficult times. His dedication to providing both professional guidance and personal support is what sets him apart from others in his field.
After years of experience working with clients, Mr. Flynn understands the importance of going above and beyond to ensure that every client receives the best possible outcome. This unwavering commitment is reflected in his impressive credentials, including his membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and his recognition as an Attorney for Justice by the Tennessee Supreme Court.
Mr. Flynn’s impressive...
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JR Emerson
Zionsville, IN Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
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Kent M. Frandsen
Lebanon, IN Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationIndiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
KENT FRANDSEN has practiced with the firm since 1977, concentrating in civil litigation, electric utility, zoning and land use, and education law. Following graduation from law school in 1975, Mr. Frandsen served as a law clerk to The Honorable James E. Noland, Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana.
Mr. Frandsen has tried nearly 100 civil jury trials in state and federal courts, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. He has represented parties on appeal in over fifty cases in state and federal appellate courts. In three cases he has persuaded the Indiana Supreme Court...
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Michael Adler
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Estate Planning and Probate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
At Adler Law LLC, Michael J. Adler is committed to protecting and furthering the interests of individuals and businesses in a variety of legal matters. From his Indianapolis office, compassionate elder law lawyer Mr. Adler brings over 15 years of experience and substantial trial work to his practice, along with a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and dedication. Mr. Adler maintains strong ties to the community as a member of the Indianapolis Bar Association and a Vigo County Trial Deputy Prosecutor. In addition to assisting young families and senior citizens as an Indianapolis estate planning lawyer, he also is highly skilled...
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Eric Kristen Doyle
Indianapolis, IN Attorney with 8 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
I am a seasoned trial attorney with a broad legal background and valuable courtroom experience that has shaped me into a proficient family law attorney.
I began my legal career as a deputy prosecutor, where I prosecuted some of the highest-level crimes in Indiana in the special victim’s unit. This role quickly provided me with invaluable insights into the intricacies of family law proceedings and courtroom procedures. This experience was fundamental in my transition to private practice, where I now diligently represent clients in a variety of complex and high-stakes legal matters.
My passion for providing zealous counsel to Hoosier families led...
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Mark Cannon
Indianapolis, IN Attorney with 30 years of experience
Estate Planning
University of Louisville
Mark focuses his law practice in the areas of estate planning, probate and trust administration, business formation and succession planning, business transactions, contracts and real estate law. Before beginning his legal career, Mark worked at Northwestern Mutual Life, where he implemented life and disability insurance plans for clients. After leaving Northwestern Mutual, Mark attended law school, where he earned Dean’s List recognition five times. Mark started his legal career at the Indiana Department of Revenue as an Inheritance Tax Attorney, where he audited inheritance tax returns and fielded telephone calls from attorney, CPA’s and trust officers on complex...
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Mike Miller
Indianapolis, IN Attorney with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Michael S. Miller, a native of Indianapolis, graduated from North Central High School, after which he attended Hanover College, receiving his B.A. in 1969. Following two years of military service, he attended Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law on the G.I. bill, graduating in 1974. After his admission to the Bar, Mr. Miller served as a law clerk for the Indiana Court of Appeals and for four years as a Marion County Deputy Prosecutor.
Mike’s practice includes all categories of civil litigation involving medical malpractice, personal injury and wrongful death.
Mike is a Fellow of the American College of Trial...
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Linda H Havel
Fishers, IN Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Louisville
Linda has 25 plus years of experience in civil litigation and trial work. Her experience includes representing individuals who have suffered serious injuries caused by car, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle collisions, gas and fire explosions, and many other dangerous conditions caused by the negligence of others. She has represented adults and children suffering from serious brain injuries, neck and spinal injuries, burn injuries, and shoulder, wrist and leg injuries. Linda fights to obtain damages for clients including repayment of past and future medical bills, past lost wages, future vocational loss caused by a diminished capacity to earn, pain...
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Randal Klezmer
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Randy Klezmer is co-author of the Indiana Practice Guide to Workers' Compensation, inductee into the College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, and Sustaining Member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers' Association. For 26 years, Randy has represented injured Indiana workers in both injury and workers' compensation matters. Randy has devoted his entire legal career to helping people who have been injured in the workplace and elsewhere achieve the compensation they deserve.
A native Hoosier, Randy created the firm after receiving his J.D. from McKinney School of Law, in 1992. From the beginning, he has focused his practice largely on workers’ compensation cases, but...
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Daniel Buba
Carmel, IN Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Dan Buba is a partner at the Indiana personal injury law firm of Doehrman Buba. Mr. Buba has represented victims of accidents and negligence for over 20 years.
In his 20 years as a trial lawyer in Indiana, Mr. Buba has been named to the Best Lawyers in Indiana and name as a SuperLawyer.
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Julie Camden
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN Lawyer
(317) 770-0000
10412 Allisonville Road Suite 200
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN 46038
Bankruptcy, Family and Tax
Michigan State University College of Law
Julie A. Camden is a partner at Camden & Meridew, P.C. She is licensed in Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan. She concentrates her practice in the areas of tax and litigation. Julie enjoys jury trials. Julie has litigated numerous cases in the areas of: family law, automobile cases, bad checks, mortgage foreclosure defenses, and debt settlement. Julie is very driven, and tries to resolve cases as quickly as possible.
In Julie’s spare time, she enjoys laying tile (or most construction work), bowling, and helping children. She currently volunteers as a guardian ad litem for Kids’ Voice....
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Joni L Sedberry
Fishers, IN Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Valparaiso University School of Law
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K. Aaron Heifner
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Indiana Institute of Technology
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....
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Leslie Mathewson
Muncie, IN Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Valparaiso University School of Law
I have been serving the legal needs in Muncie and surrounding areas since 2001. The areas of law in which I practice are estates, estate planning, real estate, business, elder law, guardianships and adoptions. I also serve as a Domestic Relations Mediator and as a Guardian Ad Litem.
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Danica Eyler
Westfield, IN Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning, Family and Real Estate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Danica graduated from the IU Kelly School of Business with a major in Business Management and went on to obtain her Law Degree from the Indiana University at Indianapolis. During law school, Danica worked for Dean Andrew Klein while he helped the 7th Circuit Court revised, edit and draft its new standard civil Jury Instructions. Danica began her legal career with a firm in downtown Indianapolis, where she was exposed to almost every facet of the law from zoning and land use, to federal criminal defense, to business litigation and estates.
Danica focuses her practice at Webster & Garino LLC on...
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Jeffrey JJ Shaw
Noblesville, IN Attorney with 36 years of experience
52 S 9th St
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Noblesville, IN 46060
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Let's face it. We've been doing this a long time. And we love what we do. The lawyers of Shaw Law Offices -- the Indiana Slip and Fall Attorneys. See us at "slipandfall.com." That's right, we own the cause of action in our website. That's how much we love what we do. Like Muhammad Ali the boxer famously said, "It's Not Bragging if You Can Back it Up." And with age and experience comes a little bit of "know-how." So, here's 5 things we do to help you in the often-confusing path of a personal injury lawsuit: 1. We Visit the Site...
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Benjamin Douglas Strahm
Noblesville, IN Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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. ...
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Dawn R. Elston
Jeffersonville, IN Attorney with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Louisville
I have been a licensed Indiana Attorney for over 33 years. I have both civil and criminal jury trial experience. I have tried over 30 cases in front of a jury and hundreds of bench trials in front of a Judge. I have filed numerous appeals and have nine published Indiana Reporter decisions. My private law practice is concentrated in divorce and criminal defense. My general law practice also includes family law matters, wills and personal injury cases.
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Julie Chambers
Indianapolis, IN Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Toledo
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...
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Aubrey J Crist
Muncie, IN Attorney
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
University of Dayton School of Law
Aubrey Crist joined Beasley & Gilkison, LLP in April 2020. Previously, she worked at litigation firms in Richmond and Greenfield. Aubrey currently focuses her practice on adoptions, personal injury (including motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall, etc.), bankruptcy, family law, estate planning, social security disability, municipal law, and general litigation.
Aubrey is originally from Muncie, Indiana, and a 2008 graduate of Muncie Southside High School. Aubrey attended Ball State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. Aubrey then attended the University of Dayton School of Law (“UDSL”) in Dayton, Ohio. During her time in law school,...
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Charles S. Hewins
Evansville, IN Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Mississippi School of Law
Charles S. Hewins is always ready to assist you. With more than 20 years of experience as a skilled attorney, he ensures that you feel informed and at ease throughout the entire process. Charles focuses on Estates and Planning, Workers’ Compensation, Personal Injury, and Social Security Disability. He emphasizes clear and straightforward communication, supported by a dedicated team that is always available to address client needs. Contact us for a free telephone consultation to gain peace of mind.