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Guy Scott DiMartino
LaPorte County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(219) 690-8997
1411 South Woodland Ave.
Suite D
Michigan City , IN 46360
Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Estate Planning and Health Care
Valparaiso University School of Law
My background as a chiropractic physician gives me a clear understanding of the human body, injury, medical treatment and long term consequences of injuries. This knowledge allows me be an effective advocate for my clients. I handle matters where the law intersects with healthcare.
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Andrew Wolf
LaPorte County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 22 years of experience
(219) 380-3070
2424 Franklin Street
207 Professional Center
Michigan City, IN 46360
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Ohio Northern University
Andrew Wolf has been practicing law since 2002. He received his law degree from Ohio Northern University and also holds a master's degree in business administration from Purdue University and a bachelor's degree in political science from Indiana University.
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David Allan Wilson
LaPorte County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 28 years of experience
910 Washington St.
Michigan City, IN 46360
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Valparaiso University School of Law
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.
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Autumn Halaschak
LaPorte County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Gary Davis
LaPorte County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
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Michael McCready
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Richmond
Michael P. McCready received his undergraduate degree cum laudefrom the University of Richmond in three years and continued at the University of Richmond obtaining his law degree in 1992. Following graduation, he served as a law clerk for a federal judge in Virginia. He came to Chicago the next year and began working at a law firm handling personal injury cases. After four years, he rose to partner.
In 1999, he left the partnership to form his own firm, The Law Offices of Michael P. McCready & Associates.
Since venturing out on his own, the firm has grown rapidly. Mr....
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Brian Custy
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
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...
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Thomas Higgins
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Arbitration & Mediation, Estate Planning and Insurance Claims
The John Marshall Law School
I am a Registered Civil Mediator and civil litigation trial attorney licensed in Illinois and Indiana with first chair jury trial experience as in-house counsel to three major insurance carriers. For over 29 years, I have served as the attorney or managing attorney for hundreds of insurance defense cases, which often involve personal injury, auto/trucking accidents, premises liability (dog bites, slips & falls, etc.),and construction. I am known for ethically and aggressively representing clients, as well as a proven and excellent communicator highly skilled in negotiating, conflict resolution, and client relationship development. You will find I am able to...
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Jeffrey Wrage
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
Jeffrey S. Wrage, Attorney/Partner, devotes 100% of his practice to litigation. As a plaintiffs’ advocate, Mr. Wrage represents individuals and families in state and federal courts in all types of personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, complex civil litigation, and employment litigation.
With more than 35 civil jury trials to his credit, Jeff’s trial experience includes motor vehicle and semi-truck cases, medical malpractice, slip and fall, premises liability, insurance, and employment cases. His civil trial experience includes numerous multi-million dollar results. Mr. Wrage’s previous experience defending these types of cases serves him well in counseling his clients regarding what...
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Jeffrey JJ Shaw
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice, 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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Robert Langer
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Medical Malpractice
University of Kansas School of Law
Robert A. Langer’s journey into law was shaped by personal adversity and the influence of his father, Steve Langer. As a child, Robert struggled with dyslexia, a learning disability that made reading and writing difficult. Through the advocacy and unwavering belief of his father, Robert was able to overcome these challenges, not only graduating from high school but also developing a deep passion for helping others in need. This personal experience ignited Robert’s drive to become an attorney and fight for individuals who feel powerless.
Today, Robert represents victims of medical malpractice and personal injury, drawing from his own experiences to...
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Connor H Nolan
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 9 years of experience
(219) 926-2114
Harris Welsh & Lukmann
107 Broadway
Chesterton, IN 46304
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Valparaiso University School of Law
Connor Nolan received undergraduate degrees from Purdue University (B.A. Political Science & B.A. English, 2011) and his law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., summa cum laude, 2015). Connor joined the firm as an associate attorney in September 2015, and became a partner/member of the firm in 2019. He is in general practice with concentrations of trial practice, business representation, real estate, estate planning, and municipal law.
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Kelly Baer
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer
Personal Injury, Consumer, Insurance Claims and Products Liability
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Licensed to practice law for 20 years, proud to provide affordable legal services, because "Access to Justice is a Priority!!"
Kelly A. Baer is a solo practitioner and operates a both as a traditional and a virtual law office. She strives to provide excellence in legal services to her clients for an affordable price in order to promote equal access to justice for individuals and businesses.
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Providing affordable legal services which includes civil and small claims litigation, personal injury, family law, probate and estate planning, real estate, debt collection, bankruptcy, and more.
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Kenneth Allen
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Practice Areas
Serious Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Crash cases, and Work Related Injuries
Education
Valparaiso University with a B.A. in English
Studied at Cambridge (England) where he was a member of the Cambridge University Boxing Team (C.U.A.B.C.)
Indiana University - Bloomington, where he was a Stephenson Fellow and received his J.D., cum laude (with honors).
Experience
Mr. Allen is a principal in the law firm of Kenneth J. Allen & Associates, P.C. The firm limits its practice to the representation of plaintiffs in serious personal injury and wrongful death litigation and maintains five offices in Indiana and Illinois.
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Fred Grady
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Attorney
(219) 462-2460
Harris Bank Building, Suite One
750 S. Washington Street
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Personal Injury, Business, Criminal Defense and Insurance Claims
Fred Grady was raised in Valparaiso, and is a graduate of Indiana University School of Business, with a degree in finance, and of Valparaiso University School of Law. Fred gained valuable litigation and trial experience as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana, as lead counsel on numerous jury trials involving a wide variety of Federal criminal violations and civil actions. During his tenure at the United States Attorney's Office, Fred was assigned to work with the Special Grand Jury on white collar crime and political corruption with the Chicago Strike Force investigations. Fred has also...
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Matthew Soliday
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 32 years of experience
Personal Injury and Criminal Defense
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David Eric Baum
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
After nearly seven years in the U. S. Army, I attended Purdue University North Central and Valparaiso University School of Law. The David E. Baum Law Office, P.C., David R. Phillips Attorney of Counsel, is a locally owned and operated law firm that provides representation in the areas of Criminal, Family and Personal Injury law. In addition we are proud to offer a wide range of services tailored to the needs of our local community members and small business owners. No issue in your life is too small to stop in for a consultation. Visit us in the recently renovated...
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Steven Langer
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer
Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
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Brandon A. Yosha
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 4 years of experience
1251 N Eddy St Suite 200
South Bend, IN 46617
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Brandon is a former Division I student-athlete who played college football at the University of Miami (FL) and Lehigh University. He was a letterman for both programs and was the starting tailback for Lehigh University as a sophomore. Due to athletic injuries, he was unable to finish his collegiate career and completed his undergraduate studies at Indiana University.
Brandon graduated from Indiana University with high distinction, earning a 3.7 cumulative GPA, majoring in Sport Marketing and Management. Upon graduation, Brandon wanted to follow in his father, Louis “Buddy” Yosha’s, footsteps and become a trial lawyer. Brandon immediately applied to law school...
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Georgianne M. Walker
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(574) 243-4100
4100 Edison Lakes Parkway
Suite 100
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Personal Injury, Business, Employment and Insurance Defense
Valparaiso University School of Law
I started at May Oberfell Lorber as a law clerk in 2000. Upon graduation from law school, I became an associate, progressed to partnership, and have been with MOL ever since.
I am passionate about my career, and thankful to be surrounded by such talented attorneys at MOL and in our community in general.
I am licensed in both Indiana and Michigan, with the primary focus of my practice being litigation. I defend health care providers in medical malpractice disputes, manufacturers in commercial litigation disputes, and landowners in premises liability disputes. I also counsel and represent clients...
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Roy Dominguez
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Valparaiso University School of Law
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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...
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David Holub
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 42 years of experience
Personal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
Our firm concentrates in personal injury cases of all types, medical malpractice, and wrongful death litigation. We concentrate our practice in Northwest Indiana.
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James Keller
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Nursing Home
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Trust, Experience, Success and Results
At Keller & Keller, we understand choosing the right attorney is important for an accident or wrongful death case. You want an attorney with experience, one who will work hard to get you results, and someone you can trust.
Trust. Unlike most law firms, Keller & Keller only represents accident victims and we've been doing that since 1936. We have represented countless families and ensured that they received the recovery they deserve. Our clients call on us for direction and advice that they can trust.
Experience. Keller & Keller has helped injured people and their...
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David Gladish
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Civil Rights
Valparaiso University School 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...
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Paul G. Stracci
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Valparaiso University School of Law
Paul Stracci is a uniquely experienced trial attorney who has had remarkable success in the courtroom. He successfully defended his first murder case 10 months out of law school, with the jury returning a not guilty verdict on all counts. Paul is a straight shooter and clients may rely upon his honesty, integrity, and willingness to tell the facts as they are. Paul maintains a strong rapport with his clients as well as with other legal professionals in the area. He is a relationship builder, who has built strong relationships with local officials, lawyers, and government...
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Matthew J. Anderson
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 20 years of experience
(574) 243-4100
4100 Edison Lakes Parkway
Suite 100
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Appeals, Employment and Medical Malpractice
Santa Clara University School of Law
Matt joined May Oberfell Lorber in 2020. For over fifteen years, he has handled all phases of litigation in large markets, including Chicago and Indianapolis, and has successfully argued for reversals in the appellate courts of Indiana, Michigan, and the Seventh Circuit.
Matt has extensive experience in personal injury matters, appellate law, litigation, medical malpractice, and domestic and family law and continues to focus his practice in these areas.
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Robert Palmer
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 44 years of experience
Personal Injury and Appeals
Valparaiso University School of Law
Appellate practitioner with over 350 appeals in state and federal courts. Free consultation, call now!
May Oberfell Lorber is a full service law firm based in Mishawaka, Indiana. I am proud of our firm's contributions to our local community.
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E. Spencer Walton Jr.
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Personal Injury, Business, Divorce and Family
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Born and raised in Mishawaka, Spence joined the firm in 1979. He counsels clients in the areas of domestic and family law, commercial litigation, mediation and personal injury and wrongful death cases.
During his career, he’s served as President of the St. Joseph County and Indiana State Bar Associations. He sits on the Mishawaka Education Foundation, and received the prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash Award from Governor O’Bannon in 2002.
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Maen Hassuneh
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 9 years of experience
8081 Randolph St, Ste A
Hobart, IN 46342
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Business
Valparaiso University
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...
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Roseann P Ivanovich
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Divorce, Family and Medical Malpractice
Valparaiso University School of 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. ...
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Barry D. Rooth
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Burton A. Padove
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Business, Divorce and Medical Malpractice
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
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...
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Daniel Vinovich
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Attorney
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
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...
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Holly S. C. Wojcik
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Martin A. McCloskey
Elkhart County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Martin A. McCloskey, attorney and counselor at law, believes in:
The principle of preserving and protecting the structure of the government of the United States of America as established by its Founding Fathers, promoting the principles and transcendent truths set forth in the Declaration of Independence including but not limited to the Sanctity of Life, the Rule of Law, Equality, and Justice.
The principle of preserving and protecting the United States Constitution in general, and the Bill of Rights contained therein in particular.
Thus, Martin A. McCloskey, Attorney and Counselor at Law, is dedicated and committed to...
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Edward Calderaro
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer
Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
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...
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James Barth
Saint Joseph County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
Mr. James Barth graduated magna cum laude from Valparaiso Law School in 2016. He is an attorney at the law offices of Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak, focusing his practice in the area of personal injury and advocating for clients who have suffered an injury or loss.
Having clerked for both Federal and State trial courts, Mr. Barth gained valuable knowledge and experience in a courtroom setting. He is a valued asset to the firm, using his experiences from time served in the Marine Corps helping junior Marines through the issues they faced to make the law relatable to his clients.
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Walter Sandoval
Porter County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
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...
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Paul M. Namie
Lake County, IN Personal Injury Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Valparaiso University School of Law
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...
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Joseph R Morris
Marshall County, IN Personal Injury Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Valparaiso University School of Law
Graduated with the highest honors possible (Summa Cum Laude, Corpus Juris Secundum) from the Valparaiso School of Law and with honors in Psychology from Ball State. Proud to be starting my 23rd year of practicing law in Marshall County, Indiana. My firm prides itself on doing these right the first time and I utilize an integrative and holistic approach to problem-solving. We assist clients in finding the most beneficial resolution to their pending issues.