Hartsville Lawyers

I pride myself on being responsive to my client's needs. My clients reach out to me for help with their businesses, development projects and personal needs. When they do, they are reaching out because something has come up that is beyond what they are comfortable handling alone. By responding quickly, I can help my clients avoid making difficult decisions without good advice. I enjoy working with my clients to handle help them grow and protect their businesses for today and for tomorrow. I particularly enjoy real estate development, having grown up in a family that developed residential subdivisions and built...

I began my legal career as a criminal defense attorney in Indianapolis, fighting to protect the Constitutional rights of my clients against the government. I have experience in every stage of the criminal justice process, including jury trials, court trials, suppression hearings, post-conviction relief, forfeiture proceedings, 1983 civil rights actions, appeals, oral argument, probation revocation hearings, expungement, sealing of records, hardship license petitions, specialized driving privileges petitions, and plea negotiations. My office has been recognized as one of the ten best law firms in the State of Indiana by the American...

Bill Hurst has successfully represented hundreds of accident victims, and has limited his practice to personal injury cases for over thirty-five (35) years. Bill has helped families with tragic life altering injuries and deaths. Bill has obtained substantial verdicts and settlements to compensate families for their losses. He is a graduate, with honors, from Indiana University School of Law. He has served on the Executive Committee and is a Director Emeritus of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. He has published articles on various personal injury topics and has...

Registered Patent Attorney (US Patent and Trademark Office)

Jurisdictions: Indiana (1983) North Carolina (1984(inactive)) U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1983) Northern District of Indiana (1983) Southern District of Indiana (1983) Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals (1983) Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals (2010) Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (2006) Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals (2010) Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (2012) US Supreme Court (2016)

EDUCATION
School name Degree Graduated
Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington JD - Juris Doctor 1983
Purdue University B.A. 1980
Purdue University B.S. 1980

John Forest Bymaster is a proud graduate of Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2005. John Bymaster began the study of bankruptcy in 2002 during law school. His research culminated in an advanced study entitled, ” Bankruptcy: The Restoration of Public Productivity.” This project focused on the dramatic changes to the bankruptcy code put in to effect in 2005.

Knowing that experience is the best teacher, John Bymaster accepted a position as an attorney at the largest bankruptcy firm in the mid-west. He quickly gained valuable, specialized experience that sets him apart from other offices...

Jason Reese represents victims of personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death. Over the past 25 years, the Wagner Reese law firm has established a track record of unparalleled success and a reputation as the preeminent personal injury firm in Indiana. Jason's peers recognize him one the best lawyers in Indiana. In 2019, Jason was named a "Distinguished Barrister" by the Indiana Lawyer. Prior to that, he was named “Forty Under Forty” by the Indianapolis Business Journal as one the most dynamic business and community leaders in the Indianapolis metro area. From 2004-2022, Jason has been repeatedly...

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...

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...

Tom F. Hirschauer III was born and raised in the Indianapolis, Indiana, area. Tom comes from a family of legal practitioners who have practices in the State of Indiana since 1943. Tom is a graduate of Carmel High School, Xavier University, and the Ave Maria School of Law in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Tom began his legal career in Marion County (Indianapolis) at the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office. As a deputy prosecutor, Tom worked on cases ranging from misdemeanors and low level felonies or major felony offenses.

In 2011, Tom was appointed to lead the Fatal Alcohol Crash Team (FACT) within the Marion...

Chase has dedicated his entire practice to helping injured accident victims get the compensation they deserve. He handles car accident, semi-truck accident, motorcycle accident, and wrongful death claims. Chase is a young attorney who zealously advocates for his clients. Chase grew up in southeastern Indiana where he attended East Central High School near Lawrenceburg, IN. After high school he attended Indiana State University where he earned his bachelors of science in Legal Studies in 2013. Upon graduation form Indiana State Chase pursued a law degree and graduated from the Indiana University - Robert H. McKinney School of Law...

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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...

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.

Charlie Ward is a practicing personal injury attorney throughout the State of Indiana and is experienced in the areas of automobile and car accidents, bike, bicycle, motorbike, motorcycle,and semi tractor-trailer commercial trucking accidents, wrongful death and injuries related to dog bite incidents, nursing home injuries and medical malpractice or acts of medical negligence. In addition, Charlie also focuses on estate and estate planning services including Trusts, Wills, and end-of-life documents. Our staff maintains an up-to-date knowledge of ever-changing legislation issues that can affect your estate planning goals.
Charles is AV preeminent peer-review rated by Martindale-Hubble, has been named a SuperLawyer...

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...

Clients need an attorney who understands their needs and who can be an advocate for them, while providing competent legal services. That is where I come in. My name is Felicia Locke, an attorney in central Indiana focusing on the legal needs of everyday people.

At Locke Law Firm, we focus in the areas of elder law, probate and estate administration, family law and real estate law.

We believe that everyone deserves fair and affordable legal representation. We are committed to helping our clients get through the tough moments in life. We are committed to advocating your best interests.

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.

Attorney Timothy Devereux has more than 30 years of legal experience under his belt, and he focuses his practice on personal injury cases. Although he takes a wide variety of cases, he centers primarily on motor vehicle accidents, catastrophic injuries, and product liability. Attorney Devereux has taken cases throughout the United States, including Indiana, Illinois, Texas, Colorado, the U.S. Supreme Court, along with the 7th and 10th Circuit Courts of Appeals. During his time in practice, Attorney Devereux has served on the Executive Committee for the Litigation Section of the Indianapolis Bar Association, served as a Vice President for the Indianapolis...

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...

If you or a loved one has been injured physically or mentally by a person, product, or company, you need to know your legal rights. You may be entitled to recover your medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, as well as damages for pain and suffering, physical disfigurement, and disability. We handle the following types of personal injury cases. If your particular type of case is not listed, please contact us to find out if you may have a claim.

Motorcycle Accidents
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Semi / Truck / Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Drunk Drivers and Intoxicated Persons
Premises Liability / Slip and Fall
Soft Tissue Injuries
Animal...

Michael Smith advises clients with starting up new businesses, buying and selling businesses, negotiating contracts, resolving internal disputes among the owners of businesses, and protecting the rights of businesses and business owners through litigation. He is particularly experienced in creating and advising limited liability companies (or LLCs). His practice also includes tax exempt, nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3)'s. He also represents clients in appeals, both civil and criminal. Mike was born and raised in Tennessee, but he has been a Hoosier for most of his life. He moved to Indiana in 1978 after receiving a B.E. in chemical engineering...

Del Weldon is a Partner at the firm and focuses his practice on Criminal Defense with an emphasis on OWI/DUI Defense, Personal Injury litigation and CHINS Defense. He is an experienced trial attorney, winning verdicts at jury trials and bench trials. He is also a skilled negotiator, securing plea agreements and forcing dismissals in criminal matters, and obtaining settlements in civil matters.

As a Criminal Defense attorney, his experience at the Prosecutor's Office, including trial work and a murder case, is a major strength and provides great value to his clients. With hundreds of cases completed, he is...

When you hire Valerie Horvath get ready to be surprised when she returns your phone calls and emails promptly! Valerie is available for modification of custody, modify child support, child custody, protective order, parenting time, and grandparents' rights cases.

Valerie practices family law - divorce, custody, child support, parenting time, paternity - and criminal defense. Valerie has significant experience in domestic violence, all types of partner abuse, narcissism, protective orders and stalking.

Valerie was a judicial officer in both criminal domestic violence and civil protective order courts for 7 years. Before that, she was a deputy...

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...

Bruce is a member of the firm’s insurance, environmental and toxic tort practice groups. A registered civil mediator, Mr. Kamplain has over 339 years experience resolving disputes using a variety of litigation avoidance techniques including alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration and dispositive motion.He has litigated matters before state and federal courts throughout Indiana, and has argued more than 28 appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. He has also argued before the Indiana Supreme Court.

Ned is a member of Cohen & Malad, LLP’s Mass Tort/Products Liability, Personal Injury, and Business Litigation teams. Ned has experience representing the victims of dangerous drugs and medical devices, aviation disasters, automobile and tractor trailer accidents, drownings, day-care negligence, and medical malpractice. Ned has also represented individuals and organizations in a variety of business disputes.

Ned has served on multiple trial teams, secured favorable decisions from multiple state and federal trial courts, and served in leadership roles in several multi-district litigations and class actions, including:

- Co-Lead of Narrative Committee; discovery and law & briefing committees, In Re: Zofran (Ondansetron)...

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...

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.

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...

Deidra N. Haynes graduated from Indiana University School of Law, also known as McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis, Indiana. She interned while in law school as a prosecutor, public defender, and state public defender defending those who were facing the death penalty. Immediately after law school, she worked for Barnes & Thornburg, the largest law firm in the state of Indiana as an employment litigator defending large corporations. Attorney Haynes decided to pursue her passion for advocating for those without a voice. As a result, she now represents employees, the injured, the mentally ill, those accused of criminal offenses, and...

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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Jill Reese serves as of counsel for Wagner Reese, LLP in Indianapolis, Indiana. A skilled and experienced medical malpractice attorney, Ms. Reese received her J.D. from the Indiana University School of Law in 1997. She has previously worked at several local law firms, primarily focusing her practice on complex medical negligence and malpractice claims. She has been with Wagner Reese since 2014. When assisting with a claim or preparing a case for trial, Ms. Reese is careful to thoroughly examine every detail. Her goal is to uncover custom strategies that meet each and every client’s unique legal needs. Call today.

Kara Reagan has been a partner at Schulz Reagan, LLC, where she focuses exclusively on family law matters, since 2018. Prior to that, she was with Stafford Law Office, LLC for over twelve years, practicing primarily family law. In addition to advocating for clients in traditional family law cases, Kara serves as a Guardian ad Litem, Domestic Relations Mediator, and she offers Collaborative law services.

Kara lives in Bloomington with her husband and their two children. She enjoys quilting, camping and hiking, volunteering at her daughters' schools, and leading a multi-age Girl Scout troop.

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.

A TRIAL LAWYER

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...