Johnson County Criminal Lawyers
Compare 21 top rated Indiana attorneys serving Johnson County.
![Zach Phillips]( "Zach Phillips")
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Zach Phillips
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Zach Phillips is one of the founding partners of Bernhardt Phillips, LLP and an experienced litigator whose passion and drive will make all the difference in your case.
![Carman Malone]( "Carman Malone")
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Carman Malone
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(317) 624-4559
320 N. Meridian Street
Suite 1006
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
At the Law Office of Carman L. Malone, we are dedicated to providing top-notch legal solutions for everyday individuals. Our commitment lies in consistently delivering high-quality services and fostering trusting relationships with our clients.
We pride ourselves on thoroughly understanding our clients' needs, maintaining open communication, and consistently acting in their best interests. Our clients are not just clients—they are the core of our work, and their success defines our success. We measure our achievements by their victories, and our satisfaction comes from ensuring our clients are genuinely pleased with the outcomes of our efforts.
Whether dealing with significant or minor matters,...
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Rock Christopher Lee
10.0 
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Free ConsultationMarion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Criminal and DUI
University of Cincinnati College of Law
DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney serving Indianapolis, IN.
My name is Rock C Lee an experienced Indianapolis Criminal Defense Attorney.
I graduated from Ohio State University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. I continued on to receive a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Cincinnati. I received my Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.
I entered the business sector, after graduation from law school, applying my business and economic knowledge in the field of business valuation. I then returned to practicing law. I am currently licensed in Ohio, Kentucky, and...
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Jonathan Daniel Harwell
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, Appeals, DUI and Divorce
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
I am an attorney deeply committed to the intricacies of criminal defense, with a solid track record in both state and federal courts, including high-profile murder trials and death penalty cases. My approach is characterized by meticulous evidence collection, comprehensive witness interviews, and strategic case preparation, all aimed at securing favorable results for my clients.
I possess extensive experience in utilizing advanced investigative techniques, such as non-party production requests, scene investigations, and collaborations with professional investigators, to unearth crucial details that bolster defense strategies. My legal practice is distinguished by a strong capability to argue complex cases before the Indiana Court...
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Kevin Michael Potts
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Kevin Potts is a former major felony prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney based out of Indianapolis. Kevin represents those individuals charged with criminal acts, DUI, OWI, OVWI and traffic infractions. If you have been charged with a criminal offense and want an experienced and proven trial lawyer at your side, look no further than Kevin Potts.
![David Deal]( "David Deal")
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David Deal
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
Attorney Deal is the founder of the Indianapolis criminal defense firm, David E. Deal and Associates. As a former prosecutor, Mr. Deal is able to predict the actions that the opposing side may take against his clients. Since 2012, he has been included in the list of National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40, demonstrating his ability to provide his clients with tough defense and effective counsel. In 2015, Attorney Deal was recognized by Super Lawyers as one of Indiana's 'Rising Stars', an achievement that is awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in each...
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Sean Hessler
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Sean K. Hessler is an Indianapolis criminal defense lawyer dedicated to protecting the rights of the criminally accused. As a former prosecutor, he understands the approaches that the State may take in handling criminal cases. With this knowledge, Sean aggressively defends his clients to the best possible outcome by carefully reviewing the evidence and preparing a strong defense.
![Tyler D Helmond]( "Tyler D Helmond")
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Tyler D Helmond
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal, Appeals and DUI
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
Tyler Helmond's practice focuses on appellate advocacy and criminal defense. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Seventh Circuit Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. His work has been published in The Champion, the journal of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Helmond has argued cases before the Indiana Court of Appeals and the Indiana Supreme Court. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Indiana University, and has presented on continuing legal education at the Indianapolis Bar Association.
![Tara Cragen]( "Tara Cragen")
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Tara Cragen
9.0 
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Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfMarion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Tara Cragen is an attorney at the law firm Cohen & Malad. Tara was born and raised in Johnson County, Indiana. Tara earned her Bachelor of Arts at IUPUI and Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University McKinney School of Law.
While attending law school, Tara worked as a Certified Legal Intern for the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office where she gained experience in the courtroom. During her time in law school, Tara served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and as a board member of the Family Law Society.
Tara focuses her practice in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Defense,...
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Chris Eskew
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Chris Eskew is a criminal defense lawyer based in Indianapolis, with extensive experience handling both felony and misdemeanor cases. The team of criminal defense attorneys at Eskew Law handle a broad range of criminal cases.
![Susan D. Rayl]( "Susan D. Rayl")
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Susan D. Rayl
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals and White Collar Crime
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
A native of Kokomo, Indiana, Attorney Susan D. Rayl is a highly experienced criminal defense attorney. In her practice of more than 25 years, she has represented hundreds of clients in various stages of the criminal proceeding, from pre-trial investigation up to and including appeal, working with the most complex and difficult criminal cases.
Ms. Rayl opened her own solo law practice in Indianapolis in 2000, focusing on criminal appeals, and later became a partner in the law firm Smith Rayl Law Office, LLC. All told, Susan has more than twenty-five years of experience in criminal defense. She has conducted numerous...
![Rachelle N. Ponist]( "Rachelle N. Ponist")
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Rachelle N. Ponist
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Criminal, Business, Estate Planning and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and Indiana Wesleyan University
![Katie Kawiecki]( "Katie Kawiecki")
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Katie Kawiecki
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Criminal and Divorce
Valparaiso University School of Law
Katie J. Kawiecki, Of Counsel, graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2006 and received her undergraduate degree, a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Criminal Justice, from Trine University in 2003.
As Of Counsel with Chambers Law LLC, Katie focuses her practice in 3 main areas: Family Law, Breach of Warranty Claims (Lemon Law), and Criminal Law. Katie focuses her family law practice in matters involving but not limited to divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, and protective orders representing individuals throughout central Indiana. She has significant trial experience and has worked in a variety of areas...
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Sarah Brinkley
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Attorney Sarah Brinkley put herself through college and law school. She began working in a corporate law firm in 2011 and finished college with honors.
Like many of the clients she represents, real life experience has taught her how to persevere when faced with a challenge. It is now her mission to advocate with diligence, professionalism, and, most importantly, compassion. At Brinkley Law, we work for you. Clients come first, and Attorney Brinkley values the importance of keeping clients involved and informed every step of the way. Settling for less than what is deserved has never been an option for Attorney...
![Cynthia Helfrich]( "Cynthia Helfrich")
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Cynthia Helfrich
Hendricks County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Business and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
![Mark Nicholson]( "Mark Nicholson")
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Mark Nicholson
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer
(855) 208-2875
9702 E. Washington Street
Suite 171
Indianapolis, IN 46229
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
I worked as a Civil Court Bailiff and a law clerk for the American Civil Liberties Union. At the Indiana State Public Defender Office, I worked as a law clerk then an attorney. I practice mainly in the areas of criminal law, representing people accused of misdemeanors, felonies, traffic offenses, OVWI/DUI, drug cases, probation violations, and drug crimes. I also practice family law, personal injury, small claims, and Civil Rights and discrimination.
I have extensive trial experience, and I am not afraid to fight for you. I love the challenge of facing the government or big insurance companies. When they...
![Jason D Clark]( "Jason D Clark")
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Jason D Clark
Shelby County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Jason practices a diverse blend of litigation, including corporate, commercial, real estate, and criminal litigation. He represents consumers in bankruptcy proceedings and criminal defendants in both federal court as a member of the Criminal Justice Act Developmental Panel and state court. Jason also serves as an advisor to local government in Shelby County.
In law school, Jason competed on the winning team in the Honorable Robert H. Staton Intramural Moot Court Competition, where he also won the Christopher M. Maine Advocacy Award for best advocate in the championship round. Jason has continued to use the skills he honed in law school...
![Grace E. Dillow]( "Grace E. Dillow")
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Grace E. Dillow
Shelby County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 4 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Elder and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Grace E. Dillow was born and raised in Indiana, graduating from Shelbyville High School in 2013, Butler University in 2017, and I.U. McKinney School of Law in 2020. Grace began working as an associate attorney at McNeelyLaw LLP after clerking with the Shelbyville office during her third year of law school. Grace has also interned at the Marion County Prosecutor's Office and the Shelby County Superior Court 2 under Judge David Riggins. Grace focuses her practice in the areas of elder law, criminal law, and family law.
![Rex Padgett]( "Rex Padgett")
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Rex Padgett
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I have served in the military for over 25 years, working alongside many great people; In my law practice I strive to work alongside my clients in resolving the issues they may face. I stand ready to litigate for my clients, work as a moderator if needed, and giving them someone they can trust.
![Morgan B. Brading]( "Morgan B. Brading")
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Morgan B. Brading
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 5 years of experience
Criminal, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
![Daniel Moore]( "Daniel Moore")
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Daniel Moore
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(317) 635-7000
151 North Delaware St., Suite 2010
The Gold Building at the corner of Ohio and Delaware Streets
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Daniel L. Moore, Attorney at Law, has over 30 years of experience fighting for the rights of the unfairly accused. With more than 4000 criminal cases as lead defense counsel, his experience is the foundation you need to build your best defense. STOP RUNNING, START FIGHTING! If you need help preparing a strong defense to criminal charges, or with an expungment to get a fresh start, or help getting your driving privileges restored, you need a lawyer that's HARD AGRESSIVE PROVEN. call Daniel L. Moore now.
![John Razumich]( "John Razumich")
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John Razumich
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Criminal
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
![John Thomas Hester]( "John Thomas Hester")
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John Thomas Hester
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(800) 800-8888
201 N. Illinois Street
Suite 1600
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Criminal, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
John has a B.A. in Spanish and Communications from the University of Louisville and worked as an editor for a decade before returning to school and earning his J.D. from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. He is a member of Kentucky Bar Association and the Kentucky Justice Association.
![Ross G. Thomas]( "Ross G. Thomas")
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Ross G. Thomas
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and Cannabis Law
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
![Stan Wruble III]( "Stan Wruble III")
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Stan Wruble III
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Notre Dame Law School
Stan Wruble was inspired to become a lawyer after reading To Kill a Mockingbird at a young age. Like Atticus Finch, he fights for people during the most difficult times of their lives. Stan has been fighting for those clients with toughness, tenacity, and compassion since 1997. He has represented clients charged across the spectrum of alleged crimes – misdemeanor through murder – in both state and federal courts. He has tried more than 60 cases to jury verdict.
“I am beyond thankful that Stan was at my initial court hearing and offered me his help. He helped me get out...
![Gabriel S. Britton]( "Gabriel S. Britton")
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Gabriel S. Britton
Morgan County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Collections, DUI and Divorce
![Terrence Kirby]( "Terrence Kirby")
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Terrence Kirby
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience
(317) 923-2777
4216 N College Ave
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN 46205
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Family
University of Dayton School of Law
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Joshua Paul Stein
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Valparaiso University School of Law
![Denise L Turner]( "Denise L Turner")
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Denise L Turner
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal
George Washington University - Mount Vernon campus
![Andrew Borland]( "Andrew Borland")
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Andrew Borland
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney
(317) 920-9720
141 E. Washington St.
Suite 200
Indianapolis , IN 46204
Criminal, Appeals, DUI and Juvenile
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
A native of Osceola, Indiana, Andrew has focused his practice in the area of Criminal Defense at the trial, appellate and post-conviction stages since his graduation from Indiana University School of law in 1998.
![Michael Lakes]( "Michael Lakes")
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Michael Lakes
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 3 years of experience
(317) 608-6062
Ext. 800
22 E Washington St
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Criminal, Business, Juvenile and Workers' Comp
Michael Lakes joined our Indianapolis office in July of 2024. Before that, he was employed with the Indiana Department of Child Services providing legal services to field staff to help promote compliance with Indiana law and child welfare. As soon as he graduated from law school, Michael joined a general practice firm in Martinsville, IN where he represented clients in criminal, civil, and family law.
Mr. Lakes was raised in Connersville, IN. He now lives in Indianapolis with his wife, son, and daughter.
EDUCATION
Indiana University McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, IN
Juris Doctor, 2021
Full Tuition Award Student Bar Association 1L Representative
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![Marcelino Lopez]( "Marcelino Lopez")
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Marcelino Lopez
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
![Eugene Hollander]( "Eugene Hollander")
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Eugene Hollander
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 51 years of experience
Retired from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, CA
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN 46204
Criminal, Appeals, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Principle: Eugene C. Hollander
Email:ehollander@eugenehollander.com
Practice Areas: Criminal Law; Litigation; General Practice.
Admitted: 1973, Indiana
Law School: Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis, J.D.
College: Indiana University, B.A.
EUGENE C. HOLLANDER has been a practicing Indiana attorney for over 39 years (since 1973). During this time he has conducted over 120 major felony criminal and civil trials. He has prepared, filed and argued over 150 major felony criminal appeals, and civil appeals to the Indiana Court of Appeals, and the Indiana Supreme Court. For 17 years he served as a felony court public defender in the Superior Courts of Marion County, Indianapolis, Indiana. He has represented individuals...
![James Edgar]( "James Edgar")
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James Edgar
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney
(317) 472-4000
1512 N Delaware St
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN 46202
Criminal
James (Jamie) Edgar is a seasoned criminal defense lawyer with about 30 years trial experience. He practices in both State and Federal courts and has handled some of the most complicated criminal cases to be filed in these courts. He takes relatively few cases so that he and his professional staff and focus more exclusively on getting the best result for you. He also will help you identify the root causes behind your arrest to help make sure this is the last time you find yourself in a criminal courtroom.
![J. Daniel Vaughn]( "J. Daniel Vaughn")
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J. Daniel Vaughn
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
![Jessie Cook]( "Jessie Cook")
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Jessie Cook
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
Criminal and White Collar Crime
Jessie A. Cook represents individuals accused of major felonies in state and federal courts. She graduated from IU Maurer School of Law (1979, cum laude), the National College of Criminal Defense and the Darrow College of Capital Defense. She teaches advanced trial advocacy at the Maurer School of Law- Bloomington, and for various continuing legal education programs including the Federal Defender Organization, the National Institute of Trial Advocacy, and ICLEF’s Trial Advocacy Skills College. Jessie is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of its Access to Justice Committee. She served on the Indiana Supreme...
![K. Michael Gaerte]( "K. Michael Gaerte")
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K. Michael Gaerte
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney
(317) 920-9720
141 E. Washington Street
Suite 200
Indianapolis City (Balance), IN 46204
Criminal
![Carey Donovan York]( "Carey Donovan York")
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Carey Donovan York
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, Divorce and Family
![Israel Nunez Cruz]( "Israel Nunez Cruz")
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Israel Nunez Cruz
Marion County, IN Criminal Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
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