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YOUR DEDICATED LAWYER. John M. Acosta Jr. was born and raised in Southern California. In July 1996, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served as a Military Police Officer for almost two years, with his remaining three years as a Military Police K-9 Officer, at various military installations and was honorably discharged. In 2001, he pursued a career in law enforcement. He spent almost twelve years with various Police and Sheriff’s Offices throughout the State of Georgia. During that time, he worked as a patrol officer and was eventually promoted to the rank of Sergeant. As a U.S. Army Military Police Veteran and Law Enforcement Officer in State of Georgia, he has over 15 years of combined law enforcement experience. During those years he performed numerous DUI, misdemeanor, and felony investigations. Additionally, he has worked as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the State of Indiana and has conducted numerous state court bench and jury trials. Although, he does not consider himself an expert, he does consider himself highly qualified to interpret and evaluate law enforcement actions.. This profile and/or website are intended for general information and advertising purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. Any communication with us through the use of this website and/or profile does not constitute or intended to create, an attorney-client relationship. We strongly encourage you to consult an attorney of your choosing to thoroughly review your legal issues. Once you select and retain an attorney of your choosing that is when an attorney-client relationship begins.

When you have an unresolved legal matter, you want a lawyer who will take the time to carefully listen to your concerns — one who understands that your legal situation is unique.  Whether you are considering filing for bankruptcy, trying to stop a foreclosure, filing for divorce or custody mattetrs, or dealing with legal issues arising from the operation of a business, you want an attorney who can help you resolve your problem efficiently and cost-effectively.  At my firm, Richard P. Busse, Attorney at Law, I represent individuals and businesses throughout northwest Indiana.  I have built my successful practice on a commitment to personal service and attention to detail.  I don't operate a volume business or offer one-size-fits-all solutions.  Instead, I take the time to learn about your situation and your objectives, so that I can develop the solution that is right for you.

Trial lawyer committed to the jury system and helping people.

Though only licensed since 2016, I have had the pleasure of meeting with clients to discuss their estate planning and elder law needs for several years as a law clerk in an Estate Planning Law Firm with offices in Northwest Indiana, South Bend, and Lafayette.. My client-focused approach means I do not require clients to come to my office. I meet clients in their home, their advisor's office, or maybe even a coffee shop. I believe in a reasonable fee for services provided. Additionally, your fee will be based on what you need - not the value of your estate or what I think I could get you to pay. My fee schedule is available at our first meeting.. I have worked with dozens of clients, discussing their concerns, life changes, and family dynamics. I explained options for them to consider in simple, non-legalese terms.. One thing I have heard from so many people the last several years is that I do not come across as a "normal" attorney, because they can understand what I am talking about. I used to tell people that I was not an attorney (during my clerk-time) and I would strive to stay that way after being sworn-in.. Dozens of clients have specifically said to me that they appreciated my conversational style and ability to explain complex legal concepts in everyday terms. Additionally, they say that I truly listened to their concerns and then gave them options that address what they need.. Recently, during a meeting with the CFO of a local company with international distribution, he stopped in the middle of the conversation to say he appreciated that I spoke with him. He said more often than not, he feels like attorneys talk down to him.. I have more than thirty years of experience in the work-a-day world. I have worked in a large university in development; a small, local non-profit serving the homeless community; a Fortune 150 company in sales and sales management; and in radio -on-air, management, and sales.. The foundations of my style include serving clients, bringing out the best in people I work with, and keeping a broad view of even small matters. I believe that each citizen has a right to the full powers of the law, regardless of the fee paid. My fees are set as reasonable for the services provided - not on the pure value of assets or income.. I encourage you to schedule a time to meet. We can discuss your estate planning and elder law questions, review your current planning documents to make sure they still meet your current needs, and/or concerns you may have about parents or children's care. Learn about how to take advantage of a complimentary, 30-minute consultation by visiting my website -

My firm is committed to rendering quality legal advice at affordable rates, allowing equal access through the State's juducial system by all.

Mr. Millbranth previously practiced in Winamac, Pulaski County, Indiana for a period of twenty (20) years prior to moving to Valparaiso, Indiana and establishing a partnership in Valparaiso under the name of Millbranth & Bush.. Mr. Millbranth is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association.. Mr. Millbranth concentrates his practice in corporate law, entity development, contract negotiations, elder law, and estate planning and administration.. Mr. Millbranth and his partner Steven M. Bush, started the partnership in April of 1994 and continue to practice under the partnership of Millbranth & Bush, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, 2601 Chicago Street, Unit B, Valparaiso, Indiana.. Areas of Practice. Bar Admissions. Education. Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana. J.D. - 1974. College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia. M.A. - 1970. Major: Colonial History. Indiana University, Bloomington, IN. B.A. - 1966. Major: Economics. Professional Associations and Memberships. Indiana State Bar Association, 1974 - Present. Past Employment Positions. Millbranth Law Office, Sole Practitioner, 1974 - 1994

Mr. Langer was recently rated by his peers in the Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ process, an invaluable service to the legal community that enables members to benefit from the candid and objective peer-to-peer feedback of other lawyers. Martindale-Hubbell® facilitates peer reviews on a continuous basis in two key ways: conducting reviews on randomly selected attorneys/judges and by surveying names of legal professionals that lawyers nominate as references. He has received an AV Preeminent® Rating, one that distinguishes him within the highest classification of attorneys.. In addition to Attorney Langer’s extensive list of achievements, he was also nominated and accepted as the 2015-2018 Three Years 10 Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Attorneys who are selected by AIOFLA must pass the organization’s strict selection process, which looks at a legal professionals’ relationship and reputation with clients in his or her field. In order to be considered for selection, attorneys must be nominated be peers or clients – after research and independent evaluations done by AIOFLA, the organization gathers a list composed of only the top legal professionals to be used as a resource for potential clients.

Mark grew up in Central Indiana and earned his law degree from the Valparaiso University School of Law in 2007, where he also met his wife. He is admitted to practice in Indiana and Illinois. Before law school, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan in 2003. During his time at Michigan, Mark lived in Germany for a year, studying at the University in Freiburg. He is fluent in German.. Outside of the office, Mark regularly volunteers in the community. In the past, he has been involved with the Lions Club, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mark completed the Indy Bar Leader Series in 2010. Previously, Mark volunteered with the Whitestown Planning Commission and served as President, where he learned the nuts and bolts of land use, zoning and planning. In addition, he is an Eagle Scout and supports the Boy Scouts of America. Currently, Mark is a member of the Porter County Bar Association and the La Porte County Bar Association.. Mark is married to Tara, and they have a son, Nick. In addition to his family, Mark enjoys living in northwest Indiana, traveling, his two dogs, golfing, trivia, scuba diving, skiing and being a sports fan.

I believe in our Constitution, that all citizens have a right to access our court system and in our fundamental right to a trial by jury.. I help people who are the victims of serious errors access our court system to hold wrongdoers accountable and to help change unsafe conduct.

I have the best job in the world.  Every day, I meet with wonderful people who love their families, and want to protect their loved ones, keep them out of court, save money, and make things easier for them in the future.  Our estate plans enable our clients to help avoid unnecessary placement in nursing homes.  This alone can save up to $7500 every month, while allowing the clients to preserve their privacy, dignity and quality of life by remaining in their own homes as long as possible.  In the unlikely event that nursing home care IS required, our estate plans contain the tools necessary to do Medicaid Planning.  Typically, this allows the client to qualify for medicaid much more quickly, without having to SPEND DOWN everything they have been working for their entire lives.  All we do at Rice & Rice is estate planning, and we have been practicing law for almost 42 years.. I am extremely proud of the people who work together with us at Rice & Rice.  One of our paralegals started working with us 40 years ago; another 38 years ago; another 27 years ago.  All of these people have a wealth of experience, and have been doing primarily only estate planning for many decades.. I am also Co-Pastor at our local church, and we own and operate a Christian radio station which has been on the air 24 hours a day for the past 10 years.

I am licensed to practice law in both Indiana and Illinois and I have practiced law for ten years.  I concentrate my practice in the areas of consumer bankruptcy and criminal defense.  I have formerly served as the Program Chairperson for the Paralegal Studies program at the Valparaiso Campus of Ivy Tech Community College and have taught courses in both bankruptcy and criminal law.  I have also lectured on the subject of bankruptcy law at Valparaiso University School of Law.  In addition, I have previously served as a deputy public defender in Porter County, Indiana, and have represented hundreds of clients in criminal proceedings.. I am a member of the Indiana State Bar Association, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and I currently serve as the Vice President for the Porter County Bar Association.. For additional information about me, please go to .

I am a life-long resident of Northwest Indiana and I attended Valparaiso University's Law School. I have been practicing law for 7 years and worked as a deputy prosecuting attorney before opening my law firm. That means I have a lot of courtroom experience and will be comfortable being Your Voice in court. I have practiced law in Lake County, Porter County, LaPorte County, Jasper County, Starke County & Tippecanoe County throughout my career.. The benefit of being a former deputy prosecuting attorney is that I have significant trial experience. In 2024 I went to trial on six (6) murder cases, as well as completed other trials in my career. This means I know how to present complex legal issues before a jury when representing my clients. This trial experience helps give me a competitive edge in negotiating cases on behalf of my clients - both criminal and personal injury cases. However, if we (my client and myself) do not believe negotiations are going the way we like, then we will go to trial to present the case we believe in to a jury and/or judge.. Every case is different. Every case deserves the highest level of due diligence. When I take on a new case, I review every piece of evidence so that I can give you informed legal advice. I also believe in a patient approach where I will take the time to answer all of your questions. My goal is to make sure you know how your case will impact your life, that means: Career impact, driving privileges, right to own a firearm, etc. We will decide how to proceed on your case as a team once we have gone over the facts and evidence of your case.

Bryan L. Bradley is a senior partner in the personal injury law firm of ALLEN LAW GROUP, LLC. He focuses his practice on catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death, concentrating in heavy truck and bus crash litigation.He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1991 and Juris Doctorate from Valparaiso University School of Law in 1994. Mr. Bradley is admitted to practice law in both Indiana and Illinois, before the United States Supreme Court, and various lower federal courts.Mr. Bradley has been selected by Best Lawyers in the areas of Plaintiffs Personal Injury and Plaintiff Product Liability. He holds an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale Hubbell. His honors include the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Trucking Trial Lawyers Top 10, and Indiana Super Lawyers.A sustaining member of the American Association for Justice, Mr. Bradley is strong advocate for the rights of those injured and in the interests of improving safety whether on the nation’s highways or elsewhere. He is a sustaining member of the Indiana Trial Lawyer Association where he also serves on the Board of Directors and is a College of Fellows inductee. Mr. Bradley is also a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyer Association; Attorney’s Information Exchange Group; Million Dollar Advocates Forum Life Member; a Life Fellow of the Indiana Bar Foundation; and serves on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.Mr. Bradley is a contributing author to Truck Accident Litigation, Second and Third Editions, published by the American Bar Association. Mr. Bradley is retired from the United States Army Reserve Judge Advocate General Corps and is a graduate of the Army Command and General Staff College, US Army Airborne and Infantry Schools. He has spent his entire legal career representing those who have been injured or killed due to the negligence of others. Mr. Bradley has never represented companies or corporations in defense of those parties. In his free time, he can often be found hanging out with his wife and their pack of six German Shepherds and a Siberian Husky.

Angelica C. Schultis focuses her practice in the areas of Family Law, Social Security Disability and Veterans Disability. An accredited attorney with the Department of Veterans Affairs, she is a dedicated veterans’ disability advocate. She also serves as a guardian ad litem for family law cases and is a registered family law mediator on the Indiana Registry of Approved Court Mediators.. Before joining the firm in 2011, Ms. Schultis practiced Social Security Disability and Veterans Disability law with a multi-state law firm. She earned a Paralegal Diploma from Northwestern College in 1995 and a bachelor’s degree in general studies and political science from Indiana University South Bend in 2004. She then advanced her legal career by graduating from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2008. During law school, she was honored to serve as a federal judicial extern to Hon. William C. Lee and to Hon. Allen Sharp.. Ms. Schultis has presented and lectured at numerous continuing legal education forums, Inns of Court, and other groups. Her article “Veteran Disability and Attorney Representation,” was published by the Indiana Bar Association in its November 2023 publication Res Gestae. Martindale-Hubbell, a prime resource leader for attorneys, awarded her its Platinum Client Champion Award in 2022, 2023, and 2024, recognizing her ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service.. Actively engaged in her community, Ms. Schultis currently serves as President of the Board of Directors for Family House, a non-profit organization in Valparaiso, as well as serves on the Board of Directors for the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce.. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and raised in Churubusco, Indiana, Ms. Schultis graduated from Churubusco High School in 1994. After living and working in South Bend as a paralegal, she moved to Valparaiso in 2011. Her background and experience in multiple geographic areas of Indiana enables her to provide a unique understanding and perspective to her clients, whether they live in the Fort Wayne area or Northwest Indiana.. Outside of work, Ms. Schultis enjoys baking and cake-decorating, is a proud Aunt “Gigi,” and is a cat mom to Reagan and Saydee.

Aaron C. Medley is a proud Indiana native and grew up in North Manchester, Indiana. His practice areas focus on landlord/tenant evictions, personal injury cases, contract dispute litigation, worker's compensation claims, family law, and insurance coverages disputes.. Mr. Medley was admitted to the Indiana State Bar and U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana in 2015. In 2012, Mr. Medley received a Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University, cum laude, and went on to graduate from Valparaiso University Law School in 2015. Mr. Medley is a veteran of the United States Navy Reserve and a member of the Indiana State Bar Association and the Indiana Trial Lawyer's Association.