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Peter Capofari is an experienced trial attorney receiving not guilty verdicts in cases ranging from operating while intoxicated to attempted murder.. Pete was a scholarship recipient and graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law located in Miami Gardens, Florida. Pete began his legal career in Florida as a Certified Legal Intern and then as a Deputy Prosecutor in Hendricks County and Elkhart County.. With over fifteen years of experience in criminal law, in multiple jurisdictions, as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, Pete possesses a unique expertise to assist you with your case. “A lot of times people are embarrassed by getting arrested. I think that my greatest attribute is my empathy and getting to understand each client’s specific goal with their case and then having both the skill to litigate the case successfully and if needed to also negotiate an agreeable resolution.”. Born in Brooklyn, New York, but raised along the east coast as an Army Brat in South Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland, Pete has learned from an early age to adapt quickly and easily confront new situations. As a trial attorney, the ability to quickly read the room and make valued judgements has served him well in the courtroom winning not guilty verdicts from Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated to Attempted Murder.. “I know it sounds corny, but I went to law school to help people. As a criminal defense attorney I have found that I can have a significant positive impact on people’s lives, life changing results. I believe compassion and responsiveness is what separates me from other attorneys along with a proven track record of success at trial.”. Pete is licensed to practice law in Florida (inactive), New York and Indiana.

Tim is a graduate of ButlerUniversity earning a degree with High Honors in Sociology/Criminal Justice, and a minor in Political Science.  While at Butler, Tim was a member and officer in the Beta Zeta Chapter of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity; a member of Order of Omega, a Greek honorary society; a member of Alpha Kappa Delta, the International Sociology Honorary Society; and the recipient of the Butler University Sociology Department’s Edwin Sutherland Award, which is given to the student who best shows an aptitude for criminology.  During his freshman year, Tim was a member of the Butler University Baseball Team, and currently enjoys playing competitive baseball in the Indiana Adult Baseball League.. Tim continued his education at the Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis.  During law school, he participated as an Associate Editor of the Indiana Health Law Review, and earned the honor of having his student note published in the 2006 issue.  Tim earned Dean’s List recognition and was a member of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society while in law school.. Tim joined Richards, Boje, Pickering, Benner & Becker in 2005, as a law clerk while still attending law school.  Tim began full-time as an attorney with the firm following his admission to the Indiana Bar in 2006.  Since joining the firm, Tim has enjoyed working on a variety of legal issues, and focuses his practice primarily in the areas of criminal defense and juvenile delinquency matters.  Tim gained significant experience in the field of juvenile delinquency while working as a bailiff in the Marion County Juvenile Court prior to law school. He currently serves as a public defender for juveniles through a pauper contract with HamiltonCounty.  In addition to his work in criminal defense and juvenile delinquency, he practices in the areas of personal injury, family law, estate planning, and other civil matters.. Tim currently resides in Carmel, Indiana with his wife Jane, and their daughter and son.

Trampas practices law in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, and Civil Litigation.  In addition to his practice as an attorney, Trampas is a Registered Domestic Relations Mediator, and an Inactive Registered Civil Mediator.  Trampas grew up in small town Southern Indiana, and now both lives and practices law in Downtown Noblesville, Indiana.  Trampas is accepting new clients, and offers free 30-minute consultations to potential new clients, upon request.  Dollard Evans Whalin LLP is a full service firm, and handles a broad range of service in a variety of practice areas ranging from those mentioned above to estate planning and administration, to bankruptcy, and more.  Please don't hesitate to contact us to set up a free consultation.

Experienced trial attorney with 20 years litigating complex drug trafficking, gang, and violent crime cases. In April of 2020, I joined the firm of Arnold Terrill, P.C., with the desire to put my extensive trial and litigation experience into practice defending those who have been charged with criminal offenses.. However, for 17 years prior to joining Arnold Terrill, P.C., I was employed as the deputy prosecutor in charge of the Vice and Narcotics division of the Allen County Prosecutor's Office. In that role, I oversaw the prosecution of every felony drug, gang and firearm prosecution in Allen County, Indiana--literally thousands of felony cases. During that time, in addition to conducting at least 120 jury trials related to drug and gun prosecution, I also conducted at least 15 murder trials.  In addition to having invaluable trial experience and instincts, I also possess a deep understanding of an individual's consittutional rights--especially those associated with search and seizure, self-incrimination, due process and the right to counsel in criminal prosecutions.  In my position at the Allen County Prosecutor's office, it was my job to oversee thousands of search warrants and to review every felony case for potential violations of the constitutional rights of the citizens of Indiana. As a result of my knowledge in these areas, I refused to file cases in which a police officer clearly violated the constitutional rights of a suspect--either knowingly or inadvertently (most violations are inadvertent).  Due to this policy, during my 17 years overseeing the Vice and Narcotics Division, only a handful of the cases I approved were thrown out as a result of a defense motion to exclude the evidence.. If you should choose me to represent you during this difficult time in your life, I promise to utilize my many years of experience to provide you with the best possible defense that these years of experience can provide.  Thank you for taking the time to consider me, and I look forward to representing you.

Matt Chapel is not your typical Attorney. He is a veteran and, as a trial lawyer, he has a winning track record of bringing results to his clients. Most importantly, he takes your case personally and you can be confident that he will use his trial experience, as well as his experience as a Marine to give your case the attention it deserves for the best possible results.

Southern Indiana Attorney/Lawyer dedicated to helping people through their most trying times.. Have you ever thought that the hand of fate put you where you are today? Years of practicing law has led me to conclude that the universe opens doors for you when you choose the path that is meant for you. I can remember wanting to be an attorney when I was a little boy, in elementary school, even before I knew what it really meant to be an attorney. Since then, the doors of the universe have opened for me as I dedicated myself to the art of trial advocacy and to helping my clients make the best decisions in the worst of circumstances. I began my legal career in 2003, as a trial deputy in the St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office in South Bend, Indiana. In 2006, I returned home here to Clark County, Indiana, where I worked as a trial deputy in all of the Clark County Courts. After having completed dozens of trials for the State of Indiana, I began a career in a law firm here in Jeffersonville, Indiana, handling civil litigation, and trying cases on behalf of clients in a variety of contexts. In 2015, I decided to open my own law firm, and to dedicate myself to providing criminal defendants here in Southern Indiana an experienced, tested and proven trial attorney to help them make the right choices for themselves and their families. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges here in Southern Indiana, maybe the universe has opened this door for you for a reason. Make the right choice now, and call Bob Bottorff Law PC today.

Cary J. Hurst, a graduate of Floyd Central High School, attended North Dakota State College of Science on a basketball scholarship. In his sophomore year, he was named an NDCAC All-Conference Performer. He graduated cum laude from Oral Roberts University in Oklahoma in 1990. Having an interest in both theology and law, Mr. Hurst earned a Master of Divinity degree from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville and a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University Of Louisville School Of Law. Mr. Hurst is also a graduate of the Indiana Trial Advocacy College. Mr. Hurst has been admitted to practice in the state courts of Indiana as well as the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana. He is a member of the Floyd County Bar Association.

I have been practicing law in Southern Indiana since 1996.  I was born and raised in this area and have strong ties to the community.  I am proud to have served in the United States Air Force and love what I do.. I devote most of my legal time to criminal defense and family law but also handle a wide range of other matters for my clients.. I never charge for my initial consultation.  If you decide not to hire me, you owe nothing for your first visit.

Ryan Bower is an attorney committed to helping those people going through family crisis or those that have been charged with committing a crime. He was admitted to the Indiana Bar and the Kentucky Bar in 2006. Ryan is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. He received his legal education at Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. He is a member of the American Bar Association, American Association for Justice, Indiana State Bar Association and the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. He primarily practices in Orange County, Indiana; Washington County, Indiana; Harrison County, Indiana; Jackson County, Indiana; Scott County, Indiana; and Crawford County, Indiana.

I have led several internal investigations in the United Statesand foreign countries, from both sides of the investigation.  These investigations have uncovered fraud,corruption and deception on the part of rogue employees or subsidiaries.  I have assisted my clients in beingpro-active to root out problems from within and protecting them from elementsthat might have financial or regulatory consequences.. I appeared on TruTV (formerly Court TV) tocomment on the trial of State v. Houston,Roane Criminal No. 13404A and B (allegations of a double homicide entailingthe death of two police officers).. While a Federal Prosecutor with the U.S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency, I provided advice as to legal issues and possibleramifications of policy decisions on complex cases, national and internationalin scope, arising in the enforcement of the criminal provisions ofenvironmental statutes.  Further, I served as a national consultant on criminal enforcement of environmental statutes,primarily responsible for reviewing EPA's national and international criminalenforcement activities.  Lastly, I representedthe criminal enforcement branch of EPA, providing assistance to senior agencyofficials in preparation of Congressional testimony.

I am dedicated to providing the best legal services to my clients.  I will provide hard work, diligent representation, and sound counsel.  What follows are a number of quotes from various clients, another lawyer, and judges concerning my work:. "innovative and unorthodox" -- opposing counsel. "best attorney I ever had" -- client. "couldn't have won with anyone else fighting for me" -- client. "exhibits the highest ethical and moral qualities" -- judge. "hardest working, friendliest, and results getting lawyer I know" -- client. "always prepared" -- judge

John graduated from Grove City College, Pennsylvania, in 1984 where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Soon after graduating from the Valparaiso University School of Law, he began his legal career as a Deputy Prosecutor in the Porter County Prosecutor’s Office in Valparaiso, Indiana. There, he successfully prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. Several years later, he entered private practice. It was at this time that he found his true passion. Since 1991, John quickly developed a reputation as a zealous and aggressive criminal defense attorney. He has devoted his career to defending the people of Northwest Indiana and ensuring that their rights are fiercely protected. He is admitted to practice law in not only the State Courts in Indiana, but he is also licensed to practice federally in both the Northern and Southern Districts of the Seventh Circuit. He has successfully tried and obtained acquittals in numerous jury trials in both State and Federal court. Over the last twenty years, John has built a dynamic law firm serving Northwest Indiana, specializing in Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Civil Litigation. John is a member of the Porter County Bar Association, The Lake County Bar Association, and the prestigious National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Even though he personally specializes in Criminal Defense, trying cases ranging from drug offenses to felony Murder and Attempted Murder charges, John also devotes time to civil litigation, including Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment cases.. John is also a passionate and devoted Animal Rights activist and serves pro bono as the attorney for the Porter County Animal Shelter. In his spare time, John can be found rescuing abandoned and neglected animals, spending time with his family, traveling abroad, and as an avid runner, he can often be seen running the beautiful country roads in rural Porter County.