Firm: Floyd County Public Defender
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Matthew Lorch is an attorney licensed to practice law in Indiana and Kentucky with a broad practice background. Mr. Lorch serves as a department head as the Chief Public Defender in Floyd County Indiana, and also represents indigent clients charged with crimes or who are involved in children in need of services (CHINS) cases. Mr. Lorch previously engaged in extensive private practice in a variety of areas.. The following is required by the Kentucky and Indiana Bar Associations:. “THIS IS AN ADVERTISEMENT.” This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship.
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
For over 20 years, I have fought to protect my clients' Constitutional Rights and their presumption of innocence in a day and age where people seem to be presumed guilty and must be proven innocent. You need to have an aggressive defense attorney on your side to make sure you receive the best outcome for your case. I have tried cases ranging from murder, arson, robbery, rape, and sexual batter all the way down to traffic tickets. Contact us today for a free consultation @ or .
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Firm: Matthew W. Chapel, Trial Lawyer
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Stracci Law Group
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Maryam A. Afshar-Stewart's rapid rise through the legal field is the result of a deeply-rooted work ethic, singleness of purpose, and the lifelong pursuit of one goal..to win. Even as a child, Maryam always knew she was going to be an attorney. The first-generation daughter of an immigrant mother and father, Maryam learned early in life that success comes to those willing to put in the work. As a result, while still completing her bachelor's degree at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois, Maryam's persistence and academic achievement helped her secure a position at the prestigious Chicago law firm of Kirkland and Ellis, LLP where she assisted attorneys in preparing major cases for complex litigation as well as other sophisticated transactional matters.. After gaining valuable experience in private practice and obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Psychology, Maryam attended Valparaiso University Law School, in Valparaiso, Indiana where she received her Juris Doctor degree in 2016. During her time in law school, Maryam gained valuable insight as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Judge E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., presiding judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois as well as the Honorable Judge Samuel L. Cappas in the Lake Superior Court Criminal Division, Lake County, Indiana. Maryam also gained practical experience as a part of Valparaiso University Law School’s Criminal Clinic where she defended indigent clients charged with a range of misdemeanors and felonies. In addition, Maryam was a member of the Valparaiso University Law Review Executive Board where she authored and published the article Wrongfully Incarcerated Never Fully Compensated: An Examination of Indiana’s Failure to Indemnify Exonerated Inmates, a discussion of the pervasive problem of wrongful incarceration and the lack of just compensation for those later found to be innocent. Maryam also worked directly with the metro homicide unit in the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office. Maryam was President of the Women Law Student’s Association and Vice-President of the Muslim Students Association.. After graduating law school in 2016, Maryam accepted a position as a deputy prosecuting attorney with the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office where she has prosecuted hundreds of felonies and misdemeanors. Maryam has conducted twenty trials and has secured convictions in complex murders, domestic violence, kidnapping, and sexual assault cases at trial. She was also selected to assist in the prosecution of a death penalty case.. Maryam's reputation as a tough, aggressive trial attorney earned her an appointment by elected Lake County Prosecutor, Bernard Carter, to the newly-formed Lake County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victim’s Unit, which specializes in prosecuting cases of sexual assault, domestic violence, and domestic violence related homicides. Maryam has extensive experience and has received training from experts throughout the country on the particular and unique issues involved in the prosecution of sex crimes and domestic violence. Maryam has also served as keynote speaker at forums to discuss the prosecution and defense of cases involving domestic violence and sex crimes.She has also conducted various trainings for law enforcement officers and nurses on topics that include investigation, prosecution, and courtroom testimony. Maryam was also a member of the Lake County Sexual Assault Response Team.. Outside the Prosecutor’s Office, Maryam worked as an Adjunct Professor of Law at her alma mater, Valparaiso University Law School, educating the next generation of attorneys in trial practice.. Having mastered the intricacies of prosecution work, Maryam joined Stracci Law Group and brought with her that same belief that success comes to those willing to put in the work and continues the pursuit of what has always been her goal..to win!
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Firm: Worthley Law LLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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Firm: Bowers Brewer Garrett & Wiley, LLP
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Dekalb County Public Defender
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Mark Small Attorney at Law
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Contact: (317) 252-4800
Firm: Superior Court of Lake County-County Division IV
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Rogers & Dove
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Contact: (812) 346-2139
Firm: Wayne Superior Court 3
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: May Oberfell Lorber
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Halpin Slagh PC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Law Office of Lun Kham Pieper, LLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Gibson County Public Defender
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Rhame & Elwood Attorneys at Law
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Yandt & Friedman PC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Contact: (219) 326-1264