Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Valparaiso, IN

24 firms listed · 7 in Valparaiso · 2 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Patton Law

Patton Law

(31)
  • Team
  • Legal Matter
  • Compassion
“Thank you again Patton law office you made my handling of my mothers property feel like a Sunday cruise while I was expecting stuck in rush hour traffic in a blizzard (from what I heard about from others going through the same) I definitely won't loo...”
In Business Since 2013
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
55 Franklin St, Valparaiso, IN
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Harper and Harper

Harper and Harper

(46)
  • Spoke
  • Expungement
  • Law Firm
“Harper And Harper was an Amazing Law Firm Jessie Harper and Debbie Handled My Case Professionally and Fast I Give them A 10 star 🌟 out There the Best Attorneys in The NORTHWEST Indiana Area If your Looking for People that know how to Handle a Case A...”
In Business Since 2015
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
304 W U.S. Hwy 6 Suite A, Valparaiso, IN
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David R. Phillips, Attorney at Law

David R. Phillips, Attorney at Law

(28)
  • Child Support
  • Text
  • Calls
“Today Mr Philips helped me win custody off my daughter … I never had to worry and plus he mad the situation as simple as possible for me I would highly recommend him to anybody”
In Business Since 2014
61 Indiana Ave # A, Valparaiso, IN
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OTT LAW Group

OTT LAW Group

(11)
  • Car
“Jason is a very good lawyer he is honest he is will tell you up front what's going on he don't beat around the bush and he's a very professional and he also knows how to get the job done and quickly he did something for my dad and it was right on ver...”
In Business Since 2019
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
13 E Lincolnway Suite 201, Valparaiso, IN
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Kohlhoff Law

Kohlhoff Law

(2)
“I waited longer than I should have to get my own will in order and Alissa did a fantastic job.”
In Business Since 2002
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
360 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso, IN
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Christina Maas Law Office

Christina Maas Law Office

(12)
  • Call
  • Children
“After calling 4 different porter county attorneys and leaving voicemails, including a lake county attorney firm who just literally did a couple thousand dollars of other issue legal work for me a year and a half ago, who could not even call me back o...”
30+ Years Experience
601 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN
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The 24 firms listed for Valparaiso, IN defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Valparaiso, IN

7 of the 24 firms we list are based in Valparaiso; the other 17 serve Valparaiso from towns including Merrillville (14 mi), Portage (8 mi) and Chesterton (9 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,501 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "knowledge". 2 are open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (3), auto accidents (2), drug crimes (2), estate planning (2) and expungements (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 52 years. 2 offer urgent consultations; 13 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Valparaiso shown on this page?

7 of the 24 firms are based in Valparaiso; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

Law Office Of Alicia J. McClean

Law Office Of Alicia J. McClean

(1)
“They were friendly and helpful.”
In Business Since 2013
6 Morgan Blvd, Valparaiso, IN
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Law Office of Roy Dominguez

Law Office of Roy Dominguez

(50)
  • Questions
  • Understanding
  • Attorney
“Roy is detail oriented, good communication via phone/text and follows-up with any pending items making the process as easy and stress free as possible.”
In Business Since 2012
Coupons & Offers
Free Initial Consultation
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Fugate Law Firm

Fugate Law Firm

(47)
  • Knowledge
  • Information
  • Questions
“I have been a client of both Attorney Fugate and Attorney Tyler Van Kuiken and I have been very satisfied with their results and work that they have done for me, they are both very professional, polite, kind and responsive.”
In Business Since 2013
BBB Rating: A+
Free Initial Consultation
Hobart, IN · 11 mi from Valparaiso
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Robert A. Plantz & Associates

Robert A. Plantz & Associates

(45)
  • Happy
  • Confident
  • Aggressive
“His associates and office staff were incredibly helpful and always quick to respond to my nervous worried emails/calls (even if my questions were redundant) with answers that always made sense~ without making me feel like I was wasting their time!!”
In Business Since 2012
BBB Rating: A+
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Moseley & Martinez Accident & Injury Lawyers

Moseley & Martinez Accident & Injury Lawyers

(49)
  • Job
  • Knowledge
  • Law Firm
“Hi my name is Sherry Sagan I had a complicated tax issue with my home regarding property taxes, and an illegal indiana tax sale, no one wanted the case, except Moseley and Martinez!”
In Business Since 2015
Accepts Check, All Major Credit Cards, Debit
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Galvan Law

Galvan Law

(47)
  • Emails
  • Job
  • Phone Calls
“Got a pretty hefty speeding ticket with a lot of wrong info entered into it and only 5 days until my court date from the citation, Brett walked me through how to take care of it with the county and even said it would be cheaper not to hire him.”
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
Hebron, IN · 13 mi from Valparaiso
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Latulip Law Offices

Latulip Law Offices

(44)
  • Communication
  • Insurance
  • Law Firms
“I've used Matthew for my self years ago and few months back for my brother and today for a other family member I highly recommended him he is very caring and talks to you with respect and feelings also understanding and understanding with today's you...”
In Business Since 2002
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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The Region Lawyers

The Region Lawyers

(50)
  • Misdemeanor
  • Plea
  • Case
“Mr Brown also became a confidant and a friend to me reached out to me regularly checked to see how my mental health was doing and even showed concern of my family.”
In Business Since 2021
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Law Office of Weiss, Schmidgall and Hires

Law Office of Weiss, Schmidgall and Hires

(41)
  • Sleep
  • Paralegal
  • Law Firm
“I'm taking a few moments to express my sincerest gratitude for the most excellent assistance I received by Attorney Jessica Mc Pheeters (and her assistants) to secure property purchase that was somewhat complex due to the number of sellers involved, ...”
In Business Since 2000
Free Initial Consultation
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Law Office of Adam Tavitas

Law Office of Adam Tavitas

(46)
  • Traffic
  • Fees
  • Prices
“From the very beginning he assured me that everything will work out to my benefit and within a month we had the case closed with an extremely favorable outcome!”
In Business Since 2019
Chesterton, IN · 9 mi from Valparaiso
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Vouga Barnes & Denny

Vouga Barnes & Denny

(45)
  • Video
  • Plea Deal
  • Court
“As for my wife this was her first offense and he got her off with pre trial diversion meaning as long as she stay out of trouble for a year they will wipe her record clean, along with 30 hour community service!”
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Portage, IN · 8 mi from Valparaiso
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Thiros & Thiros Attorneys at Law

Thiros & Thiros Attorneys at Law

(10)
“I have worked with both of these lawyers on many cases over the last 20 plus years and always found them to be top notch, professional and obtained excellent results.”
In Business Since 1974
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Law Office of John M. Vazanellis

Law Office of John M. Vazanellis

(27)
  • Ticket
  • Results
  • Court
“Most other offices just offer to do paperwork that you could just do yourself, but John listened to my situation, understood why I felt wronged by the system, and fought for me.”
In Business Since 2017
Free Initial Consultation
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Calderaro & Kazmierczak

Calderaro & Kazmierczak

(26)
  • Results
  • Knowledge
  • Questions
“If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing a divorce attorney, knowing you have a man like Ed Calderaro on your side, making your case for you, can make the situation much more tolerable.”
In Business Since 2022
Free Initial Consultation
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Law Office Of Matthew N. Fech P.C

Law Office Of Matthew N. Fech P.C

(18)
  • Results
“Helped my father dismiss a speeding ticket.”
In Business Since 2003
Licensed
Free Initial Consultation
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Law Office of Patrick W Young

Law Office of Patrick W Young

(15)
““ Abundance of tickets , charges or need to file bankruptcy there's nobody better to sort your life out for these misfortunate events “ I am forever thankful to Patrick Young and staff .”
In Business Since 1988
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Gary, IN · 17 mi from Valparaiso
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Dogan & Dogan Attorneys At Law

Dogan & Dogan Attorneys At Law

(17)
  • Communication
  • Questions
  • Results
“I first meet Tom Dogan when he represented a well-known excavating and trucking firm that we were involved in bringing suit against the General Contractor and I was wishing Tom was my Counsel.”
In Business Since 1986
Portage, IN · 8 mi from Valparaiso
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Thomas Olson Attorney at Law

Thomas Olson Attorney at Law

(15)
“I been dealing with Mr Olsen for 3 years today is my finally court date if it wasn't for him I be in jail right now he never gives up even when I was giving up on him he made sure that I was ok thank you Mr Olsen for everything you done for me and my...”
In Business Since 2019
Merrillville, IN · 14 mi from Valparaiso
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Valparaiso, IN Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1500
Maximum cost
$18000
National Average
$5500
Avg Per Hour Rates
$350
$3500
$6000
Fair price range is based on 390 cost profiles
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Average Cost $5500
Minimum cost $1500
Maximum cost $18000
Avg Per Hour Rates $350

Fair range $3500 to $6000 is based on 390 cost profiles.

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