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also known as Joel D. Hand, Joel Hand
I have more than a decade of experience prosecuting cases in Marion County, Hamilton County, Hendricks County and Carroll County, Indiana. Since 2011, I have been putting that experience to work for my clients in those and other central Indiana counties in matters of criminal law, OWI/DUI/DWI, juvenile law and education law. I look foward to talking to you about how we can best help you and protect all of your legal rights.
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Acquired: 1995
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1512 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202
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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I could not be more impressed with Attorney Joel Hand. I retained his services to help me with a complex legal matter that involved both criminal law and licensing law with a State Board. He explained my options very well and immediately began working on my case. He knew the right people to reach out...
Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
My grandson faced expulsion from school for what I though was an overly aggressive interpretation of the facts. Mr. Hand met with me quickly, listened to the facts, and told me the reality of the different options I had. He was very knowledgeable about discipline in schools. His advice helped me make...
Posted by Daniel | May 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Joel is an extremely knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer. He is what you want in representation: respected, thorough, punctual, compassionate, aggressive, and truly puts the client first. He worked wonders on 2 cases for me. In a tough county he got a favorable DUI case result, and a dismissal of a...
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Hired Joel for an out-of-state traffic violation. He answered my calls promptly, and verbally 'held my hand' every step of the way. "Case Dismissed" was the result. Thanks Joel!
Posted by Mark | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Ive been mislead by alot of attorneys and i will say if you think this is another one ... Your wrong JOEL HAND gave me a chance and trusted me and retained my probationary license and completly turned me n my daughters life around for way a very low price if your honest with him he is more than the s...
"I have known Joel for 15+ years and can say there are few attorneys who are as well versed and knowledgeable in the area of OWI law as Joel, for this I endorse this lawyer."
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 26
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Joel is one of a kind attorney and person. Extremely knowledgeable, ethical, helpful and understanding. He symbolizes everything that legal professionals should be proud of."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joel is highly skilled in all criminal matters, simple and complex. I wouldn't hesitate to send him referrals."
"I have known Joel for two decades. He is knowledgeable and fair. Responds to calls and questions. One of the good guys."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Award of Appreciation, Delphi Police Department
2008
Bellringer Award, Indiana Department of Education
2007
Gold Star Achievement Award, Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council
2007
Award of Appreciation, Westfield Police Department
2007
National President's Award, Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2006
Prosecutor of the Year, Indiana Criminal Justice Institute
2006
Award of Appreciation, Indiana Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2005
Executive Director's Award, Indiana Criminal Justice Institute
2005
Public Service Award, United States Department of Transportation
2004
Prosecutor of the Year Award, Central Indiana Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2004
Award of Appreciation, Marion County Traffic Safety Partnership
2003
Prosecutor of the Year Award, Central Indiana Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2002
Prosecutor of the Year Award, Central Indiana Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2002
Award of Appreciation, City of Beech Grove, Indiana
2011 - Present
Attorney, The Law Offices of Joel D. Hand
2009 - 2010
Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Carroll County Prosecutor's Office
2009 - 2009
Deputy Public Defender, Rush County Public Defender's Office
2007 - 2009
Director of Legislative & Government Relations, Indiana Department of Education
2006 - 2007
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office
2004 - 2006
Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor, Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council
1996 - 2003
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Marion County Prosecutor's Office
1995 - 1996
Legal Counsel, Indiana Department of Education
2019 - Present
Indianapolis Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section Executive Committee
2006 - Present
Hamilton County Bar Association
1998 - Present
Indianapolis Bar Association
1995 - Present
Indiana State Bar Association
2012 - 2014
Indianapolis Bar Association, Solo/Small Firm Practice SectionExecutive Committee Member
2011 - 2014
Indiana State Bar AssociationLaw School for Legislators Planning Committee
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Current Education Legislation
2013
Impact of Indiana Education Reform Legislation
2012
2012 K-12 School Legislative Update
2012
Constitutional Dilema of Indiana's School Voucher Program
2012
Impact of Indiana Education Reform Legislation
2008
Criminal Law Update
2006
Indiana Traffic Law Update
2006
Legal Aspects of Fatal Crash Investigations
2005
DUI/OWI Report Writing
2005
Common Challenges & Defenses in OWI/DUI Cases
2005
Legal Aspects of Breath & Blood Alcohol Testing
2005
Direct Examination Tips & Technique in OWI/DUI Cases
2003
The Team Approach to Fatal Crash Investigations
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