Joel Dee Hand

Joel Dee Hand

also known as Joel D. Hand, Joel Hand

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +2 more

1512 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN

About Joel

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Former Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney with more than 12 years of prosecution experience. Handled all levels of cases from simple misdemeanors to homicides and a death penalty case. Now handling all levels of criminal defense cases throughout Central Indiana.

16 years

40%
DUI and DWI 35%

Formerly served as Fatal Alcohol Crash Team prosecutor in Marion and Hamilton Counties and as the Indiana Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor providing DUI training to police and prosecutors nationwide. Now handling all DUI/DWI/OWI cases from misdemeanors to felonies throughout Central Indiana.

28 years

35%
Expungement 10%

Worked with a small group of attorneys who assisted in the drafting of sample template Petitions for Expungement and Proposed Orders for use in Marion County. Has successfully

14 years

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Formerly served as Fatal Alcohol Crash Team prosecutor in Marion and Hamilton Counties and as the Indiana Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor providing DUI training to police and prosecutors nationwide. Now handling all traffic cases from infractions to misdemeanors and felonies throughout Central Indiana.

28 years

10%
Education 5%

Formerly served as Staff Attorney at the Indiana Department of Education. Now handling teacher license suspension & revocation actions, student suspension & expulsion matters and special education matters.

17 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 30 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Joel D. Hand

1512 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202

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Joel Dee Hand's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (16)
4 star (0)
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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Fantastic and Very Professional 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... to at the licensing agency and explain my unique situation and the relevant law. The result was victory. The licensing sanction was removed from my record and no longer needs to be reported. I highly recommend Joel for administrative and criminal law matters.

Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Education lawyer - knows school law and due process

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... the right decision for my grandson. Highly recommended for school legal issues.

Posted by Daniel | May 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Everything you NEED in an 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... driving while suspended. Always prompt and friendly, while achieving the best results. Thank you Joel!

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thanks a bunch!

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mark Jones

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...ame with you .... BEST ATTORNEY IN INDY 331 2468 for my opinion... Thanks Joel .. From Mark and Shelby

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Joel Dee Hand's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Bennett

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Eugene Mogilevsky

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."

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Yana Applegate

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Delamater

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joel is highly skilled in all criminal matters, simple and complex. I wouldn't hesitate to send him referrals."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.."

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Carl Salzmann

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Joan Champagne

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Susan Rayl

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

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 Section

Executive Committee Member

2011 - 2014

Indiana State Bar Association

Law School for Legislators Planning Committee

Education

1995

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

DePauw University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

ACT Annual Conference

Current Education Legislation

2013

Indiana PTA Annual Meeting

Impact of Indiana Education Reform Legislation

2012

Indiana PTA Legislative Conference

2012 K-12 School Legislative Update

2012

Annual Meeting

Constitutional Dilema of Indiana's School Voucher Program

2012

2012 ICPE Members Meeting

Impact of Indiana Education Reform Legislation

2008

Carroll County Law Enforcement Training

Criminal Law Update

2006

Newly Elected Prosecutors School

Indiana Traffic Law Update

2006

Lethal Weapon - DUI Homicide

Legal Aspects of Fatal Crash Investigations

2005

Protecting Lives, Saving Futures

DUI/OWI Report Writing

2005

Protecting Lives, Saving Futures

Common Challenges & Defenses in OWI/DUI Cases

2005

Protecting Lives, Saving Futures

Legal Aspects of Breath & Blood Alcohol Testing

2005

National Advocacy Center Trial Advocacy I

Direct Examination Tips & Technique in OWI/DUI Cases

2003

Lifesavers

The Team Approach to Fatal Crash Investigations

Languages

English

Activity

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