Paul Stanko

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Paul Stanko
Have you been charged with a criminal offense in Indiana? Call Paul Stanko for a FREE consultation.
5.0 star rating
A True Professional!
- Hassan
5.0 star rating
South Bend drunk driving lawyer
- a DUI client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

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Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 888-778-2656
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  • 105 E. Jefferson Blvd.
    Suite 800
    South Bend, IN 46601
    Office: 888-778-2656
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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I have practiced criminal law since January 1979, when, at the age of 23, I became a deputy prosecutor. In 1985, at the age of 30, I became a presiding judge... more

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Client Reviews

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“A True Professional!”

Posted by: Hassan, 2 days ago.

Client Review: Mr. Stanko took on my case two years ago. He's been patient, knowledgeable, thoughtful and informative every time I contact him. He's great and... more
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5 star rating

“South Bend drunk driving lawyer”

Posted by: a DUI client, 19 days ago.

Client Review: Being arrested and spending the night in jail could never be a pleasant experience, but Judge Stanko helped me make the best of a horrible time in my... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

14 endorsements


Andrew Mishlove

Look at Paul Stanko's experience and credentials. Then look at the quality of the attorneys who have endorsed him. It is easy to see that Paul... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Andrew Mishlove , Glendale (WI), 12 months ago
Donald John Ramsell

I fully and comletely endorse Paul Stanko. As a fellow DUI lawyer, I send him all of my clients when they are in his area.

Endorsement from lawyer: Donald Ramsell , Naperville (IL), 12 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

33 years since Paul Stanko was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Indiana Authorized to practice law 1979 03/18/2009

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Law Offices of Paul Stanko 1992–present
Appellate Attorney at Superior Court of Lake County Indiana 2001–2009
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
National Judicial College Special Courts Jurisdiction Certificate 1986
Valparaiso University School of Law Law Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) 1978
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Top 100 Trial Lawyers The National Trial Lawyers 2012
Adjunct Professor of the Year Indiana University Northwest 2003
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Federalist Society 2012-present
Historian American Judges Association 2011-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 49 Legal Answers
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13 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Schmerber v. California (Article) ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE SUPREME COURT 2005
Nebraska Press Association v. Stuart (Article) ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE SUPREME COURT 2005
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Representing the Habitual Offender DWI: Live CLE 2001
Effects of Out-of-State Convictions DWI: Live CLE 2001
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