About Alexander

Biography

Hometown legal expertise you can rely upon. Helping to serve the community! - Call Now! 765-577-2643

I can help you make sure you have an accurate contract.

I can help you from investigation all the way through the appellate process, sentence modification, and expungement. Also help with restoration of rights, specialized driving privileges, and reinstatement of driving privileges after lifetime suspension.

Last will and testament, living will, powers of attorney, healthcare representative, trusts, gun trusts, and more.

I handle divorces (dissolution of marriage), paternity cases, CHINS/TPR, and more.

I practice many different areas of the law related to a small and growing community.

I can help a personal representative wind down a decedent's affairs or help beneficiaries navigate the court process.

Navigating the administrative side of the Indiana BMV and other agencies can be difficult. I can help!

I can help small business owners draft the necessary paperwork to start and operate a small business, like LLCs, LLPs, corporations, S-corporations, and more.

I can help defend operating while intoxicated and related crimes cases from investigation to appeal.

I can help defend drug possession/distribution cases from investigation to appeal.

I can help you expunge/seal arrest, juvenile delinquency, and misdemeanor/felony convictions.

I can help someone pursue a guardianship over the person and/or property of a proposed child or adult ward.

I can help defend juveniles in juvenile delinquency cases.

I can help you understand the zoning and use classifications of real estate and pursue variances and changes of the real estate.

I can help landlords and tenants with the intricacies of owning and leasing real estate.

If you were injured during a medical procedure, then I can help you recover the damages to which you are entitled under the law.

If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident or by an animal bite, then I can help you recover the damages to which you are entitled under the law.

I can help defend white collar crime case, including corrupt business activity and more.

If your relative was killed as a result of someone else's negligence, then I can help you recover the damages to which your loved-one is entitled under the law.

I can help with gun trusts, firearm transfers, and restoration of your right to possess firearms.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 15%

Assist adult and juvenile clients through the criminal justice system including investigation, trial, appeal, sentence modification, expungement, and restoration of rights. Specialized driving privileges and rescission of lifetime suspensions.

14 years

15%

Family 15%

Assist clients with prenuptial agreements, divorces, paternity, child support, child in need of services (CHINS), termination of parental rights (TPR), and more. Also assist with enforcement of agreements and court orders.

14 years

15%

General Practice 10%

I operate a general law practice involving many different fields of the law.

14 years

10%

Contracts and Agreements 5%

Assist clients with development, review, and enforcement of contracts, including real estate purchases and more.

14 years

DUI and DWI 5%

Assist clients with criminal cases involving operating while intoxicated and related crimes from investigation through appeal and sentence modification. Also help with specialized driving privileges.

14 years

Drug Crime 5%

Assist clients with criminal cases involving possession/distribution of drugs and related crimes from investigation through appeal and sentence modification.

14 years

Estate Planning 5%

Assist clients with drafting wills, durable powers of attorney, healthcare representative, living wills, trusts, gun trusts, and more.

14 years

Expungement 5%

Assist clients with expunging/sealing arrest, criminal, and juvenile delinquency case records for cases that did not result in a conviction/adjudication and cases that resulted in a misdemeanor or felony conviction or adjudication in juvenile court.

14 years

Guardianship 5%

Assist clients with opening a guardianship case over the person and/or estate of a proposed ward, be it an emergency, temporary, or long-term guardianship. Also assist with biennial reports and accounting to the court.

14 years

Juvenile Law 5%

Assist juvenile delinquency clients from investigation through appeal.

14 years

Probate 5%

Assist clients with administration of estates.

14 years

Business 3%

Help small business owners prepare articles of formation/incorporation and operating/partnership agreements. Can help advise on real estate purchasing, drafting/reviewing contracts, construction, mechanic's liens, and more.

14 years

Landlord or Tenant 3%

Assist both landlords and tenants with the intricacies of owning and leasing real estate.

14 years

White Collar Crime 3%

Assist clients with white collar crime, including corrupt business activity and other crimes, from investigation through appeal and sentence modification.

14 years

Administrative Law 2%

Dealing with the Indiana BMV or other agencies can be difficult. I can help!

14 years

Land Use and Zoning 2%

Assist clients with understanding the zoning and uses permitted for a piece of real estate, and applying for variances or changes.

14 years

Medical Malpractice 2%

If you were injured in a medical procedure, then I can help you recover the damages to which you are entitled under the law.

14 years

Personal Injury 2%

If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, by animal, on someone's land, in someone's home, or otherwise, then I can help you recover the damages to which you are entitled under the law.

14 years

Wrongful Death 2%

If your relative died as a result of someone's negligence, then I can help you recover the damages to which your loved-one is entitled under the law.

14 years

Gun Law 1%

Assist clients with forming and maintaining gun trusts, firearm transfers, restoration of rights to possess firearms after certain criminal convictions, and more.

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Always

Payment Methods

Cash
Check
Credit Card

Awards

2022

Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 14 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2011

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

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Location

Kruse Law, LLC

108 N. Lebanon St., Suite 203, Lebanon, IN, 46052

kruselawllc.com/

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Alexander Sherman Kruse's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matt | December 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Hometown Lawyer Values

Alex helped me to set up my LLC for a side business. The process was very quick, and I was up and running within a week. His advice for my business has been invaluable and he has helped to steer me in the right direction and ensured that I am operating to the letter of the law. I have entrusted Alex ...to work as my Registered Agent and he is always on top of my issues.

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Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Buisness owner

Great service and very clear about what he could and could not do. we made a plan and pursued it.

Posted by Charles | December 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Case

Alex did everything he possibly could in my case. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Sam | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer

Alex handled my case in a professional manner. He was up front and honest every step of the way with possible outcomes. I highly recommend him for any of your legal needs.

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Over and above service

I was referred to Alex Kruse by another attorney who was retiring. Selfish and foolish decisions I had made in the past were keeping me from the life I could have today and in the future. I needed an expungement. Mr. Kruse went through everything. He met all deadlines, and got better than expected re...sults. I had less than satisfactory results in two cases involving accidents. In both cases, the attorneys expected me to search out and obtain information and medical records. Mr Kruse did not. All he asked from me was personal information. He did the rest. I was always fully informed of dates, times, potential costs, and potential outcomes. Excellent work. I highly recommend him and would not hesitate to call him again if needed.

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Alexander Sherman Kruse's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rex Patterson

General practice lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is an excellent attorney and colleague. I highly recommend him!"

Kyle Ring

General practice lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the opportunity to get to know Alex well and happily endorse him. Alex is both intelligent and passionate. He is a hard worker and someone you can trust to advocate for a client."

Brandon Tate

General practice lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alex is a skilled lawyer in a variety of areas and is is passionate about assisting his clients through various legal matters."

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Rex Patterson

Family lawyer

Brandon Tate

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Marquis Who's Who Top Professionals, Marquis Who's Who

2024

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2023

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2023

Marquis Who's Who In America, Marquis Who's Who

2022

Leadership Development Academy - Class X (10), Indiana State Bar Association

2022

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

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Work Experience

2019 - Present

Member, Kruse Law, LLC

2024 - 2026

City Court Judge, Lebanon City Court

2023 - 2024

City Court Judge-Elect, Lebanon City Court

2018 - 2019

Partner, Whitsitt Nooning & Kruse, P.C.

2013 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Giddings Whitsitt Williams & Nooning, P.C.

2012 - 2019

Facilitator, Mortgage foreclosure settlement conference facilitator - Boone Circuit & Superior 1 Court

2012 - 2012

Judge Pro Tem on various occasions, Boone Circuit & Superior 1 Court

2011 - 2012

Clerk, Boone Superior Court 1, Judge Matthew C. Kincaid

2009 - 2010

Clerk, Tabbert Hahn Earnest & Weddle

2008 - 2008

Intern estimator, FA Wilhelm Construction Company

2005 - 2007

Intern Engineer, McCarthy Building Company, Inc.

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Associations

2017 - Present

Witham Family YMCA

Emeritus Board

2013 - Present

The Rotary Club of Lebanon, Indiana

Member, Past Secretary, Past President

2011 - Present

Boone County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Boone Lodge No. 9 F. & A.M.

Member, Past Secretary, Past Worshipful Master, among others

2014 - 2016

Witham Family YMCA

Board of Advisors

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Sample of Legal Cases

State of Indiana v. Richard King (06D02-2311-F6-002166)

Charges dismissed

State of Indiana v. Joshua K. Switzer (06C01-1709-F6-001664)

Not guilty

In the Matter of T.B., A Child Alleged to be a Delinquent Child

Adjudicated not a delinquent

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Education

2011

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

2008

Purdue University

BSCNE

2004

Lebanon High School

Honors Diploma

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Speaking Engagements

2022

Mental Health Summit - State of Indiana

Mental Health Summit

2022

Leadership Development Academy - Class X (10)

Leadership Development Academy - Class X (10)

2022

JDAI Inter-Site Conference

JDAI Inter-Site Conference

2018

Statewide Opioid Summit: Medication Assisted Treatment and Addictions Primer for Justice Professionals - State of Indiana

Opioid Summit

2018

JDAI Inter-Site Conference

JDAI Inter-Site Conference

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Languages

English

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Activity

Legal Answers

Q&A

How can I challenge a TOD in Indiana?

02 Dec 2023

Q&A

Can you get my charges dropped from possession of Meth because it was simply a residue I was unaware of in a closed container in

09 Feb 2022

Q&A

If I get into a school fight could or would my probation period be extended?

09 Feb 2022

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