Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
also known as Abels Law Office
Top notch criminal, traffic, expungement, family lawyer with over 10 years experience. Former prosecutor who graduated top 1% of law school class. Call me for free consultation.
6
Practice Areas
22 years | 1,300 cases
250 cases
250 cases
250 cases
Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
Sometimes
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withState: Indiana
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
101 W. Ohio St. Suite 2000, Indianapolis, IN, 46204-3266
28 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Matthew | May 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Above and beyond while on Vacation.
Matthew Abel's while on vacation with his family answered my call and listened to my case.. Mind you I was calling from New Mexico with a case from 1986 and calling him for the first time ever... He listen to me with no interruptions and let me finished. He than told me he was on vacation and I felt ...
Posted by Ray C | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Big Help
Matthew was a tremendous help to me when my son got in some trouble away at college. He quickly told me our options and worked hard on our behalf to have his charges dismissed. Matthew went above and beyond to file paperwork quickly and meet with us as needed to expedite the process. I highly recom...
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Matt abels
Matt was very informative and helpful when I first reached out to him regarding my possession of marijuana case, he answered allof my questions very thoroughly. He was also familiar with the prosecution and judge in the county where my charge took place. I feel like Matt did everything in his power t...
Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Review of legal services
Matthew Abels is great at what he does. I say this because he informed me every step of the way of my DWI case and worked diligently with the prosecution to get me a favorable plea, which under my circumstances worked out good for me. I would definitely recommend his firm to anyone and if i ever need...
Posted by Amanda | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable, efficient, pleasant to work with!
Matt was great! He knew what he was talking about, went about it efficiently and quickly, and did an all-around great job for me with my case. He clearly knew how to navigate the legal system well and was extremely comfortable with his job functions. He went above and beyond to make himself available...
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a hard worker, listens and is very respectful to others. He shows concerns for his clients and works hard to get them a favorable result."
"Mr. Abels is a dedicated lawyer with an advanced understanding of the criminal law. I am a better lawyer for having worked with him."
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Super nice guy! I referred a case up to him from Raleigh NC (happened in Marion Co) and he was very very cool about accepting it and telling me what would happen. Nice guy and a capable lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt has years of experience as a trial attorney. He is professional and competent and I am confident in his ability to represent clients."
"Matt and I were in the drug court trenches together when I was a prosecutor. He is a zealous advocate and knows how to hold the state to their burden. A hard working attorney I endorse from professional experience."
"Matt Abels is an attorney with over a decade of experience. His charm is surpassed only by his knowledge of the law. He is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Indianapolis."
"Mr. Abels is an excellent criminal defense attorney, and a zelous advocate for his clients. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in the field of criminal defense. He has years of experience handling felonies and misdemeanors, with an great track record of success."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Abels on many cases. He is an outstanding Attorney who is very knowledgeable in the workings of the law. I highly recommend Mr. Abels to anyone needing any legal services."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2015
Avvo Client's Choice Award 2015, Avvo
2004
Summa Cum Laude, American University-Washington College of Law
2004
Order of the Coif, American University-Washington College of Law
2011 - Present
Owner/Managing Partner, Abels Law Office
2009 - 2016
Major Felony Attorney, Marion County Public Defender Agency
2006 - 2009
Felony Staff Attorney, Marion County Public Defender Agency
2005 - 2006
Domestic Violence Division Staff Attorney, Marion County Public Defender Agency
2004 - 2005
Deputy Prosecutor, Marion County Prosecutor's Office
2003 - 2003
Summer Associate, Feiwell & Hannoy
2003 - 2003
Legal Research Assistant Professor David Aaronson, American University
2002 - 2002
Legal Research Assistant, Indiana Civil Liberties Union
2009 - Present
Indiana Public Defender CouncilMember
2004 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2011
Indianapolis Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2004
American University Law ReviewMember
reversed the trial court
Dismissed
Reversal of Trial Court
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
Legal Speaker
2015
English
Legal Answers
How long is the statue of limitations for child molestation in Indiana if once reported but I never went through with it?
31 Aug 2015
Can a non violent Felon in Indiana legally own a Katana?
31 Aug 2015