Sean Kelly Hessler

Sean Kelly Hessler

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile ... +4 more

120 E Market St, Ste 420, Indianapolis, IN

About Sean

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Whether you are convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony, you will have to deal with more than the statutory penalties.

20 years

40%
DUI and DWI 10%

When you’re accused of getting behind the wheel of a car after consuming alcohol or drugs in Indiana, you may be charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, also known as OWI, DUI, or OVWI. OWVI can be a serious misdemeanor or felony offense.

20 years

10%
Expungement 10%

13 years

10%
Federal Crime 10%

13 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

The juvenile justice system in Indiana is complex, and can seem mystifying to people who don’t encounter it every day.

20 years | 100 cases

10%
Probate 10%

10 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 19 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hessler Law PC

120 E Market St, Ste 420, Indianapolis, IN, 46204

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Sean Kelly Hessler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jacob | January 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Protects Our Rights

Sean will go above and beyond to take the time to prove your innocence or get you the best option and deals if comes to being guilty. Especially in those crooked counties. I was pulled over for no plates on my car in benton county the officer said . I told the chief deputy prosecutor i had plates and... he responded with my rights dont matter. I found Sean online that day after court. He was able to find a split second frame from body cam that I did in fact have plates. Well Sean got that case dismissed. Guess my rights did matter. Hired him for second case for my son. Hessler Law will be my go to for myself and family as long as he's in business. Thank you sincerely Sean Hessler

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Strongly Recommend for DUI Cases

I found Sean Hessler to be very competent and professional. He gave extremely helpful counsel and fought very hard on my behalf. I would recommend his services to anyone dealing with OVWI or similar charges.

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Kassi Rigney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean works hard for his clients! He is thorough, prepared, and just an all around good guy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Eskew

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean is a very thorough attorney who is always orepared for court. II endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Stanko

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He actively participates in the Avvo community and provides excellent answers to those who post questions here."

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Nicholas Huang

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sean for approximate 10 years and have observed his work in civil and criminal law. Without reservation, I recommend Sean as a skilled criminal defense attorney."

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Matthew Abels

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean is a very good lawyer. I have worked with him for a number of years and would absolutely endorse him for anyone looking to hire an attorney."

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Mark Worthley

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean works his cases and cares about getting results. He's well-respected by the local prosecutors, and can help anyone charged with a crime in Indy navigate their issues."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2011

Successfully Prosecuting Gang Crimes, National District Attorneys Association

2008

Successfully completing Undercover Drug Law Enforcement Training, Northeast Counterdrug Training Center

N/A

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, Hessler Law, PC

2006 - 2013

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Supervisor Gang Unit, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Member

2013 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association, Solo/Small Firm Practice Section

Member

2006 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Not Guilty Verdict after OVWI Trial

Not Guilty Verdict after OVWI Trial

Public Intoxication and Disorderly Conduct

case dismissed

Marion County OWI & Possession Charges

Dismissed

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Education

2006

Indiana University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Monmouth University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Radio interview Gangs in Indianapolis

2012

IPAC Winter Conference

Confidential Informants and Motions to Suppress

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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