Charles P. Ward

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Charles P. Ward

also known as Charlie Ward, Ward & Ward Personal Injury Lawyers

5.0
8 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Trucking Accident, Motorcycle Accident ... +2 more

728 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN

Virtual Consultation Available

About Charles

Biography

If you have suffered a personal injury, we are here 24-7. Call today & ask for attorney "Charlie Ward."

Our staff is here 24 hours a day. Ask for personal injury lawyer "Charlie Ward" when you call!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 35%

Experienced in auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, commercial trucking accidents, semi tractor-trailer accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents, construction accidents, railroad accidents, aviation accidents, brain & spine injuries, nursing home neglect, wrongful death claims and medical malpractice.claims.

37 years

35%
Trucking Accident 25%

If you know someone who has been injured or killed in an accident involving a truck or semi tractor-trailer, call Charlie Ward for a free evaluation of your claim for damages. We are available to speak with you at any time of day or night.

37 years

25%
Motorcycle Accident 20%

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you may benefit from the services of a motorcycle accident lawyer, one who knows the dynamics of motorcycle crashes and can identify and weigh all the possible factors that may have played a part in your accident. A motorcycle accident lawyer will discover who is responsible, whether insurance policies will pay for your losses, and what you can expect to recover in damages if the injury was someone else's fault.

37 years

20%
Car Accident 10%

10%
Medical Malpractice 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Check

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 36 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1989

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Charles P. Ward

728 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN, 46225-1212

wardlawfirm.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Charles online.

Charles P. Ward's Reviews

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Posted by Ed | November 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

How Can I Make This 10 Stars? 5 Doesn't Do Charlie Justice

You might as well stop looking now because, no finer law firm can be found. Charlie and Don Ward are quite possibly the most unique attorneys in the state of Indiana, if not the Nation. They are not just attorneys they are compassionate caring human beings that CARE. When my Father was diagnosed wi...th Leukemia, Charlie came to his home and listened to his wishes and instructions and began his work. Within a few days Charlie returned and provided my Mother and Father everything they needed to plan their estate. He made it so easy and painless for them, truly amazing. When my Father passed away, Charlie took care of everything in a prompt professional manner that left my Mother with not a worry in the world about the distribution of assets and property. Charlie has helped my Mother plan her final instructions so she now lives with the comfort of knowing that my Sister and myself will have no problems with her estate. Heck, Charlie even calls my Mom each Christmas & Birthday to send his best wishes ... where else would you find that? Charlie has also helped with my late Father-in-law's estate. Charlie provided the same unparalleled service to my Father-in-law as well. Charlie can be a firm and straightforward individual that may come off a little harsh at times. This is because Charlie tells it like it is ... no sugar coating. Charlie will not just tell you what you want to hear .... he tells you what you need to know .... the good and the bad! I guarantee that there is NO FINER Law Office in the State of Indiana ... Period! Charlie is not just an excellent attorney he is and Excellent and Compassionate Human-being! Not only has The Ward and Ward Law Office provided superior estate service but Charlie helped me recover compensation for personal injuries I suffered in an auto accident that I NEVER would have received without his expertise and direction. Charlie is truly a 10 Star Attorney that will EXCEED your Expectations!

Posted by Andrea | June 13, 2014 | Personal Injury

Truck Accident

My husband, Josh, was struck and received multiple life-threatening and catastrophic personal injuries back in 2012. We had the opportunity to work with a wonderful attorney, Charlie Ward of Ward & Ward Law Firm in Indianapolis, Indiana. Charlie was available to us at any time, night or day, and help...ed us out during this difficult and troubling time during my husband’s long period of rehabilitation. With patience and hard work we were able to settle the claim and put it behind us. I would like to thank Charlie for his help and all that he was able to do for Josh and me.

Posted by Barbara | June 10, 2014 | Animal & Dog Bites

Dog Bite - Personal Injury Claim

When my daughter was three, she was bitten by a dog. We were new to the Indianapolis area, and I did not know which personal injury law firm to contact for my case. I contacted one of the large law firms in Indianapolis, and due to a conflict, they were unable to help me. However, the attorney the...n recommended and referred me to Charlie Ward at Ward & Ward Law Firm. I was so grateful for the recommendation. Charlie guided us through the entire process of filing a claim with the dog owner’s insurance; took photographs of the injuries; and actually listened to me when I said that the insurance company’s offer was too low. We then went before a judge, explained the reason I felt my daughter should be entitled to a higher award for damages, and it was granted. Charlie handling my case, made it much easier to deal with my daughters injuries, and not having to worry about the claim.

Charles Ward

Replied last June 10, 2014

Thank you for your remarks, Barbara. It was my pleasure to help you and your daughter.

Posted by Tammy | June 10, 2014 | Wrongful Death

Nothing but the best!

Eleven years ago we lost my dad in a horrible auto accident. I will be forever grateful to a family friend of ours, Marty S., who encouraged us to contact Charlie ward. Charlie represented Marty in a wrongful death case when she lost her mother in an accident as well. Charlie worked countless hours... on our case and so closely with our family in order to represent us the best way he possibly could. Charlie not only cared about our case, but also about our emotions and grief in losing dad. He found a wonderful balance in fighting for us while also respecting how difficult it all was. There was never a time that we couldn't contact Charlie and that he wouldn't drop everything to talk to us. Charlie is a family man who is fair and just. I never knew you could become life long friends with "your attorney" but that is the relationship we share. I thank God that He brought Charlie in to our lives during some of the most difficult days....to fight for us when we couldn't even fight.

Charles Ward

Replied last June 10, 2014

Thank you Tammy. You and your family hold a special place in our hearts.

Posted by Stephen | April 30, 2014 | Personal Injury

Auto Accident Attorney

A few years back I was involved in an auto accident in Indianapolis, Indiana. I sustained personal injuries in the accident. Upon hearing of my situation a friend of mine suggested that I contact personal injury attorney Charlie Ward in Indianapolis. I was very pleased with the results and would ...recommend him to others. It was the best decision I ever made.

Charles Ward

Replied last April 30, 2014

It has been a pleasure working with you Stephen. Thank you for the kind words. Charlie

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Charles P. Ward's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Ward. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact him for help."

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Brian Wendler

Trucking accident lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Charlie proved very knowledgeable and highly professional on a case I worked on in which our respective clients suffered catastrophic injuries. After Charlie's case concluded he continued to provide helpful information."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Other

"This attorney strives to always represent clients the best way possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Other

"Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer"

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Douglas Borthwick

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Saam Ghiaasiaan

Unknown lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An incredible reputation with peers and clients alike"

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Douglas Novotny

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eid Qaqish

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Ward. He is a zealous advocate and a highly knowledgeable lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Steffanie Walczak

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ward‘s contributions to Avvo clearly demonstrate that he has excellent knowledge of the personal injury field and knows how to use it to the benefit of his clients."

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Misty Fields

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ward is a dedicated and compassionate attorney. His reputation in the legal community is outstanding."

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David Pittman

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marie-Jacques Ambroise

Unknown lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ward is generous enough to share his legal knowledge on sites like Avvo. Apart from being kind, he is also passionate, intelligent, and skilled. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Day

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Mr. Ward as an attorney. Its is clear after reviewing his responses to complex legal questions on Avvo that he has a deep understanding of many areas of the law, particularly personal injury and estate planning."

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Adam Milam

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Dennis Tackett

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ward is a top notch lawyer. He has vast experience in the law and knows his way around the court room. His clients like him and his legal opponents respect him."

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Brian Wendler

Personal injury lawyer

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Douglas Novotny

Personal injury lawyer

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Eid Qaqish

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer

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Misty Fields

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Pittman

Car accident lawyer

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Marie-Jacques Ambroise

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Christopher Day

Personal injury lawyer

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Adam Milam

Real estate lawyer

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Dennis Tackett

Personal injury lawyer

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John Phillips

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Waddington

Military law lawyer

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Alex Bezu

Tax lawyer

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Richard Sands

Personal injury lawyer

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Richard Spencer

Personal injury lawyer

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Bryan Fisher

Personal injury lawyer

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George Johnson

Personal injury lawyer

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Donald Ward

Unknown lawyer

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Darryn Duchon

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Indiana Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Indiana Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Lead Counsel Rating, Lead Counsel Review Board

2014

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubble

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubble

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2012

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Indiana Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2003

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

2002

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

2001

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

2000

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

1999

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

1998

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

1997

State Delegate, American Association for Justice

1989

Chair, Young Lawyers Section, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Owner / Partner, Ward & Ward Personal Injury Lawyers

1988 - 1989

Law Clerk, Indiana Supreme Court

Associations

1989 - Present

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1989 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2004 - 2006

American Inns of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

John & Jane Doe v. Anonymous Co.

Settlement for Plaintiff

John Doe v. Anonymous, et al

Jury Trial - award to Plaintiff

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Education

1989

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Butler University

Liberal Arts and Sciences

1985

Pike High School

High School Graduate

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Updated Law in Indiana

Personal Injury and Estate Planning

N/A

Presentation for church members

Auto Negligence Claims

N/A

International Visa

Personal Injury Law in Indiana

N/A

Indiana Retirement Planning Workshop Retirement Planning

Publications

1989

Res Gestae (Indiana State Bar Association) Journey's Account Statute: litigator's little-known friend

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Charles earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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