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Nick grew up in central Indiana and moved to the Region after graduating from Northwestern University. He found his career passion of criminal law while working for five years at the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office. After becoming knowledgeable about all areas of criminal law, Nick joined Attorney Vouga’s law practice in 2010. Since joining the firm, Nick’s practice area focuses on aggressively representing individuals with criminal charges ranging from traffic matters up to murder. Nick has tried and successfully obtained not guilty verdicts on numerous criminal cases throughout his career. He is a member of the Lake County and Porter County Bar Association, the Lake County Criminal Defense Bar, as well as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In addition to Criminal Defense, Nick also handles a variety of family law matters.
Nick is a skilled negotiator and trial attorney. He maintains a strong work ethic and drive to be prepared for any situation. Nick believes that by combining aggressive negotiation and skilled knowledgeable trial work, he is able to work to achieve the best possible outcome for all of his clients.
When Nick isn’t practicing law, he enjoys coaching his kid’s sports teams, running, and spending time with his wife.
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3363 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN, 46368-5015
2252 93rd Ave., Merrillville, IN, 46410
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Posted by Brian | December 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Nicholas Barnes in my opinion is the best Attorney in Northwest Indiana.. I was facing 20 years with the Habitual enhancement as well. He was able to get my 4 years. After completing 3 and a half years with the last 6 months modified to probation. If you need a criminal defense attorney in Porter or...
Posted by anonymous | November 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Worst lawyer I ever had my case shoulda been dropped or I could beat it n trial he talked me out of going to trial and talked me into doing a argue sentencing and when I went for sentencing he didn't even show up he sent his partner which was a better lawyer than him but what kinda lawyer don't show ...
Posted by Juan Rivera | October 4, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I’ve been fighting the case for seven years. I am very innocent. There is no proof and the so-called alleged victims have not ever showed up or want anything to do with it and my codefendant. Also let it be clear and loud to my attorney and his attorney that I have nothing to do with that situation a...
Posted by Jaime | April 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Barnes maintained professional responsibility throughout the entire process. He had a clear understanding of my situation for what it was and not what others said it was. He was dedicated to my case and provided me with guidance that truly had my best interest at hand. My charges were dis...
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Criminal defense lawyer
2010 - Present
Partner, Vouga & Barnes
2005 - 2010
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Lake County Prosecutor's Office
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BS - Bachelor of Science
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