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Andrew Louis Bennett
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Biography
I am an experienced trial attorney, with over 26 years practicing law. My trial experience includes high level felony drug cases, reckless homicide cases, felony OWI including serious bodily injury, burglary, armed robbery, indimidation, domestic battery, theft, and fraud as well as numerous misdemeanor cases. The majority of my first 16 years of practiuce was spent as a deputy prosecuting attorney where I concentrated on OWI cases including OWI causing death cases. In my capacity as a deputy prosecuting attorney I would routinely go to crash scenes at all hours of the day or night to assist law enforcement. Additionally, many times throughout the year I would conduct training for law enforcement officers in the areas of OWI law, search & seizure. I also participated in law enforcement training in the areas of NHTSA Field Sobriety Testing, the ECIR II, which is used to obtain a breath test in an OWI case, Drug Recognition Expert training. This has provided me with a unique experience as a defense attorney and great insight into and knowledge of the criminal justice system.
My passion to do my best, to put the hours needed into a case, is now brought to defending my clients in Northwest Indiana including the counties of Lake, Porter, La Porte, St. Joseph, Newton, Jasper, Starke and Marshall in a variety of criminal cases including misdemeanors and complex felonies. In one of my first cases as a defense attorney I was able to show the State that my client was innocent through my own investigation which revealed the true perpetrator.
I rely upon my honesty and integrity, presenting the facts in a straight forward manner. I maintain a strong rapport with my clients, other legal professionals and the bench. I would like to put my knowledge, dedication and experience to work for you, please call for a free consultation.
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Always
Payment Methods
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Licensed in Indiana for 27 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Bennett & Catsadimas, P.C.
205 East Jefferson Street, Valparaiso, IN, 46383
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Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Exceptional, professional, and personable lawyer.
I hired Andrew Bennett as representation for my DUI/OWI case. He spent time with me on the phone and in person working through my case and options with me. He conducted research on my behalf, made recommendations, and ultimately was able to work out a plea deal which lessened the overall impact and...
Posted by Jeff | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Top Notch Attorney
I received a ticket for disregarding a traffic signal in Kosciusko County. I am from Porter County and was not sure what to do because I have a CDL license and I did not want points on my driving record. I immediately contacted Andrew Bennett and he advised that he would contact the Prosecutor and...
Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Thank you Andrew!!
Andrew Bennett was an inspiration of hope when my options appeared limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed impossible. Not only was he able to defend me from an unjust accusation, his calm and empathetic demeanor offered emotional relief to myself and my family. We are grateful...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend!! Settled Criminal Case out of court
Attorney Bennett was amazing! I live an hour away in IL and he was able to take care of everything in IN all through phone and email correspondence. We didn't even actually meet until the case was finished, and we had to sign the settlement agreement. He got us a very favorable result in my SO's crim...
Posted by Kevin | October 18, 2018
Appreciation
Andrew was professional, efficient and very effective. I would highly recommend him. I appreciated greatly his communication style.
Andrew Louis Bennett's Lawyer Endorsements
"Experienced, knowledgeable and professional."
"Given that Andrew has worked both as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney, he has a unique perspective that allows him to gain positive results for his clients."
"I've had positive experiences in dealing on the opposite side of matters with Mr. Bennett. He is intelligent and diligent, which are great qualities to have in criminal defense law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is dedicated to helping his clients through their problems."
"Andrew and I spent many years as adversaries while he served as one of Northwest Indiana's most knowledgeable and committed prosecutors. Since he became a defense attorney he has brought that knowledge, experience and commitment to achieving the best result for his clients to his private practice. He is an asset to the defense bar and someone I truly enjoy working with. I endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Andrew for years and rate him A+ as an attorney for criminal and traffic defense among other legal matters. His experience in the criminal arena provides his clients with an attorney who is familiar with the landscape of the Courtroom and an effective manner of presenting available defenses. I recommend Andrew without reservation."
"I've worked with Andrew both as a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney and he is both competent and motivated to get results fro his clients; for this I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Partner, Bennett & Catsadimas, P.C.
2018 - Present
Public Defender, Lake County Public Defender Office
2016 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Andrew L. Bennett, P.C.
2018 - 2019
Deputy Public Defender, Public Defender La Porte County Indiana
2015 - 2016
Associate, Bockman & Associates, LLC
2001 - 2001
Associate, Ruman Clements & Holub
2001 - 2014
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Porter County Prosecutor's Office
1998 - 2001
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Lake County Prosecutor's Office
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Lake County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Porter County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - 2020
Calumet American Inn of CourtMaster
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Glassman
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
Education
1998
Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Ball State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Criminal Law class at Ivy Tech College
Panel discussion on Criminal Law
2017
Introduction to Courts class at Ivy Tech College
Panel discussion for Introduction to Courts
2013
Fall Conference
Prosecutor Perspectives in Operating While Intoxicated cases
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
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Getting it dismissed
13 Dec 2025
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What can I file if the state keeps continuing my case?
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