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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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205 East Jefferson Street, Valparaiso, IN, 46383
32 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by Kristy | July 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Highly Recommend
I was recommended Mr Bennett from a friend due to the nature of my super high speeding ticket. I am very thankful he represented my case. I felt instant relief after our first conversation. Mr Bennett and the staff were very courteous and professional. I couldn’t have been happier with the outcome. ...
Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
A little stupidity on my part
Mr. Bennett and staff are great. He helped me when I got an OWI in Porter County. He was very helpful with getting things rolling before the initial court date and also in getting me special driving privileges since I was working out-of-town at the time. My case was also knocked down to a reckless dr...
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 | August 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Speeding ticket
Mr. Bennett took on my case and helped me out of a speeding ticket. He was incredibly professional and got everything done in a timely manner. He is incredibly competent about his work. I would highly recommend him if one ever is in need of an attorney
Posted by John | March 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
THANK YOU MR. BENNETT !!!!!
I hired Andrew after receiving a speeding violation in Porter County. He did an outstanding job and I am extremely satisfied with the outcome. It is always a good idea to consult with an attorney to discover your options, even if it is "just" a moving violation. Thanks again Mr. Bennett.
"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."
"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."
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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
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
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BS - Bachelor of Science
2018
Panel discussion on Criminal Law
2017
Panel discussion for Introduction to Courts
2013
Prosecutor Perspectives in Operating While Intoxicated cases
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