John Mario Acosta Jr.

John Mario Acosta Jr.

4.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 9 years

Family Lawyer at Valparaiso, IN
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Immigration ... +10 more

205 East Jefferson Street, Valparaiso, IN

About John

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 9 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2016

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Acosta Law Office, P.C.

205 East Jefferson Street, Valparaiso, IN, 46383-5637

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John Mario Acosta Jr.'s Reviews

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Posted by Marisa | October 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

John Acosta has absolutely changed my life. When I found myself in a bit of legal trouble, I tried calling a bunch of different attorneys. When I had my consultation over the phone with John Acosta, I can honestly tell you that I have never felt more comfortable and well informed in my life. He took ...the time to let me speak and state my case as well as make sure I knew of every possible outcome that may or may not happen. I have never been in trouble with the law before and I had probably one too many questions, but he didn't get frustrated with me and made sure that I felt comfortable with our decisions moving forward. I am very happy with the outcome of my criminal case and I have been very blessed to have such a nice, wholesome and understanding attorney representing me throughout my case.

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John Mario Acosta Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Acosta Law Office P.C.

2019 - 2019

Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Starke County Prosecutor's Office

2016 - 2018

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Porter County Prosecutor's Office

2015 - 2016

Certified Legal Intern, Bockman & Associates, LLC

2015 - 2015

Certified Legal Intern, Lake County Public Defender's Office

2015 - 2015

Certified Legal Intern, Porter County Prosecutor's Office

2015 - 2015

Certified Legal Intern, Indiana Federal Community Defenders

2014 - 2014

Judicial Intern, Honorable William Alexa

2014 - 2014

Summer Intern, Lake County Prosecutor's Office

2014 - 2014

Summer Inter, Porter County Prosecutor's Office

2012 - 2013

Criminal Justice Instructor, Georgia Military College

2010 - 2012

Deputy Sheriff, Rockdale County Sheriff's Department

2004 - 2009

Deputy Sheriff, Butts County Sheriff's Office

2003 - 2004

Deputy Sheriff, Fayette County Sheriff's Office

2001 - 2003

Police Officer, Jonesboro Police Department

1996 - 2001

Military Police K-9 Officer, U.S. Army

Associations

2015 - Present

Porter County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council

Member

2016 - 2018

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2018

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2018

Calumet American Inn of Court

Member

Education

2015

Valparaiso University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Troy University

MA - Masters

2010

Troy University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Ivy Tech Community College Classroom Discussion

Criminal Justice System

2017

Valparaiso University Bar Prep Panel

Bar Prep Strategies

2017

Law Practice Management (Solo/Small Firms)

Law Practice Management

Publications

2014

Post-Tribune, A Chicago Sun-Times Publication Hammond Cops Used Justified Force

2014

Valpo Law Blog Captured for Capturing

2014

Valpo Law Blog Electrifying

2014

Valpo Law Blog Liberally Conservative

2014

2014

Valpo Law Blog The Warrant Requirements

2014

Valpo Law Blog Recodification

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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