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Attorney Amanda C. Hires is an experienced Indiana criminal defense attorney serving clients throughout Lake County, Porter County, and Northwest Indiana. She is dedicated to protecting the rights, freedom, and future of individuals facing criminal charges and related legal matters. Amanda provides strategic, diligent, and compassionate representation, understanding that criminal cases and license-related issues can have serious legal, professional, and personal consequences.
Amanda approaches every case with meticulous preparation, strong courtroom advocacy, and a client-centered focus. She works closely with clients to ensure they understand the charges against them, their legal options, and the potential outcomes at every stage of the process. Known for clear communication and attention to detail, Amanda serves as a steady advocate for clients navigating the Indiana criminal justice system.
Her practice includes a broad range of matters, including criminal defense, traffic offenses, suspended and revoked driver’s license cases, and alcohol and tobacco licensing. Amanda regularly represents clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies, individuals facing traffic tickets or habitual traffic violations, and drivers seeking reinstatement of their Indiana driving privileges. She also assists businesses and individuals with alcohol and tobacco permit and licensing issues, helping clients remain compliant with Indiana law.
In addition to her private practice, Amanda serves as a Public Defender in the Lake Superior County Court and the Lake Superior Major Criminal Court, where she represents individuals who depend on skilled, ethical advocacy. This role reflects her commitment to fairness, access to justice, and the protection of constitutional rights for all members of the community.
Amanda also regularly serves as a pro tempore judge for the Lake Superior Court and Porter Superior Court. Her experience on the bench provides valuable insight into courtroom procedure, judicial decision-making, and how cases are evaluated—knowledge she brings to every criminal defense, traffic, and licensing matter she handles.
With experience handling a wide range of criminal and license-related cases in Northwest Indiana courts, Amanda is driven by the belief that every client deserves a strong defense and a fair legal process. She is committed to challenging the prosecution’s case, protecting constitutional rights, and pursuing the best possible outcome for her clients.
Attorney Amanda C. Hires is licensed to practice law in Indiana and remains committed to ongoing legal education and advocacy in criminal defense, traffic law, and licensing matters.
"We understand that bad things can happen to good people". Call 219-641-3853
"We understand that bad things can happen to good people". Call 219-641-3853
"We understand that bad things can happen to good people". Call 219-641-3853
Practice Areas
16
Practice Areas
Other
10%
Administrative Law
6%
Bankruptcy and Debt
6%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
6%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Indiana for 15 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Weiss, Schmidgall & Hires, PC
(219) 769-5297
Fax
6 W 73rd Ave, Merrillville, IN, 46410-3802
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Amanda C. Hires's Reviews
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Posted by Timothy | July 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Client
Very good at what she does. She is the best Attorney that I have ever experienced with task she has provided .
Posted by Ruben | April 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome
I hired Amanda to take care of traffic issues for me and I'll tell you what she did so awesome that I'll always recommend her to family and friends to handle legal issues ,either traffic or other .She is well educated and pertains resources to handle complicated legal issues ..Better then Perry Masso...
Posted by Quintella dominick | January 6, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Wonderful
She was very straight forward with me she explain everything to me that needed to be explain.
Posted by Lavell | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My experience!
Absolutely the best services from Amanda Hires and assistant Jen! Was very patient thru the process of helping me get my license and reinstatement
Posted by Steven | September 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Legal defense EVER!
Amanda and her team have been AMAZING throughout my legal journey! Upfront and straightforward, they've seriously been the best you can ask for! I hope I never need a lawyer again, but if I do, I know I'm going with her!
Amanda C. Hires's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Amanda is a sharp, hard-working attorney who vigorously defends her clients. She has earned the respect of her colleagues by doing exceptional work."
"Amanda is a zealous advocate for her clients who would always do whatever she could them. As a former prosecutor, I was always happy to have cases against Amanda as I knew she would be prepared to fight for what was right, even if our ideas on right would sometimes clash. I am very proud to call Amanda a colleague and a friend."
"Amanda takes pride in her work and it shows. She works diligently to help her clients when they need her most and is a joy work alongside. Her personality makes her very approachable, as she treats her colleagues, clients, and the courts with a high level of respect and candor."
"Amanda is a bright, energetic, and hard working attorney. She is committed to serving the legal needs of her clients. Amanda is a true asset to the legal profession."
"Amanda is a very effective and efficient attorney who is very familiar with handling criminal defense and traffic matters. I am happy to refer my clients to her when they are faced with these issues as I think they will be, and have been, very well represented by Amanda."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Public Defender, Lake Superior Court County Division I
2013 - Present
Public Defender, City of Gary
2010 - Present
Associate Attorney, Law Office of Weiss and Schmidgall, P.C.
1900 - Present
Partner, Law Office of Weiss, Schmidgall and Hires, PC
Associations
2014 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2010 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
Education
2010
Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Purdue University Calumet
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
American Inns of Court
Ethics
2013
Radio address
Expungement Law
Publications
2016
Indiana Lawyer
Gone but not forgotten
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers