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Matthew David Barrett
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I have a state-wide law practice representing people (NOT government or insurance companies) throughout Indiana. I practice in the areas of personal injury accidents, wrongful death, DUI/Drunk Driving, and criminal defense. I offer a FREE initial consultation. All personal injury and wrongful death cases are handled on a contingency fee basis (NO FEE unless you win; percentage taken from the recovery) and reasonable fees for all DUI/criminal cases including payment plans.
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Licensed in Indiana for 22 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2003
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Matthew D. Barrett, P.C.
1730 East Market Street, Logansport, IN, 46947
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Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Effective and Honest
Thanks to Attorney Matthew, he was always clear and hones in all of his feedback and statements, he guide us on taking the right approach on our case and ended up resolved favorable, thanks again.
Posted by Megan | July 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Personal Injury Case
Mr. Barrett settled my personal injury claim after I was involved in a car accident. Matthew worked quickly on my case and kept me informed each step of the way! He also worked hard to make sure that I was getting a fair deal from the insurance company. I am glad I didn't have to work through my pers...
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2017 | Medical Malpractice
Effective counsel
I observed Attorney Barrett try medical malpractice case. The jury trial lasted 4 days, was extremely challenging, and resulted in a $2.5 million verdict for Attorney Barrett's client. He is an excellent attorney.
Matthew David Barrett's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
Andrew Achey
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Experience
Honors
2015
"Top 100 Trial Lawyers" (Indiana members), The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Awarded Membership, Rue Ratings' Best Attorneys of America
2015
“Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award” (Indiana members), National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
"Top 40 Under 40" (Indiana members), National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
"Top 100 Trial Lawyers" (Indiana members), The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Awarded lifetime membership, jury verdict at $2 Million, Elite Lawyers of America
2013
"Top 100 Trial Lawyers" (Indiana members), The National Trial Lawyers
2013
"Top 40 Under 40" (Indiana members), The National Trial Lawyers
2008
Harrison Legal Writing Award (2nd place), Indiana State Bar Association
2006
Harrison Legal Writing Award (1st Place), Indiana State Bar Association
2002
Special Commendation for 41 hours of Pro Bono Externship, Valparaiso University School of Law
2002
Honor Paper, Valparaiso University School of Law
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Attorney, Matthew D. Barrett, P.C.
Associations
2003 - Present
State Bar of Indiana # 23884-64Licensed Attorney
Cass County Bar Association
Member
Indiana State Bar Association
Member
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
Member
American Association of Justice
Member
The National Trial Lawyers
Member
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Life Member
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Life Member
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Life Member
National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
Member
Rue Ratings’ Best Attorneys of America
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Indiana v. Bell
Not Guilty
State of Indiana v. Dowell
Not Guilty
United States of America v. Calisto
Dismissal Of Federal Charge
State of Indiana v. Knox
Not Guilty
State of Indiana v. Stout
Not Guilty
Terrance Potts v. Illiana Surgery and Medical Center
$2.5 Million Dollar verdict for client
State of Indiana v. Lovejoy
Not Guilty
State of Indiana v. Ewing
Not Guilty
Snowberger v. State of Indiana
Probation Violation Reversed On Appeal
State of Indiana v. Hernandez
Post-Conviction Relief Granted
Patterson v. State of Indiana
Guilty Verdict Reversed On Appeal
Miller v. State of Indiana
Guilty Verdict Reversed On Appeal
Education
2002
Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctorate
1998
Indiana University-Bloomington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Health Careers Exploration Class
"Topics In Medical Malpractice Law", at Logansport, Indiana
2004
Lecture & Answering Session
"Civil Rights and DWI", at Crown Point, Indiana
Publications
2011
The Verdict (Indiana Trial Lawyers Association)
"Recovery for Separate Acts of Negligence Under Indiana Medical Malpractice Act"
2010
The Verdict (Indiana Trial Lawyers Association)
"Holding a Surgeon Liable for Medical Negligence of Another Under the 'Captain-of-the Ship' Doctrine"
2008
The Indiana Litigator, Newsletter of the Litigation Section, Indiana State Bar Association
"Reducing the State's Cut: Amending Indiana's Split-Award Statute In Punitive Damage Cases"
2008
Open Court, Newsletter of the Criminal Justice Section, Indiana State Bar Association, Vol. XIII, No. 1
"Coughing It Up: Indiana Supreme Court Holds That Police Chokeholds Are Unreasonable Searches and Seizures"
2008
TRIAL, Journal of the American Association for Justice (formerly American Trial Lawyers Association)
"Calm the Child Witness"
2008
Indiana Civil Litigation Review (publication of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana), Vol 5., No. 2
"Estoppel to Extend Insurance Coverage Based on Bad Faith",
2008
Res Gestae (Indiana State Bar Association)
"Representing Children In Cases Involving Wrongful Death of a Parent"
2007
American Bar Association
"The Attorney Commitment In Traumatic Brain Injury Cases"
2007
Open Court, Newsletter of the Criminal Justice Section
"Brendlin v. California: Supreme Court Holds That a Passenger Is "Seized" for Fourth Amendment Purposes and Can Challenge Legality of a Traffic Stop"
2007
Open Court, Newsletter of the Criminal Justice Section, Indiana State Bar Association, Vol. XII, No. 1
"A Case of Bad Breath: Does the Odor of an Alcoholic Beverage, By Itself, Establish Probable Cause for a Police Officer to Offer Chemical Test In the Context of DWI Offenses?"
2007
Indiana Civil Litigation Review (publication of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana), Vol. 3, No. 2
"Supreme Court Clarifies Five Exceptions to Nonliability Involving Personal Injury Claims Asserted by a Contractor's Employee"
2007
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
"Federal Preemption of State Law Claims Involving Class III Medical Devices"
2006
Res Gestae (Indiana State Bar Association)
"Recovering Damages for Tortious Injury to Historic Buildings and Other 'Special Purpose' Property In Indiana: Drawing the Line Between Fair Market Value and Cost Repair' In Cases of Permanent Damage"
2006
Res Gestae (Indiana State Bar Association)
"And Just Where Do You Think You're Going?": Police Detention of Passenger Who Walks Away From Vehicle During Traffic Stop"
2006
Open Court, Newsletter of the Criminal Justice Section, Indiana State Bar Association, Vol. XI, No. 1
"Waiver of Right Forms Under Miranda: Not a Ritual of Words to be Recited by Rote According to Didactic Niceties"
2006
The Verdict (Indiana Trial Lawyers Association)
"A Brief Review of What Types of Claims Fall Within and Outside the Scope of Indiana's Medical Malpractice Act"
2006
Indiana Lawyer, (Vol. 17, No. 8)
"Indiana's New 'Communication of Sympathy' Statute: Saying 'I'm Sorry' In the Context of Medical Malpractice and Other Personal Injury Accidents"
2006
ndiana Lawyer (Featured Interview), (Vol. 17, No. 10)
"Groundless Cases Still Get Into Court"
2006
American Bar Association
"A Modest Proposal: Submitting a Joint Discovery Plan In Federal Court"
2005
The Verdict (Indiana Trial Lawyers Association)
"How to Deal With an Objection of Privilege Based on Indiana's Peer Review Statute During the Course of Pre-Trial Discovery"
2005
American Bar Association
"Preparing Your Client for Deposition Testimony"
2002
Valparaiso University Law Review
"Failing to Provide Police Protection: Breeding a Viable and Consistent 'State-Created Danger' Analysis for Establishing Constitutional Violations Under Section 1983"
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