Bart Betteau

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Bart Betteau

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Albany, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1212 State Street, New Albany, IN

About Bart

Biography

Bart M. Betteau is an experienced, aggressive criminal defense lawyer practicing in Southern Indiana

I have over twenty years experience and limit my practice almost exclusively to criminal law.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

33 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2014

Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 33 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Betteau Law Office, LLC

1212 State Street, New Albany, IN, 47150

betteau.com/

Bart Betteau's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Posted by Dalton | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dismissal

I couldn't have asked for a better outcome.. case dismissed.. Thanks to the whole team at betteau law office.

Posted by Gina | October 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Phenomenal

How do I begin to explain what Bart Betteau and his team did for me. He helped me through one of the most difficult experiences in my life. I had two attorneys prior to him and he made them look ridiculous. After I let my second attorney go I knew I was facing jail time and that was terrifying espec...ially considering I had never been in trouble with the law. Me and my fiancee knew I needed not a great attorney but the best of the best. The only name we kept hearing was Bart Betteau. So we called and set an appointment. By the end of my first conversation with Bart and his team it felt like the world was lifted off my shoulders. There was not a single time where it took more than part of a day to hear back from the office when I contacted them. How many people can say that about their attorneys. And, it went beyond that! They contacted me on a regular basis to let me know what was going on.. I never had to hound them to get information about my cases. Every single time I went to court Bart stood out from everyone else in the courtroom. As I sat there watching and listening to him all I could think was am I watching a movie! I have never in my life been more impressed by any attorney including ones you see on the news. I think he may actually walk on water. At times he had his hands full with me because I didn't always make the best choices.. but, he fixed everything. Because of him and his team I didn't have a jail sentence and he even got me off probation early. Without them I know without a shadow of a doubt that I wouldn't be sitting here giving a review because I would be in jail. He certainly measured up to his reputation and then some! If you're reading this to figure out if you want them to represent you... Trust me it will be one of the best decisions you've made in your entire life. I will forever be grateful for everything they did for me including giving me my life back. They ended the nightmare I went through for almost 2 years. P. S. He ran circles around everyone else in the court room. It was an honor to be witness to that.

Posted by Darsey | September 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Of The Best

Bart Betteau is a fierce defense attorney with exceptional knowledge of the law, and he researches every detail for the best possible results. Barts's sterling reputation has him respected by everyone including those in the judicial system. Betteau Law Office staff is very prompt and non-judgmental w...hen communicating with you. Bart fights hard for you, more than most attorneys will. I had heard Bart Betteau is the best attorney in Indiana and after seeing him in action, I know without a doubt he is the best. Thank you Bart for your hard work and dedication!

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Super strong and definitely the Best ever!

These people here are awesome and have been by my side for along time. I know he is very professional and listens and get the job done. I have always been close to them and keeping in contact with them has helped me over the years. I truly recommend him and his office and thank Mr.Betteau for all his... great work! Thanks so much!

Posted by Castor | November 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best Lawyer I’ve Ever Seen!

I was facing 4 charges including a Felony and 3 Misdemeanors. I was very worried that I’d be facing jail time due to all of those charges. Me and my family decided that I needed a lawyer for this case. After carefully looking over lots of lawyers in my area online, we determined that Mr. Betteau was ...the best option and we hired him. Mr. Betteau was very thorough in explaining the whole court process and his plan on what he would do concerning my case. He definitely came through for me. Thanks to his help, I won’t have to serve any jail time, won’t have to do probation, and won’t even be convicted or have any charges on my record as long as I do what I need to do per the Pre-Trial Diversion agreement. I’m going to do exactly what I agreed to do in court because the deal he got me was absolutely amazing and I won’t let it go to waste. I will be doing Drug and Alcohol classes and will pay some fines which is MUCH BETTER than doing jail time or being on probation for a long time. He did exactly what he said he was going to do and was very professional. If you’re facing any charges, no matter the severity, I 100% recommend hiring Mr. Betteau. You will have the best outcome by doing so!

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Bart Betteau's Lawyer Endorsements

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Raymond Lowe

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bart doesn't need my endorsement but he deserves it. He is a tenacious advocate for his clients. We have had more than one case against each other and he always fights to the end. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Karaffa

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zaki Ali

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bart is an outstanding lawyer. A true warrior. I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Rush

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacy Uliana

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bart is not afraid to raise new legal arguments and challenge the State, and he gets great results."

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David Mosley

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Bower

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Betteau is a superior criminal defense attorney. Perhaps the best praise I can give is, if I were in trouble, I'd hire Bart."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

Top 100 DUI Attorneys - State of Indiana, The National Advocacy of DUI Defense, LLC

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

N/A

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

N/A

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Betteau Law Office, LLC

Associations

2014 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

Fisher v. State

Case dismissed against client

A.S. v. State, 923 N.E.2d 486 (Ind. Ct. App. 2010)

Trial Court's Order affirmed

State v. Hunter, 904 N.E.2d 371 (Ind. Ct. App. 2009).

Trail Court Order upheld. Evidence suppressed.

Barger v. Barger, 887 N.E.2d 990 (Ind. Ct. App. 2008)

Case reversed

City of New Albany v. New Albany DVD, LLC, 2004 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 14240

Case remanded to State Court

May v. State, 793 N.E.2d 1157 (Ind. Ct. App. 2003).

Trial Court affirmed.

Doan v. Watson

Settled

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Education

1992

Indiana University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Wabash College

AB Magan Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2015

DUI Defense

Attacking Blood Tests

2015

DUI Defense

DUI Defense

2013

DWI Defense

DWI Motions Practice

N/A

DWI Trail

Cross Examination of Police Officers in DWI

Publications

2015

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum Law Tips: DUI Defense - Jury Selection in Blood Test Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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