Joel Hand Law
Criminal Defense | Serving Indianapolis, IN
317-982-6060Contact Joel Hand Law for experienced Criminal Defense guidance in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Indianapolis Criminal Defense Law Firm
A 1995 graduate of Indiana University School of Law, as well as a 1992 graduate of DePauw University, I am a proven Indiana lawyer having tried over 80 jury trials and 200 bench trials.
After founding The Law Offices of Joel D. Hand, I received numerous awards, including the 2007 M.A.D.D. National Prosecutor of the Year Award. My experience and knowledge of impaired driving and traffic offenses places me among the very top in my profession.
Protecting and preserving your legal rights is job number one. My experience allows me to fully appreciate and understand the legal system and how to best protect your interests. Because of my extensive experience as a prosecutor, I thoroughly understand the criminal justice system, which allows me to better evaluate your case and determine the facts and law that can help you.
My law firm is focused on helping others and I look forward to helping you receive the personal attention and representation that you need and deserve.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Criminal Law
- DUI/DWI
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Drug Violations
- Sex Offenses
Call 317-982-6060 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Joel D. Hand
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1995
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 1995
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1995
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1995
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1995
- J.D.
- DePauw University, Greencastle, Indiana, 1992
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts
- Honors: Delta Sigma Rho, , Tau Kappa Alpha, Kappa Delta Pi
- Honors: Dean's List
- Major: Political Science
- Minor: Secondary Education
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Phi Alpha Delta, 1996 - Present (Alumni Advisor)
- Pleasant Run Charity Auction Board, 1995 - Present (Committee Chairman)
- Hamilton County Bar Association (Member)
- Indianapolis Bar Association (Member)
- Indiana State Bar Association (Member)
- Fatal Alcohol Crash Team (FACT) concept , 2001
- Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council (Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor)
- Indianapolis Children’s Choir Golf Outing Committee (2016 to present)
- Neighborhood Watch (2014 to Present)
- Fishers Youth Assistance Program – Board President (2013 to 2016)
- Parent Teacher Organization – Board Secretary (2013-14 school year)
- Miles Ahead Teen Driving Intensive Advisory Board (2011 to 2016)
- Hamilton Southeastern Schools High Ability Broadbased Planning Committee (2011 to 2014)
- Indiana Safe Kids Advisory Board (2008 to 2013)
- Hamilton Centers Youth Services Bureau – Board Member (2007 to 2009)
- SNAP Into Action, Inc. – Board Member (2006 to 2009), Secretary (2008-2009)
- Indiana MADD – Operations Council (2005 to 2008)
- Brooke’s Place for Grieving Children – Volunteer (2002 to 2004)
- North United Methodist Church – Finance Committee (2018-Present) Staff Parrish Relations Committee (2009-2012)
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Joel Dee Hand
This attorney practices in Indiana and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2015 |
| DUI | Since 2015 |