Atty. Bernard Katz

Atty. Bernard Katz

Bernard Katz is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice in all courts, corporate, business and 17 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1957, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Elkhart Elkhart 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard Katz at a glance

Bernard Katz is a Member based in Elkhart, Indiana, practicing at Bernard Katz. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, and trusts. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1964), Indiana (1964), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1964), and U.S. Supreme Court (2002). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1964) and Bradley University (B.S., 1957). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Elkhart(President, 1984), Elkhart County, Indiana State (Member, Sections on: Corporate Counsel Family and Juvenile Law Probate, Trust and Real Property) and American (Member, Sections on: Corporation, Banking and Business Law Family Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Elkhart, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard Katz is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice in all courts, corporate, business and 17 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1957, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Bernard practices at Bernard Katz in Elkhart, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Katz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Katz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Bernard Katz is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Indiana →

Wills

Bernard Katz is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Bernard Katz is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Indiana →

Child Custody & Visitation

Bernard Katz is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Indiana →

Trusts

Bernard Katz is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Elkhart are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernard Katz

Where is Bernard Katz's law office located?
Bernard Katz's law practice is located in Elkhart, Indiana. The firm is Bernard Katz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Katz handle?
Bernard Katz focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Bernard Katz practiced law?
Bernard Katz has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Bernard Katz go to law school?
Bernard Katz earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.S., 1957).
How can I contact Bernard Katz for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard Katz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bernard Katz received?
Bernard Katz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1964
B.S.
Bradley University
- 1957

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1964
Indiana
Admitted: 1964
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002

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