Atty. David Wayne Westland

Atty. David Wayne Westland

David Wayne Westland is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use & zoning, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Hammond Hammond 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About David Wayne Westland at a glance

David Wayne Westland is a Member based in Hammond, Indiana, practicing at Westland & Bennett, PC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1995). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1995) and Augustana College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hammond, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Wayne Westland is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use & zoning, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • David practices at Westland & Bennett, PC in Hammond, IN

Practice Areas Explained

David Wayne Westland's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Wayne Westland is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David Wayne Westland is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Land Use & Zoning

David Wayne Westland is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Hammond 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 David Wayne Westland

Where is David Wayne Westland's law office located?
David Wayne Westland's law practice is located in Hammond, Indiana. The firm is Westland & Bennett, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Wayne Westland handle?
David Wayne Westland focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has David Wayne Westland practiced law?
David Wayne Westland has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did David Wayne Westland go to law school?
David Wayne Westland earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact David Wayne Westland for a consultation?
You can contact David Wayne Westland 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 David Wayne Westland received?
David Wayne Westland's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1995
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1995

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