Atty. Donald Lee Simkin

Atty. Donald Lee Simkin

Donald Lee Simkin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil trial practice, criminal trial practice and 10 other areas of law. Donald received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About Donald Lee Simkin at a glance

Donald Lee Simkin is a Partner based in Richmond, Indiana, practicing at Burton and Simkin. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1974) and Indiana University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wayne County (President, 1999-2000), Indiana State and American Bar Associations Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Richmond, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald Lee Simkin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil trial practice, criminal trial practice and 10 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Donald practices at Burton and Simkin in Richmond, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Donald Lee Simkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald Lee Simkin 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.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Donald Lee Simkin is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Indiana →

Child Custody & Visitation

Donald Lee Simkin is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

Donald Lee Simkin is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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.

Donald Lee Simkin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Richmond 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 Donald Lee Simkin

Where is Donald Lee Simkin's law office located?
Donald Lee Simkin's law practice is located in Richmond, Indiana. The firm is Burton and Simkin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald Lee Simkin handle?
Donald Lee Simkin focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Donald Lee Simkin practiced law?
Donald Lee Simkin has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Donald Lee Simkin go to law school?
Donald Lee Simkin earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Donald Lee Simkin for a consultation?
You can contact Donald Lee Simkin 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 Donald Lee Simkin received?
Donald Lee Simkin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1974
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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