Atty. Duwayne Walter Herman

Atty. Duwayne Walter Herman

Duwayne Walter Herman is a lawyer practicing real estate, banking, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Duwayne received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Decatur Decatur 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Duwayne Walter Herman at a glance

Duwayne Walter Herman is a Member based in Decatur, Indiana, practicing at Smith, Burry, Herman & Miller, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1975). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1974) and Purdue University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Allen County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Decatur, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Duwayne Walter Herman is a lawyer practicing real estate, banking, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Duwayne received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Duwayne practices at Smith, Burry, Herman & Miller, P.C. in Decatur, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Duwayne Walter Herman's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Duwayne Walter Herman is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

Duwayne Walter Herman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Duwayne Walter Herman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Duwayne Walter Herman 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.

Duwayne Walter Herman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Decatur 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 Duwayne Walter Herman

Where is Duwayne Walter Herman's law office located?
Duwayne Walter Herman's law practice is located in Decatur, Indiana. The firm is Smith, Burry, Herman & Miller, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Duwayne Walter Herman handle?
Duwayne Walter Herman focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Duwayne Walter Herman practiced law?
Duwayne Walter Herman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Duwayne Walter Herman go to law school?
Duwayne Walter Herman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Duwayne Walter Herman for a consultation?
You can contact Duwayne Walter Herman 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 Duwayne Walter Herman received?
Duwayne Walter Herman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

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

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1975

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