Atty. Frederick Ray Hains

Atty. Frederick Ray Hains

Mr. Frederick Ray Hains is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution (adr), business law, family & juvenile law and 4 other areas of law.

South Bend South Bend 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Frederick Ray Hains at a glance

Frederick Ray Hains is a Managing Partner based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Hains Law Firm, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, real estate, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1991), and Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Tribal Courts (2010). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1973) and Wittenberg University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of St and Joseph County and Indiana State Bar Associations. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Frederick Ray Hains is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution (adr), business law, family & juvenile law and 4 other areas of law
  • Frederick received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Frederick practices at Hains Law Firm, LLP in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick Ray Hains's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Juvenile Law

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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 South Bend 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 Frederick Ray Hains

Where is Frederick Ray Hains's law office located?
Frederick Ray Hains's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. The firm is Hains Law Firm, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick Ray Hains handle?
Frederick Ray Hains focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, real estate, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Frederick Ray Hains practiced law?
Frederick Ray Hains has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Frederick Ray Hains go to law school?
Frederick Ray Hains earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Frederick Ray Hains for a consultation?
You can contact Frederick Ray Hains 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 Frederick Ray Hains received?
Frederick Ray Hains's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1973
B.A.
Wittenberg University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991
Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Tribal Courts
Admitted: 2010

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