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Atty. H. Jonathon Costas

Atty. H. Jonathon Costas

H. Jonathon Costas is a lawyer practicing elder law, probate, trust & real property (ptrp).

Merrillville Merrillville 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (219) 533-3079 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About H. Jonathon Costas at a glance

H. Jonathon Costas is an Of Counsel based in Merrillville, Indiana, practicing at Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1989). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and St. Joseph's College (B.A. Business, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indiana Bar Association. Serands clients in Merrillville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • H. Jonathon Costas is a lawyer practicing elder law, probate, trust & real property (ptrp)
  • H. received a B.A. degree from St. Joseph's College in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • H. practices at Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP in Merrillville, IN and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

H. Jonathon Costas's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

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

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

H. Jonathon Costas is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Merrillville 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 H. Jonathon Costas

Where is H. Jonathon Costas's law office located?
H. Jonathon Costas's law practice is located in Merrillville, Indiana. The firm is Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does H. Jonathon Costas handle?
H. Jonathon Costas focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has H. Jonathon Costas practiced law?
H. Jonathon Costas has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did H. Jonathon Costas go to law school?
H. Jonathon Costas earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A. Business, 1979).
How can I contact H. Jonathon Costas for a consultation?
You can contact H. Jonathon Costas 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 H. Jonathon Costas received?
H. Jonathon Costas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1989
B.A. Business
St. Joseph's College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1989

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