Atty. James Herman Austen

Atty. James Herman Austen

James Herman Austen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, securities fraud, litigation section. James received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Logansport Logansport 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Herman Austen at a glance

James Herman Austen is a Partner based in Logansport, Indiana, practicing at Starr Austen & Miller, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on white collar, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1981). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1981) and Ball State University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cass County (Secretary/Treasurer, 1986-1987 Vice President, 1987-1990 President, 1991-1993), Indiana State and American Bar Associations Indiana Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Logansport, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Herman Austen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, securities fraud, litigation section
  • James received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Starr Austen & Miller, LLP in Logansport, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James Herman Austen's Areas of Practice

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

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Herman Austen is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James Herman Austen is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Logansport 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 James Herman Austen

Where is James Herman Austen's law office located?
James Herman Austen's law practice is located in Logansport, Indiana. The firm is Starr Austen & Miller, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Herman Austen handle?
James Herman Austen focuses on white collar, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Herman Austen practiced law?
James Herman Austen has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Herman Austen go to law school?
James Herman Austen earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact James Herman Austen for a consultation?
You can contact James Herman Austen 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 James Herman Austen received?
James Herman Austen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1981
B.S.
Ball State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1981

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