Atty. John Elmer Birk

Atty. John Elmer Birk

John Elmer Birk is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, insurance defense and 8 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Elmer Birk at a glance

John Elmer Birk is a Member based in Jasper, Indiana, practicing at Birk & Birk Attorneys At Law, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on probate, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1989), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1989). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and United States Military Academy (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Indianapolis, Dubois County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Jasper, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Elmer Birk is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, insurance defense and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices at Birk & Birk Attorneys At Law, P.C. in Jasper, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John Elmer Birk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Elmer Birk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

John Elmer Birk is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

Wrongful Death

John Elmer Birk is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

John Elmer Birk is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

John Elmer Birk is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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.

John Elmer Birk is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Jasper 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 John Elmer Birk

Where is John Elmer Birk's law office located?
John Elmer Birk's law practice is located in Jasper, Indiana. The firm is Birk & Birk Attorneys At Law, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Elmer Birk handle?
John Elmer Birk focuses on probate, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has John Elmer Birk practiced law?
John Elmer Birk has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did John Elmer Birk go to law school?
John Elmer Birk earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact John Elmer Birk for a consultation?
You can contact John Elmer Birk 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 John Elmer Birk received?
John Elmer Birk's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1989
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- 1981

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

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

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