Atty. John Walter Mead

Atty. John Walter Mead

John Walter Mead is a lawyer practicing litigation, estate planning, probate and 11 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Salem Salem 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John Walter Mead at a glance

John Walter Mead is a Member based in Salem, Indiana, practicing at Mead, Mead & Clark, P.C.. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1970) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana U.S. Tax Court (1987). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1970) and Indiana University (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations Indiana Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Salem, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Walter Mead is a lawyer practicing litigation, estate planning, probate and 11 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices at Mead, Mead & Clark, P.C. in Salem, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John Walter Mead's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John Walter Mead is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

John Walter Mead is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Walter Mead 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 Walter Mead is one of 214,270 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 Walter Mead is one of 226,536 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 Salem 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 Walter Mead

Where is John Walter Mead's law office located?
John Walter Mead's law practice is located in Salem, Indiana. The firm is Mead, Mead & Clark, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Walter Mead handle?
John Walter Mead focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has John Walter Mead practiced law?
John Walter Mead has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John Walter Mead go to law school?
John Walter Mead earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact John Walter Mead for a consultation?
You can contact John Walter Mead 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 Walter Mead received?
John Walter Mead's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1970
A.B.
Indiana University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987

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