Atty. K. Edwin Applegate

Atty. K. Edwin Applegate

K. Edwin Applegate is a lawyer practicing probate and estate planning, criminal law, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law.

Bloomington Bloomington 77 Years Experience 77 year
Call (930) 203-8317

Profile Summary

About K. Edwin Applegate at a glance

K. Edwin Applegate is an Of Counsel based in Bloomington, Indiana, practicing at Applegate, McDonald & Associates, P.C.. They have 77+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1949. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1949), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1968). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1948) and Indiana University (B.S., 1946). Active member of Tri County, Monroe County, Indiana State (Chairman, Drug Abuse Committee, 1969-1971), Federal and American Bar Associations Indiana Trial Lawyers Association American Judicature Society. Serves clients in Bloomington, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • K. Edwin Applegate is a lawyer practicing probate and estate planning, criminal law, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law
  • K. Edwin received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1946, and has been licensed for 77 years
  • K. Edwin practices at Applegate, McDonald & Associates, P.C. in Bloomington, IN

Practice Areas Explained

K. Edwin Applegate's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases K. Edwin Applegate handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Bloomington 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 venue, 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 K. Edwin Applegate

Where is K. Edwin Applegate's law office located?
K. Edwin Applegate's law practice is located in Bloomington, Indiana. The firm is Applegate, McDonald & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does K. Edwin Applegate handle?
K. Edwin Applegate focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has K. Edwin Applegate practiced law?
K. Edwin Applegate has 77+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1949.
Where did K. Edwin Applegate go to law school?
K. Edwin Applegate earned their education at (J.D., 1948); (B.S., 1946).
How can I contact K. Edwin Applegate for a consultation?
You can contact K. Edwin Applegate 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.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1948
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1946

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1949
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1968

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