Atty. Marcel Katz
Marcel Katz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Marcel received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Lafayette, IN · 54+ Years Experience
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About Marcel Katz at a Glance
Marcel Katz is a Member based in Lafayette, Indiana, practicing at Law Offices of Marcel Katz. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1972). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1972) and Indiana University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tippecanoe County (President, 2005-2006), Indiana State and American Bar Associations Indiana Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Lafayette, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Marcel Katz
- Marcel Katz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
- Marcel received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Marcel practices at Law Offices of Marcel Katz in Lafayette, IN
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Marcel Katz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marcel Katz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lafayette.
Personal Injury in Lafayette
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.
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Criminal Defense in Lafayette
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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Family Law in Lafayette
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lafayette
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 Lafayette 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.
Lafayette Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lafayette-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lafayette Choose Marcel Katz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Marcel Katz's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Marcel Katz brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Marcel Katz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lafayette
A Lafayette-based practice means Marcel Katz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Marcel Katz Handles in Lafayette
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