Atty. Michael Douglas Hardy

Atty. Michael Douglas Hardy

Michael Douglas Hardy is a lawyer practicing bank/thrift/credit union regulatory practice, corporate, bankruptcy and restructurings and 20 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

South Bend South Bend 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Douglas Hardy at a glance

Michael Douglas Hardy is a Partner based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and m&a. Educated at Indiana University - Bloomington (J.D., 1990) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Douglas Hardy is a lawyer practicing bank/thrift/credit union regulatory practice, corporate, bankruptcy and restructurings and 20 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Douglas Hardy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Douglas Hardy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael Douglas Hardy is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael Douglas Hardy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Douglas Hardy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 South Bend 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 Michael Douglas Hardy

Where is Michael Douglas Hardy's law office located?
Michael Douglas Hardy's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Douglas Hardy handle?
Michael Douglas Hardy focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Michael Douglas Hardy practiced law?
Michael Douglas Hardy has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Douglas Hardy go to law school?
Michael Douglas Hardy earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Michael Douglas Hardy for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Douglas Hardy 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 Michael Douglas Hardy received?
Michael Douglas Hardy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University - Bloomington
- 1990
B.A.
University of South Florida
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

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