Atty. Michael E. Polen, Jr.

Atty. Michael E. Polen, Jr.

Michael E. Polen, Jr. grew up in Highland, Indiana, where he continues to live with his wife Denise and their two children.

Dyer Dyer 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael E. Polen, Jr. at a glance

Michael E. Polen, Jr. is a Member based in Dyer, Indiana, practicing at Rubino, Ruman, Crosmer & Polen. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2004) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (2004). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Callumet College of St. Joseph (B.S., 2000). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dyer, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael E. Polen, Jr. grew up in Highland, Indiana, where he continues to live with his wife Denise and their two children
  • After graduating from Highland High School, Michael served his community as a police officer for more than a decade
  • As an accident re-constructionist with the Highland Police Department, Michael led numerous crash investigations involving fatalities and serious personal injuries
  • Through his substantial law enforcement training, he learned the highly technical skills of gathering evidence, documenting serious accidents, analyzing causation and determining culpability
  • Upon being admitted to practice law, Michael focused his career on helping clients who have been wrongfully injured or killed because of the negligence of another
  • Michael’s wealth of experience with law enforcement and personal injury cases is critically important in assisting clients through the most challenging of circumstances

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E. Polen, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael E. Polen, Jr. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Indiana →

Wrongful Death

Michael E. Polen, Jr. 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.

Michael E. Polen, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael E. Polen, Jr. 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.

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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 Dyer 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 E. Polen, Jr.

Where is Michael E. Polen, Jr.'s law office located?
Michael E. Polen, Jr.'s law practice is located in Dyer, Indiana. The firm is Rubino, Ruman, Crosmer & Polen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E. Polen, Jr. handle?
Michael E. Polen, Jr. focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Michael E. Polen, Jr. practiced law?
Michael E. Polen, Jr. has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Michael E. Polen, Jr. go to law school?
Michael E. Polen, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 2000).
How can I contact Michael E. Polen, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Michael E. Polen, Jr. 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 E. Polen, Jr. received?
Michael E. Polen, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 2004
B.S.
Callumet College of St. Joseph
- 2000

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 2004

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