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Atty. Michael Joseph Progar

Atty. Michael Joseph Progar

Atty. Michael Joseph Progar is a lawyer practicing products liability, construction liability, general liability and 8 other areas of law.

Highland Highland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Progar at a glance

Michael Joseph Progar is a Member based in Highland, Indiana, practicing at Doherty & Progar LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, workers comp, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1982), and Wisconsin (1987). Educated at DePaul University (J.D. DePaul, 1981) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chicago, Lake County and Indiana State Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin Defense Research Institute Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Highland, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Michael Joseph Progar is a lawyer practicing products liability, construction liability, general liability and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Michael practices at Doherty & Progar LLC in Highland, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Progar's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Highland 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 Joseph Progar

Where is Michael Joseph Progar's law office located?
Michael Joseph Progar's law practice is located in Highland, Indiana. The firm is Doherty & Progar LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Progar handle?
Michael Joseph Progar focuses on business, workers comp, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Michael Joseph Progar practiced law?
Michael Joseph Progar has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Michael Joseph Progar go to law school?
Michael Joseph Progar earned their education at (J.D. DePaul, 1981); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Progar for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Joseph Progar 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 Joseph Progar received?
Michael Joseph Progar's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. DePaul
DePaul University
- 1981
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1982
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997
Indiana
Admitted: 2001

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