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Atty. Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.

Atty. Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.

Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, adoption law and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Merrillville Merrillville 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. at a glance

Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. is a Member based in Merrillville, Indiana, practicing at Richard F. McDevitt, Attorney. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on adoption, adr, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1986). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington (J.D., 1985) and Indiana University (B.A. History, 1982). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Indiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in Merrillville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, adoption law and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Richard practices at Richard F. McDevitt, Attorney in Merrillville, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Adoption

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Indiana →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Merrillville 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 Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.

Where is Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.'s law office located?
Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.'s law practice is located in Merrillville, Indiana. The firm is Richard F. McDevitt, Attorney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. handle?
Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. focuses on adoption, adr, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. practiced law?
Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. go to law school?
Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. History, 1982).
How can I contact Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr. received?
Richard Frederick McDevitt, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington
- 1985
B.A. History
Indiana University
- 1982

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1986

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