Atty. Robert Michael Schwerd
Robert Michael Schwerd is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, ethics & professional responsibility and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Monmouth College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Ethics & Professional Responsibility & More Attorney · Serving Valparaiso, IN · 52+ Years Experience
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About Robert Michael Schwerd at a Glance
Robert Michael Schwerd is a Member based in Valparaiso, Indiana, practicing at Robert M. Schwerd. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, government, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1975). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1974) and Monmouth College (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County Bar Association (Member, Judicial Qualifications and Compensation Committee, 1988-1993, Chairman, 1992) Indiana Municipal Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Valparaiso, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Michael Schwerd
- Robert Michael Schwerd is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, ethics & professional responsibility and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Monmouth College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Robert practices at Robert M. Schwerd in Valparaiso, IN
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Michael Schwerd's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Michael Schwerd handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Valparaiso.
Personal Injury in Valparaiso
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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Civil Litigation in Valparaiso
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert Michael Schwerd is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →
Government & Administrative Law in Valparaiso
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Robert Michael Schwerd is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Indiana →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Valparaiso
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Robert Michael Schwerd is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Valparaiso
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 Valparaiso 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.
Valparaiso Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Valparaiso-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 Valparaiso Choose Robert Michael Schwerd
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 Robert Michael Schwerd's practice in the field of personal injury, litigation, government, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Michael Schwerd brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, Robert Michael Schwerd can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, litigation, and government, Robert Michael Schwerd can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Valparaiso
A Valparaiso-based practice means Robert Michael Schwerd attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Michael Schwerd Handles in Valparaiso
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