Atty. Sean Patrick Hilgendorf

Atty. Sean Patrick Hilgendorf

Sean Patrick Hilgendorf is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, juvenile and 8 other areas of law. Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years.

South Bend South Bend 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Sean Patrick Hilgendorf at a glance

Sean Patrick Hilgendorf is a dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and dv defense attorney based in South Bend, Indiana. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1997) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1997). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sean Patrick Hilgendorf is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, juvenile and 8 other areas of law
  • Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Sean practices in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Patrick Hilgendorf's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean Patrick Hilgendorf handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Domestic Violence Defense

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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 Sean Patrick Hilgendorf

Where is Sean Patrick Hilgendorf's law office located?
Sean Patrick Hilgendorf's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Patrick Hilgendorf handle?
Sean Patrick Hilgendorf focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Sean Patrick Hilgendorf practiced law?
Sean Patrick Hilgendorf has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Sean Patrick Hilgendorf go to law school?
Sean Patrick Hilgendorf earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Sean Patrick Hilgendorf for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1996
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1997

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