Atty. Thomas John Costakis

Atty. Thomas John Costakis

Thomas John Costakis is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial litigation, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas John Costakis at a glance

Thomas John Costakis is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Krieg DeVault LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, trade secrets, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1988), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis (J.D., 1985) and Purdue University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State and Federal Seventh Circuit Bar Associations. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas John Costakis is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial litigation, products liability and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas practices at Krieg DeVault LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas John Costakis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas John Costakis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas John Costakis is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Trade Secrets

Thomas John Costakis is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Indiana →

Product Liability

Thomas John Costakis is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thomas John Costakis is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →

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 Indianapolis 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 Thomas John Costakis

Where is Thomas John Costakis's law office located?
Thomas John Costakis's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Krieg DeVault LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas John Costakis handle?
Thomas John Costakis focuses on personal injury, business, trade secrets, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Thomas John Costakis practiced law?
Thomas John Costakis has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas John Costakis go to law school?
Thomas John Costakis earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Thomas John Costakis for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas John Costakis 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 Thomas John Costakis received?
Thomas John Costakis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
- 1985
B.S.
Purdue University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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