Atty. William Dewitt Nesmith

Atty. William Dewitt Nesmith

Mr. William Dewitt Nesmith is a lawyer practicing civil practice, bankruptcy, criminal defense and 12 other areas of law.

Evansville Evansville 38 Years Experience 38 year

Profile Summary

About William Dewitt Nesmith at a glance

William Dewitt Nesmith is a Member based in Evansville, Indiana, practicing at Dunlap & Nesmith, LLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, chapter 7, chapter 13, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1988), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1988), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1993), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (2003). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1988) and University of Evansville (B.A. University, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Vanderburgh County (Indiana) Henderson County (Kentucky) Indiana State Bar Association, Kentucky Bar Association, American Bar Associations, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in Evansville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Dewitt Nesmith is a lawyer practicing civil practice, bankruptcy, criminal defense and 12 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Evansville in 1972, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • William practices at Dunlap & Nesmith, LLC in Evansville, IN

Practice Areas Explained

William Dewitt Nesmith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Dewitt Nesmith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

William Dewitt Nesmith is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

William Dewitt Nesmith is one of 8,008 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Indiana →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

William Dewitt Nesmith is one of 5,723 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Indiana →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Evansville 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Dewitt Nesmith

Where is William Dewitt Nesmith's law office located?
William Dewitt Nesmith's law practice is located in Evansville, Indiana. The firm is Dunlap & Nesmith, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Dewitt Nesmith handle?
William Dewitt Nesmith focuses on divorce, wills, chapter 7, chapter 13, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has William Dewitt Nesmith practiced law?
William Dewitt Nesmith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did William Dewitt Nesmith go to law school?
William Dewitt Nesmith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A. University, 1972).
How can I contact William Dewitt Nesmith for a consultation?
You can contact William Dewitt Nesmith 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 William Dewitt Nesmith received?
William Dewitt Nesmith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1988
B.A. University
University of Evansville
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 2003
Indiana
Admitted: 2004

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