Atty. William Kenneth Deer

Atty. William Kenneth Deer

Indiana Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, & Wrongful Death Lawyer Attorney William K. Deer joined Langer & Langer as a skilled trial attorney with a passion for justice.

Valparaiso Valparaiso 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About William Kenneth Deer at a glance

William Kenneth Deer is an Associate based in Valparaiso, Indiana, practicing at Langer & Langer Attorneys at Law. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1986), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Valparaiso, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Indiana Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, & Wrongful Death Lawyer Attorney William K. Deer joined Langer & Langer as a skilled trial attorney with a passion for justice
  • Known as Wick, he has tried over 175 jury trials to verdict in State and Federal Court since his admission to the bar in 1986
  • Having represented clients from all walks of life, he understands how stressful, confusing, and intimidating the legal process can be
  • Wick listens carefully to his client's concerns, works hard to demystify the process, and strives to make his clients as comfortable as possible
  • In addition to his personal injury experience, he has also handled complex business litigation, including securities fraud, transportation tariffs, and medical equipment litigation
  • For 17 years, he served as a senior trial attorney with Allstate Insurance, which affords him a unique, 360-degree view of casualty related claims
  • He has also served as a civil mediator where he has been engaged to improve communication between parties, help to clarify key facts, identify legal issues, and explore options for a mutually agreeable resolution
  • Wick is admitted to practice before the US Supreme Court, the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, US District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, the US District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, and the Supreme Court of the State of Indiana
  • He is an active member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
  • A lifelong Hoosier, Wick moved to Porter County in 2005 with Alisa, his wife of 34 year
  • Outside of the office and courtroom, he enjoys reading and board gaming

Practice Areas Explained

William Kenneth Deer's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

William Kenneth Deer is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Indiana →

Wrongful Death

William Kenneth Deer is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Indiana →

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.

William Kenneth Deer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 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 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 William Kenneth Deer

Where is William Kenneth Deer's law office located?
William Kenneth Deer's law practice is located in Valparaiso, Indiana. The firm is Langer & Langer Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Kenneth Deer handle?
William Kenneth Deer focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has William Kenneth Deer practiced law?
William Kenneth Deer has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William Kenneth Deer go to law school?
William Kenneth Deer earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact William Kenneth Deer for a consultation?
You can contact William Kenneth Deer 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.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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