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Providing a Full Range Of Legal Services For Merrillville and individuals

More than a decade of serving our friends, family and neighbors

At Weiss & Schmidgall, P.C., our most valuable assets are our clients and our relationships with them. We know we’re doing our job right when our clients — that we’ve helped in good or difficult situations in the past — come back and tell their friends, neighbors and family about us.

We offer a wide range of practices beyond our core criminal defense, bankruptcy and foreclosure defense practices, including general civil litigation, probate and estates, and real estate law. All of our attorney have significant experience handling these various legal practices. Whether you’re a new client or you’ve worked with us before, we may be able to help you in numerous ways.

Lawyers for the community

Weiss & Schmidgall, P.C., is here to help you take all appropriate legal action on your behalf, whether you’re an individual or a business in Lake County, Porter County or elsewhere in Indiana:

  • General civil litigation: We litigate not just in the bankruptcy court or in criminal trials, but in a wide array of general civil claims as well, including breach of contract, personal injury, property disputes and more. We can review your case and determine what the best course of action is for you.
  • Business law, Merrillville businesses and companies throughout the state work with our attorneys on various types of contracts, including employment agreements, severance and noncompete agreements and commercial transactions. We also resolve business disputes throughout the region, and we use arbitration, mediation and, if necessary, litigation to obtain the best results we can. In addition, we counsel companies on formation and other legal issues involved in forming and running a company.
  • Real estate: Whether in a real estate purchase or a property dispute, the Weiss & Schmidgall team provides legal advice during transactions, such as purchases or sales of homes and represents clients during real estate disputes, landlord-tenant disputes and more.
  • Probate and estate law: Our team can help you plan for your child’s future and determine the best way to set up a will, trust and other succession and asset protection documents. We also provide legal counsel for estate administration and probate, and can represent parties during probate or trust litigation.

Talk to our legal team about foreclosure and debt solutions

For more than a decade, the Weiss & Schmidgall, P.C. team has been serving the people of Indiana. From our office in Merrillville, we serve all of Lake and Porter County and clients statewide. Contact us online today or call 219-293-8988 to learn more about our services, flexible payment plans and free initial consultations. 

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Victoria Bain
Associate

About Victoria Bain joined Weiss, Schmidgall & Hires as an associate attorney in 2023. She is licensed to practice law in both Indiana and Illinois. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Valparaiso University. Victoria has been practicing law…

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Christopher R. Schmidgall
Member

For more than twenty years, Christopher Schmidgall has helped individuals and small businesses in Northwest Indiana and the Northern District of Illinois navigate some of the most difficult financial moments of their lives. He takes pride in working closely with clients who are struggling financially, helping them find real solutions and a path toward financial freedom. Chris became a Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist through...

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Amanda C. Hires
Member

Attorney Amanda C. Hires is an experienced Indiana criminal defense attorney serving clients throughout Lake County, Porter County, and Northwest Indiana. She is dedicated to protecting the rights, freedom, and future of individuals facing criminal charges and related legal matters. Amanda provides strategic...

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Jessica McPheeters
Partner

Jessica McPheeters is an attorney licensed to practice law in Indiana, providing legal services in estate planning, probate, real estate, business matters, and civil litigation. She represents individuals, families, and businesses with a practical, results-driven approach focused on clear guidance and effective advocacy. Jessica has significant trial experience and regularly represents clients in complex civil matters. In addition to her private practice...

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    I had a criminal case and I was represented by the best and kindest lawyer who worked for Amanda Hire. Her name is Victoria Bein. She went above and beyond...

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    Chris and his staff have help my get back on track. When I need guidance on my finances Chris helped me make the best decision. I’m less than 2yrs I was debt free! He is the type of attorney that is always willing to help. My family and friends all...

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    They helped me get my driver's license reinstated. They're affordable reliable and trustworthy. I am very thankful for their help and highly recommend their service.

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