Law Offices of Paul Stanko
Main Office
105 E. Jefferson Blvd
South Bend, IN 46601
Office Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Other Locations
41.6752752,-86.2498252
About Law Firm
Paul Stanko is one of Indiana's most experienced criminal lawyers. As a prosecutor, judge and defense attorney, he has helped thousands of persons with issues in Indiana criminal courts. He has knowledge, expertise and experience in criminal matters.
The Law Offices of Paul Stanko, Attorney at Law are focused on providing high-quality client service and superior outcomes.
Paul Stanko's practice is devoted to the defense of those accused of drunk driving, drug possession, and other offenses throughout north central and northwest Indiana. From his South Bend office, he serves clients with criminal cases in St. Joseph, Elkhart, LaPorte, Marshall, Kosciusko, Fulton, Miami, and surrounding counties. From his Crown Point office, he serves counties along the I-65 corridor, including Lake, Jasper, Newton, Tippecanoe and White counties. Besides drunk driving and drug law defense, he handles all other criminal cases, including felony and misdemeanor charges.
Paul Stanko is honored to serve as a member of the Board of Governors and Historian of the American Judges Association, as well as chairman of the Retired/Senior Judges Committee and member of the Membership and Conference Site committees of that organization.
Paul is also a proud member of the NORML Legal Committee and the National Rifle Association, and a life-long civil libertarian and defender of the Bill of Rights.
With over 37 years of experience in Indiana criminal law and recognized expertise in defending persons accused of crimes, The Law Offices of Paul Stanko, Indiana Criminal Defense Attorney, are here to help you in your hour of need.
The Law Offices of Paul Stanko, Attorney at Law are focused on providing high-quality client service and superior outcomes.
Paul Stanko's practice is devoted to the defense of those accused of drunk driving, drug possession, and other offenses throughout north central and northwest Indiana. From his South Bend office, he serves clients with criminal cases in St. Joseph, Elkhart, LaPorte, Marshall, Kosciusko, Fulton, Miami, and surrounding counties. From his Crown Point office, he serves counties along the I-65 corridor, including Lake, Jasper, Newton, Tippecanoe and White counties. Besides drunk driving and drug law defense, he handles all other criminal cases, including felony and misdemeanor charges.
Paul Stanko is honored to serve as a member of the Board of Governors and Historian of the American Judges Association, as well as chairman of the Retired/Senior Judges Committee and member of the Membership and Conference Site committees of that organization.
Paul is also a proud member of the NORML Legal Committee and the National Rifle Association, and a life-long civil libertarian and defender of the Bill of Rights.
With over 37 years of experience in Indiana criminal law and recognized expertise in defending persons accused of crimes, The Law Offices of Paul Stanko, Indiana Criminal Defense Attorney, are here to help you in your hour of need.
Free Consultation. Fixed Fees.
Notable Work
Cases
Landis v. State
-Practice Area: Criminal defense
-Outcome: Indiana Court of Appeals and Supreme Court reversed conviction. On remand, we obtained a dismissal of charge.
-Description: Defendant had been convicted of felony Stalking based upon evidence at trial which included proof of prior stalking conviction. Trial counsel had objected to the evidence of prior conviction, but judge overruled objection, evidence was admitted, and conviction resulted. I took over on appeal and argued for reversal of conviction due to admission of this evidence.
P______ v. State
-Practice Area: Criminal defense
-Outcome: Not Guilty on all charges
-Description: Client was subjected to a late night "knock and talk" which resulted in a supposedly consential search and criminal charges. After electing to waive trial by jury and go to bench trial, hearing on our motion to suppress evidence and bench trial were consolidated into one hearing.
Publications
-ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE SUPREME COURT | Schmerber v. California (Article)
-ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE SUPREME COURT | Nebraska Press Association v. Stuart (Article)
-Computer Software | Instant OWI: Just Add Clients
Reviews
Thank you for the quick response on our case and getting us going in the right direction!
I got in trouble with some pretty serious marijuana charges in south bend where marijuana charges are very serious. Paul was good at communicating with me and explaining the process as we went on. He was able to get me a great deal which avoided jail time. Thank you so much Paul. You saved me a lot of stress and worry. Paul is the man for the job!
Mr. Stanko is a SUPER lawyer. I live in New York and when I got in trouble in Indiana (800 miles away) he was very accommodating and understanding of my unique situation. His experience shows and his presence is felt in the courtroom. He knows the law and is respected by everyone in the courtroom including the Judge and prosecutor. Everything he negotiated and told me would happen came into fruition 100% of the time. I was initially facing jail time and Mr. Stanko got me a deal for probation and community service. The case took longer than expected DUE TO COVID and he stood with me every step of the way. His calm and patience made me feel like things were going to work out and they did. YOU DEFINITELY WANT THIS GUY IN YOUR CORNER!!!
Paul is a great attorney and his law firm has done an excellent job in representing me . Thanks Paul.
I think Mr. Stanko is Awesome! I'm a out of state truck driver that recieved a ticket that Mr. Stanko helped me with to great satisfaction.