Recognized by The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 – Criminal Defense, Elite Lawyer – Criminal Defense, and America’s Best Advocates Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney.
Experienced Criminal Lawyer Fighting For You
Relentless. With over 30 years of criminal defense experience and more than 41 successful jury trials. As a former deputy prosecutor in Vigo and Clay Counties, he understands prosecution strategies and uses that insider knowledge to build stronger defenses. Every case is prepared as if it will be tried to a jury. This level of preparation often leads to stronger negotiating leverage with prosecutors and more favorable plea offers, while ensuring you are fully ready if trial becomes necessary.
A dismissal or significant reduction of your charges is our primary goal. We have a consistent record of obtaining dismissals, acquittals, and favorable plea agreements. While every case is fact-sensitive and outcomes cannot be guaranteed, clients who retain us are typically able to resolve their cases without incarceration.
When you retain our firm, ‘Your case’ becomes ‘our case.’ We will treat you like family, clearly explain each step of the legal process, and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome. Rowdy combines trial experience with compassion, walking you through what is often the most challenging situation you’ve faced.
Award-Winning Criminal Defense. Rowdy has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 – Criminal Defense, Elite Lawyer, and America’s Best Advocates as a top criminal defense attorney.
Local Court Advantage. Daily courtroom practice in Terre Haute and surrounding counties has given Rowdy deep familiarity with local judges and prosecutors. This knowledge combined with his 41+ jury trials provides a distinct advantage: stronger negotiations and better case preparation than attorneys unfamiliar with local court dynamics.
Charges that Rowdy has successfully defended.
- Drug Related Charges such as Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drugs, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Heroin, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Precursors, Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Dealing Drugs, Dealing Marijuana, Dealing Heroin, Dealing Methamphetamine, Dealing Cocaine, Dealing in Marijuana, Dealing in Heroin, Dealing in Methamphetamine, Dealing in Cocaine.
- Auto Theft, Receiving Stolen Auto Parts
- Invasion of Privacy, Stalking Fraud
- Misdemeanors: DUI, Trespassing, Public Intoxication, Conversion, Minor in Possession of Alcohol
- Felonies: Burglary, Theft, Robbery, Murder
- Sex and Violent Crimes: Rape, Child Molesting, Sexual Battery, Sex Crimes, Statutory Rape, Battery, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, Aggravated Battery, Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury, Battery Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury, Intimidation
DUI
Serious Consequences. Drunk driving charges, including OVWI/ DUI alcohol or drugs, are prosecuted aggressively by prosecutors in the Wabash Valley. If you have been charged with DUI, knowing your rights and retaining an experienced and skilled Terre Haute DUI lawyer to evaluate your case is critical. The punishment for drunk driving is serious and can include jail time, fines, outpatient and in-patient treatment programs, and a lengthy driver’s license suspension. Even when you eventually are eligible to get your driver’s license back, you could end up paying thousands of dollars in high-risk insurance premiums. If you are convicted of a second dui or drunk driving offense, you may face a felony charge.
Typical Police Reports. As a former deputy prosecutor, Rowdy knows that law enforcement gathers evidence for potential DUI cases in a variety of ways. Even prior to pulling you over, an officer typically wants to witness firsthand his or her first-hand your driving, and report to the judge if you were weaving in and out of traffic, traveling at a high rate of speed or driving in some other reckless or unsafe manner. When you are pulled over, the police will observe all of your actions. A delay retrieving or dropping your license can be reported as fumbling. If you are nervous or you have sat in your vehicle for a long period of time and brace yourself as you get out of the car, the police may state that you were unsteady on your feet. The law enforcement official typically will shine a bright light into your eyes and state that your eyes were glassy and bloodshot. These statements in police reports are frequent and standard in a dui report. Terre Haute DUI attorney Rowdy Williams have handled hundreds of OVWI/DUI/Drunk Driving cases. He is experienced in cross-examining the witnesses to counter the impact of the aforesaid testimony.
Challenging Evidence. In the event you have failed a Breathalyzer test, there are ways to fight dui charge in court of law. There are certain standards and procedures that law enforcement must be comply with before giving the Breathalyzer test. Our Terre Haute Drunk Driving attorneys thoroughly understands the law, therefore we can provide good legal analysis regarding the admissibility of the test. Rowdy and his colleagues have been successful in keeping this type of evidence out. Our attorneys have also challenged the stops themselves. Whether your case involves an accident, a Breath Test failure and/or guilty statements made to the police, you should still seek the counsel of an experienced dui lawyer to help you stay out of jail.
Bankruptcy-Chapter 7 and Chapter 13
When I founded the firm I decided to do thinks differently. Our Firm has a client first mentality. We have a client-first mentality and have helped thousands of clients. Our Terre Haute Law Firm has eliminated millions of dollars in debt, and understand the anxiety you may feel if you are currently overwhelmed with debt, car loan repossession threats, mortgage foreclosures, garnishments and creditor harassment. If you and your family are facing mounting financial pressure, a knowledgeable Terre Haute bankruptcy attorney can help you find your way out of debt, and help you obtain a fresh start. We believe in treating each client like he or she is our only client. As such, we strive to deliver the best possible results, thereby allowing our clients to leave my office with a great sense of satisfaction.
$0 Up-Front Attorney Fee Bankruptcy Available In Some Cases
We may be able to file your bankruptcy with $0 attorney fees up-front in some cases.
Benefits of Filing with a bankruptcy attorney. There are tremendous benefits of filing for bankruptcy. In most cases you can keep all of your property and get a fresh start. Here are some of the great benefits of filing bankruptcy:
- Most clients keep all of their property.
- It Stops Foreclosure.
- It Can Stop Car Repossessions.
- It Can Eliminate Certain Tax Debts.
- It Can Eliminate Credit Card Debt.
- It Can Eliminate Medical Debt.
- It Can Stop Wage Garnishments And Lawsuits.
- In Some Cases It Can Lower Your Car Payment.
- It Stops Creditor Harassment.
- It Can Save Your Home And Car.
- It Means You Get A Fresh Start.
Desire a Credit Score of 700? A big misconception that some of my clients make, is that filing with a bankruptcy attorney will ruin their credit score forever. The fact is, filing bankruptcy with a qualified bankruptcy law firm may be the only way to improve their credit score. A lot of debtors have bad credit due to a divorce, job firing or unexpected medical expenses. People have been misled (typically from the credit card companies) regarding people ruining their credit after they file with a bankruptcy lawyer. The following are the facts:
- While filing chapter 7 bankruptcy will remain on your credit report for a 10-year period and chapter 13 bankruptcy will stay on for 7 years, it does not take ten years to reestablish your credit score. There has been a study that states that 96% of debtors were offered new credit after one year of filing bankruptcy.
- You can get credit again! While improving your credit does not happen magically, we will walk you through the steps you need to take. The credit types that people want after a bankruptcy are new car loans, credit cards and home loans. A lot of my clients expressed to me that they are offered credit card and vehicle loan offers after securing their discharge. The reason for this is they are a good credit risk! My clients have discharged and gotten rid of a huge amount of debt which was making them a poor credit risk. By getting rid of the debt and freeing up disposable income they become more attractive to lenders. In addition, people cannot file a bankruptcy petition again for a long time. I am aware of car lenders that may provide finance cars right after you file bankruptcy.
- By virtue of the fact that credit scores are weighted greater towards recent activity and not mistakes you have made in the past, a person that is timely on paying his/her or debts after bankruptcy and handles their other financial decisions in a reasonable and prudent manner, should expect to notice an improved credit score within twelve months after they file. The notion that a person who chooses bankruptcy relief will sentence you to a reality where you cannot get credit is just not correct!
Divorce
30+ Years of Family Law Experience. Our firm has more than three decades of experience litigating and trying family law cases. During that time, we’ve helped thousands of clients navigate some of the most stressful periods of their lives. We handle hundreds of family law cases each year, providing substantial experience in resolving disputes through litigation when necessary. This depth of practice allows us to apply strong litigation skills strategically and effectively to pursue the best possible outcomes.
Recognized Excellence. Our family law attorneys have been recognized by Best of the Best Attorneys as Top 10 Family Law Attorney and by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys as 10 Best Attorneys—reflecting our commitment to outstanding representation and client results.
Staying Current Through Continuing Education. Our family law attorneys regularly participate in continuing legal education to stay current on changes in the law and advancements in family law procedures. We are particularly attentive to developments in artificial intelligence and, when appropriate, use these tools ethically and with our clients’ informed consent to enhance case preparation and improve outcomes.
Most people find that going through a divorce is the most stressful part of their lives. The Terre Haute divorce lawyers at Rowdy Williams Law Firm, P.C. desire to make it as painless as possible for you and the people closest to you. Our Firm handles cases in both contested and uncontested divorce.
Our divorce attorneys will listen closely to you and answer all of the questions that you have. We will then evaluate your case and provide great legal advice to you regarding all your choice under the laws of Indiana. It is our primary goal to help you make the right decisions that protect your interests. We understand that there is often a lot more happening in your life than your dissolution of marriage action. It is our goal get to know you as a person, so that we are enabled to customize your legal representation in a manner that wins your case. Life changes occur in everyone’s life. However, the stress and uncertainly that you may feel about what is happening does not have to occur. Our skilled divorce lawyers will work relentlessly every day to help you through this difficult time. Although you are not required to have a Terre Haute divorce lawyer to represent you, having an experienced attorney who is familiar with the judges in the Wabash Valley is vital to navigate the complex divorce process.
Our aggressive divorce attorneys can provide the legal advice and personal attention to create a resolution to the following divorce issues:
- Contested divorce
- Uncontested divorce
- High net worth divorce
- Legal separation
- Child custody
- Property division
- Debt division
- Spousal support
- Child support
- Child visitation
- Maintenance
- Modifications
- Post decree matters
- Parenting time
Child Custody
Dedicated Child Custody Lawyers. Child Custody Attorneys. Our Terre Haute child custody attorneys have the skill and experience to represent parents fighting for custody. We understand how difficult and uncertain this time is—our role is to ensure the judge hears your side of the story and understands what’s in your child’s best interest.
The Important Role of a Child Custody Attorney. Our family law attorneys provide a free consultation to anyone who is serious about prevailing in the custody dispute. We provide the personal attention to each case. We know that things are not always true that the other party has put in the custody pleadings that are filed with the Court. We will make sure that the judge hears your side of the story.
Rowdy Williams Law Firm, P.C. Combines Trial skills With Compassion
Our child custody attorneys will deliver the knowledge and skill that is required to win your child custody case. Our experience inside and outside of the Wabash Valley courtrooms enables us to deliver exceptional case outcomes for the clients that we represent.
Our Custody law firm will be with you each step of the way. The uncertain time of fighting for your child will become manageable knowing that your child custody lawyer has the trial experience necessary to win your case.
Our Terre Haute Law Firm is mindful of the integrity necessary to build your case while showing bad things about the other parent. This necessity is in no way meant to embarrass the other party; it is simply providing all of the facts necessary to the judge to let him or her determine that is in the best interest of the children.
Family Law (Child Support/Visitation/Guardianship)
Family Law Attorneys Serving Terre Haute and the Surrounding Counties. Hiring a Terre Haute family law attorney requires developing a partnership with your lawyer to achieve the goals in your child support, visitation or guardianship case. Our Firm is committed to your case and will provide the aggressive legal representation that your case deserves. Our highly skilled family law lawyers are dedicated to delivering results for your case. We have the reputation among our clients of being honest, hardworking and relentless in winning your case.
Provide you with personal attention. We will help you win your case regarding the following case types:
- Child Support
- Visitation
- Guardianship
- Adoption
- College Expenses
