Justia Lawyer Rating and Reviews for Paul Stanko

Carmen Post March 2, 2023

Rating: 10

I believe Paul Stanko knows much about the law and how to handle cases. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Works on criminal matters in the same County.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case

We represented Co-Defendants

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
February 2023

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

He is very knowledgeable in many areas of law but especially criminal matters.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

No matter what comes his way he knows how to handle the case.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He can look at the case and figure out next steps on what is needed for that matter.

Communication Skills: Very Good

He has always answered when I called and answered my questions when I asked.

Ethics and Professionalism: Very Good

He seems very ethical and professional in my interactions with him.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Litigation
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Donald J. Ramsell November 15, 2019

Rating: 10

Paul has all of the experience and contacts and know-how needed to successfully defend a client. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
Other

Colleagues who handle DUI cases.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case

I have referred clients to this lawyer

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
From 2001 to present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Clients that I have referred have reported total satisfaction with Paul's work

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Paul is well-known in the legal community for DUI defense. His experience involves many years as a defense attorney. I have personally asked Paul for advice when representing clients and his advice was spot on.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Paul is able to spot the issues in the case, find the weaknesses and the strengths, and advise accordingly.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Paul always responds to inquiries in a timely and efficient manner.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Paul takes all matters seriously but also applies good common sense.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
DUI defense and criminal law.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Jerome Ezell November 1, 2019

Rating: 9

I rate Paul Stanko as being among the best in the fields of law that he practices. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

He was a deputy prosecutor and Judge

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We were involved in prosecution of criminally charged persons.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
1980- 2000

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

He was knowledgeable in the applicable law for criminal cases and an effective advocate for the State.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Very Good

Paul knows the applicable statutes and Indiana appellate case law and its application to the client's alleged improper conduct.

Legal Analysis: Very Good

Paul is well versed in the application of appellate case law and its application to the case at hand.

Communication Skills: Very Good

Paul is effective in discussing the facts of his case with the appropriate person in order to reach a settlement of the case that is favorable to his client.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Paul's ethics and professionalism to my knowledge have never been questioned.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
criminal law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Dispute Resolution
Oral Argument
Problem Solving
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Patrick T. Barone July 20, 2019

Rating: 10

Few lawyers have Paul's breadth of knowledge and experience and fewer still know how to put those things into practice for their clients in the courtroom. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I know Paul from the DUI college.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case

We refer cases to one another, and Paul always does a great job.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Over the last several years.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Paul knows the law and science of these cases, which can be challenging, and know how to apply this knowledge for the benefit of his clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

he has 40 years of experience, and has been on all sides of the argument, prosecutor, defense attorney, even judge. That type of knowledge and experiernce is rare and valuable.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Has always shown a keep understanding of the law and excellent analytical skills.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Knows how to make persuasive arguments to judges and juries.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Is always prepared and always shows a high level of decorum in and out of the courtroom.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
DUI Defense

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Joseph R Morris June 18, 2019

Rating: 10

Paul is a very effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Paul without reservation. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

I have known Paul for several years.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We have worked on matters for the same client.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2012

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Paul is a very effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Paul without reservation.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Paul is well versed in criminal law and practices in several counties.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Paul is a very effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Paul without reservation.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Paul is a very effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Paul without reservation.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Paul is a very effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Paul without reservation.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Litigation
Negotiation
Problem Solving
Trials

Paul is a very effective advocate for his clients. I recommend Paul without reservation.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Dan Tsataros June 17, 2019

Rating: 10

There is simply no better attorney out there. Judge Stanko is truly a great lawyer! View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I worked as a bailiff for Judge Stanko in 1989. Since then, I make it a point to send clients to Judge Stanko when I am unable to represent them.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case

I trust Paul Stanko so much that I regularly refer clients to him. He is an amazing attorney and a wonderful human being! I have known him since 1989 when he was a Judge!

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
In 1989, I worked for Judge Paul Stanko as a bailiff. Since then, I refer cases to him because I trust him and know he gets the job done right!

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Paul Stanko always advocates for his clients! He gets the job done efficiently!

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Paul Stanko knows the law very well. If he ever has a question, he knows how to research the answer.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

I have observed Judge Paul Stanko effectively analyze cases in court.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Judge Paul Stanko is very well spoken and is therefore very effective in court.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Judge Paul Stanko is a person of great moral character. I honestly don’t know anyone who has ever said an unkind word about him.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal, Traffic and Civil

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Legal Research
Litigation
Oral Argument
Trials

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
I highly recommend Paul Stanko as an Attorney! His reputation is outstanding! His legal knowledge is immense! His character is wonderful! I truly can not say enough nice things about Paul Stanko.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Gary Griner September 4, 2018

Rating: 10

Paul has a great deal of experience and expertise in DUI/OWI matters. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We routinely practice in some of the same courts.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We have had a number of mutual clients, sometimes handling various matters simultaneously.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Over the past 10 years.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Great experience and expertise in DUI/OWI and criminal matters.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Paul is a former judge with a great deal of experience. He has been a trial lawyer for many years.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Paul is a former judge with a great deal of experience. He has been a trial lawyer for many years.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Paul is a former judge with a great deal of experience. He has been a trial lawyer for many years.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Former judge; long-time trial lawyer; many years in practice with many satisfied clients.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
OWI/DUI

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Litigation
Negotiation
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Andrew L. Bennett June 26, 2018

Rating: 10

Paul's knowledge and dedication to his clients is exemplary as well as he is prepared to put the best defense forward for his clients. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

Paul and I are now both defense attorneys, however for the first 16 years of my legal career I was a prosecutor.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

I first met Paul in Lake County when I was a newly hired prosecuting attorney. Later when I moved to Porter County Paul and I continued to meet on cases he was representing clients.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
I was licensed in 1998 and shortly thereafter met Paul while he was representing clients who were being prosecuted in the courts where I was a prosecutor.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Paul and I many times were legal adversaries and he was always one of the most knowledgable attorneys, who fought hard for his clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Paul's experience as a prosecutor, a judge and a defense attorney has given him a vast knowledge of the criminal justice system and its procedure.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

There are not many attorneys who have his grasp and comprehension of the intricacies of the law, especially in the area of OWI.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Paul has always expressed the strength or weakness of a case with clarity.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Paul fights hard for his clients while always remaining professional and ethical.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
criminal defense, OWI/DUI and all traffic matters

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Trials
Use of Technology

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Jeffrey Haupt June 11, 2018

Rating: 10

I have known Paul for the past few years and we have had opportunities where we end up working with the same client in different capacities and get to see the result of his work. Based on that, I am more than willing to refer him cases that I cannot take due to conflicts or geographical restrictions. I highly recommend Paul for criminal defense matters in Indiana. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I have known Paul for several years as a criminal defense attorney in the St. Joseph County area. Often times, I refer matters to him in counties throughout Northern Indiana.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client
Different Client, Same Side of Case

Paul and I have represented the same client before on different pending criminal matters in St. Joseph County, which required our coordination to complete the matter. Paul was professional and was definitely looking out for the best interest of his client. Additionally, I will work with some of Paul's clients on civil matters.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2015 to present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Paul works to find reasonable solutions to his client's matters. Additionally, Paul has a high level of knowledge in criminal law and helps his clients understand what their best options are.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Paul is extremely knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

In the cases where Paul and I have had similar clients in different matters, I can tell you that Paul has analyzed the client's case well and provided the client with a great outcome.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Paul is great in communicating the potential outcomes that a client will face based upon the choices the client can make.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Paul is a very professional and ethical lawyer that I have no problem whatsoever referring clients to.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Oral Argument
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes