Matthew Effner
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Matthew Effner
Biography
Matthew R. Effner (Matt) is the managing partner of Effner Law Firm. In 1996, Matt joined his father, Robert O. Effner, in the practice of law as an associate with Effner Law Firm and became a partner in 2000. He took over as managing partner in 2013. Matt is skilled at building strong cases and is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is experienced at handling issues both in and out of the courtroom. He is a former president of the Terre Haute Bar Association, and he received the Tribune Star Readers’ Choice Award for Best Lawyer in 2013 and 2014. When not working, Matt enjoys playing tennis and time with his family. He has been active in several local organizations, including Leadership Wabash Valley and the Terre Haute Bar Association. He has also served as a member of the Vigo County Drug Court Team. His professional affiliations include the Terre Haute Bar Association and the Indiana State Bar Association.
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Partner Effner Law Firm
Year: 2000 - Current
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Associate Effner Law Firm
Year: 1996 - Current
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Managing Partner Effner Law Firm
Year: 2013 - Current
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Professional Associations
Indiana State Bar Member (1996 - Current)
Terre Haute Bar Association (1996 - Current)
Terre Haute Bar Association President (2006 - 2007)
Awards
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Readers' Choice Award
Tribune Star 2014.0
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Readers' Choice Award
Tribune Star 2013.0
Education
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Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law J.D. (1995)
Year: 1995
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Purdue University - Purdue University B.S.I.M. (1992)
Year: 1992
Websites
Sycamore Building
19 S. 6th Street, Suite 1200, Terre Haute, IN 47807