Jeff Cardella

Jeff Cardella is a criminal defense and expungement attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana, at his own law office. His work focuses on defending individuals charged with crimes and assisting people seeking to clear eligible records. He handles misdemeanors, felonies, post-conviction matters, driving-related proceedings, and criminal appeals. His practice also includes civil rights actions and forfeiture disputes concerning government conduct and the protection of constitutional rights.

Cardella earned a J.D., cum laude, from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2007. His legal education provides a basis for courtroom advocacy, statutory analysis, and constitutional arguments in criminal and civil rights matters. He has also taught criminal law at Indiana University School of Law and served as a judge pro tempore in Indianapolis. These roles supplement his experience applying criminal procedure in practice.

Cardella has handled jury and bench trials, suppression hearings, plea negotiations, post-conviction relief, probation revocation cases, expungements, and appellate arguments. He previously worked with the Hendricks County Prosecutor’s Office. His civil rights and forfeiture work includes a federal class action challenging Indiana vehicle forfeiture procedures and contributions to a United States Supreme Court amicus brief involving excessive fines. He has also challenged solitary confinement procedures and certain arrests through civil litigation.

Jeff Cardella has received recognition from criminal defense attorney organizations and has represented clients in substantial constitutional and criminal cases. His combined prosecution, defense, and teaching experience informs his analysis of evidence and procedural problems. He works to identify lawful defenses, challenge government action where appropriate, and explain legal options to clients. His practice places particular emphasis on protecting individual rights and addressing the lasting consequences of criminal charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Jeff Cardella Criminal Defense Attorney & Expungement Lawyer in Indianapolis
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Judge Pro Tem, Indianapolis

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) (Cum Laude)

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