Donald W. Ward

Founding Attorney and Indiana Injury Lawyer Donald W. Ward

Indiana injury lawyer Donald W. Ward has championed equal access to justice throughout his remarkable 71-year legal career. Since his admission to the Indiana Bar in 1954, Don has built a practice founded on personalized representation that makes clients feel valued and understood. As both a former Deputy Trial Prosecutor for Marion County and Deputy Corporation Counsel for Indianapolis, he brings a balanced perspective to his advocacy work. Don has consistently fought with unwavering dedication for his clients’ rights while earning the respect of both clients and legal peers through his integrity and determination. Throughout his distinguished career, including service as President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Don has remained grounded by his family values, with his family providing essential support that has guided his personal and professional journey.

Born in Peoria, Illinois, October 5, 1928
Deputy Trial Prosecutor, Marion County, 1962–1965
Deputy Corporation Counsel, City of Indianapolis, 1975–1980
Fellow, Indiana College of Trial Lawyers

Education

University of Notre Dame, J.D., 1954
Hanover College, A.B., 1951

Awards & Honors

Indiana Bar Foundation Legendary Lawyer Award 2015
AV® Preeminent™
Peer Review Rated
SM by Martindale-Hubbell®
Sagamore of the Wabash Award, 2005
Hoosier Freedom Award, 2005
Lifetime Director and Lifetime Achievement Award, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, 1996
President Indiana Trial Lawyers Association 1978 – 1979
Indiana Judicial Nominating and Qualifications Commission, 1978-1984, 1993-1995, 2001-2003
Character and Fitness Committee for the Indiana Board of Law,
Service Award, Board of Governors, Association of Trial Lawyers of America, 1979–1982
American Trial Lawyers Association Stalwart Award – 25 years
2016-2017 Best Lawyers in America®
US News & Word Report 2017 ranking in Best Law Firms

Admitted to Practice

Indiana, 1954
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit

Membership

Indiana Bar Foundation Keystone Society
Vice-President, Indianapolis Bar Association
Indiana State Bar Association
1975 President, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Governors
1978–1979, Governor, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Fellow, Indiana Bar Foundation
1978–1984, 1993–1995, 2001-2003, Indiana Judicial Nominating and Qualifications Commission
1958 to present, The American Association for Justice

“Don Ward has been my attorney for more than 38 years and has fought hard, successful legal battles for me. I always felt in my heart and mind I was in the best of hands with him and his professional team. Through the years, I also developed a relationship with his son Charlie, who has the same genuine character, professionalism, work ethic and highest integrity as his dad. I have and would recommend Ward & Ward Personal Injury Lawyers to anyone. It is hard to find good people like the Ward family who are willing to go the extra mile for their clients like they do and with a sincere concern for the well being of who they are representing. They truly care! I am forever thankful for Don and Charlie Ward and their outstanding law firm.”

Jessica Bau

Legal Legends of the Hoosier State – Don Ward

In this premier episode of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association’s podcast, Don Ward discusses historical legislative changes brought forth through ITLA’s lobbying efforts to level the playing field for all injured Hoosiers.

In their mission statement, The Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) affirms its dedication “to the constitutional rights of open access to the courts and equal protection under the law for all persons in Indiana.”

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   Susan Taylor 
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   Jenny Brown 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am extremely grateful for the guidance and professionalism I received from Charlie. From our first conversation through the completion of the process, everything was handled with care, clarity, and attention to detail. Communication was prompt and thorough, and I always felt informed and supported. I highly recommend this attorney to anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.
  
 
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   Sarah Zahl 
 163 days ago
 
 
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