About Linda H
Linda H — Havel is an attorney specializing in personal injury litigation, based in Fishers, Indiana. Her academic journey began at Vanderbilt University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English in 1988. This foundation in communication proved invaluable as she pursued her legal education at the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville, where she received her Juris Doctor in 1994. Shortly after passing the Kentucky Bar that same year, Ms. Havel embarked on her legal career with the firm Tilford Dobbins Alexander Buckaway and Black. In 1996, Ms.
Havel made a significant move to Oahu, Hawaii, where she expanded her legal expertise by handling criminal appellate law and employment discrimination cases in federal court. During her time in Hawaii, she dedicated 160 pro bono hours to the Pacific Trial Service Office at Pearl Harbor, which is part of the Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG). Her commitment to public service earned her recognition from the Kentucky Bar, highlighting her dedication to justice and advocacy. In 1999, Ms. Havel returned to the mainland, gaining admission to the Indiana State Bar. She joined a law firm in Lafayette, where her focus shifted to serious personal injury matters, including wrongful death, premises liability, business litigation, and condemnation law. This experience laid the groundwork for her future endeavors.
In January 2012, she founded Havel Law Office, PC, in Fishers, Indiana. She continues to represent clients in personal injury litigation, demonstrating her commitment to advocating for those who have suffered due to the negligence of others. Ms. Havel is admitted to practice in both state and federal courts in Indiana and Kentucky. Her credentials include access to the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, as well as the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky, and the District of Hawaii. She is an active member of both the Indiana State Bar Association and the Kentucky State Bar Association, further solidifying her professional standing in the legal community.
Throughout her career, Ms. Havel has garnered numerous accolades that reflect her expertise and dedication. She was named a Lifetime Member of the Multi-Million Dollar and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, recognizing her success in securing substantial verdicts and settlements for her clients. In 2019, The National Trial Lawyers Association honored her as a Top 100 attorney, and from 2016 to 2019, she was recognized by the American Society of Legal Advocates as a Top 100 Litigation Lawyer in Indiana. Outside of her legal practice, Ms. Havel enjoys long-distance running, playing golf, traveling, and painting. She resides in Fishers, Indiana, with her family and two rescue dogs, Bean and Syd, balancing her professional life with personal passions.
