Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Northwest Indiana Law Firm
Schwerd Fryman Torrenga is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation in Northwest Indiana. With decades of combined experience, our team of attorneys specializes in a wide range of practice areas, including personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, medical malpractice, and estate planning. Our collaborative approach ensures that clients receive tailored solutions that address their unique legal needs.We serve residents, businesses, and government entities across Lake County, Porter County, and surrounding areas, prioritizing local accessibility without compromising professional excellence. Our commitment to ethical standards and client-centered service has established us as a trusted legal resource in the community. We offer free initial consultations to help clients navigate complex legal challenges with confidence and clarity.
Services
Business Law
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Traffic Tickets
Juvenile Law
Property Tax Appeals
Municipal Services
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Decades of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Collaborative approach to problem-solving with personalized strategies
- Local service with high-quality representation in Northwest Indiana
- Free initial consultation for all new clients
- Proven track record in complex litigation and settlements
Services
Personal Injury Law
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients who have suffered harm due to accidents or negligence. We advocate for fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our team has successfully resolved hundreds of cases through settlements and jury trials.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing criminal charges in Lake and Porter County, including DUIs, theft, and domestic battery. Our experienced attorneys protect clients' rights throughout the legal process, from initial hearings to trial representation and post-conviction relief.
Medical Malpractice
Our firm handles medical malpractice cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and birth injuries. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for victims while holding healthcare providers accountable for substandard care.
Real Estate Law
We assist with residential and commercial real estate transactions, zoning approvals, property tax appeals, and litigation. Our attorneys handle contracts, land development, easements, and condemnation cases to protect clients' property rights and investments.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include drafting wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and ensure clients' wishes are honored. We provide tailored solutions for probate, guardianship, and intergenerational wealth transfer.
People
Robert M. Schwerd
Attorney
Robert M. Schwerd has over 20 years of experience in juvenile law and criminal defense. He previously served as a public defender in Lake County and now focuses on private practice while maintaining his commitment to local legal advocacy.
Benjamin D. Fryman
Founding Partner / CEO
Benjamin D. Fryman specializes in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. With nine years of legal practice, he has secured numerous settlements and verdicts for injured clients through both negotiation and trial advocacy.
Michael A. Campbell
Attorney
Michael A. Campbell focuses on criminal defense and appellate law. He has achieved significant victories in felony cases and appeals, including a recent dismissal of a theft case at the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, medical malpractice, estate planning, municipal law, and DUI defense across Northwest Indiana.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all new clients to discuss their legal needs and potential cases.
Which counties do you serve?
We serve Lake County, Porter County, LaPorte County, Jasper County, Newton County, and Starke County in Indiana.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our attorneys have decades of combined experience, including successful trial outcomes and leadership roles in local legal organizations.
Can you handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, we have experience with complex cases including medical malpractice, real estate disputes, and appellate litigation requiring expert witnesses and specialized legal strategies.
