Effner Law Firm - Terre Haute, IN

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Meet Our Attorneys

Robert O. Effner (Bob) is a native of Terre Haute. He is married to Margie and has two sons, Matt and Mike.

Bob received his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law at Indianapolis. He has been practicing law in Terre Haute since 1975. During his years of law practice, he has been a deputy prosecutor, a public defender, and served as Corporation Counsel (City Attorney) for the City of Terre Haute for thirteen years. He now devotes all of his professional efforts to the clients of Effner Law Firm.

Bob has been active in the community (coaching youth sports teams and serving on the board of directors of several local organizations) and his profession (former President of the Terre Haute Bar Association). His professional affiliations include the Terre Haute Bar Association, the Indiana Bar Association, and the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.

Matthew R. Effner (Matt) was raised in Terre Haute. He is married to Cathy (Robinson) Effner and has twin daughters, Caroline and Olivia.

Matt attended St. Patrick Grade School, Sugar Grove Elementary School, and Woodrow Wilson Junior High School. He is a 1988 graduate of Terre Haute North Vigo High School and a 1992 graduate of Purdue University. Matt received his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law at Indianapolis in December, 1995.

In 1996, Matt joined his father, Robert O. Effner, in the practice of law as an associate and became a partner in Effner Law Firm in 2000. Matt actively works in several areas of law, including Personal Injury, Criminal Law (Felonies and Misdemeanors), Bankruptcy, and Family Law, among others. In addition to his private practice, Matt has been a part-time public defender since 1997. When not working, Matt enjoys playing sports, particularly tennis, reading, and time with his family. He is a member of St. Patrick Church and has been active in several local organizations, including Leadership Wabash Valley and the Terre Haute Bar Association. His professional affiliations include the Terre Haute Bar Association and the Indiana Bar Association.

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