Attorney and Owner of Tandy Law Firm, Matt Tandy had always wanted to be a lawyer, but his first path led this Hoosier-born-and-raised student to receive a Biology degree from Purdue University. After school, he briefly worked in Research for the VA Hospital before deciding to return to school. It was at this time that Matt took a Trial Practice class, and a light bulb went off. It allowed him the opportunity to stand up and tell a story—with passion for his client and his client’s story.
Matt has worked in many aspects of law, including ‘in the trenches’ trial experience. His love of the legal system, coupled with his enthusiasm and desire to build strong relationships with clients, motivated him to start his own firm in 2013.
Now, he’s right where he wants to be: living and working in Indiana so he can be close to his son and serving his clients with a high level of care, personalized attention and deep experience. Matt knows how to move forward in today’s challenging environment and work side-by-side with his clients to help them understand their options and provide clear, easy-to-understand communication and complete honesty at every level.
Experience:
Attorney, Ken Nunn Law Office, October 2011-October 2012
Responsible for management of a caseload of over one hundred files. Conducted client interviews, as well as Counseling clients throughout the lifecycle of their case. Mediated numerous cases with many different insurance carriers, including State Farm, Allstate and Geico. Gained valuable experience as a plaintiff’s attorney in jury trials.
Attorney, Allstate, February 2010-October 2011
Handled all aspects of insurance defense. Responsible for management of caseload of approximately one hundred clients, conducting depositions, as well as written discovery. Mediated numerous settlements and first chaired several jury trials.
Attorney, Marion County Public Defender Agency, February 2007-February 2010
Responsible for all aspects of criminal litigation on behalf of clients. Responsible for negotiating plea agreements and/or preparing for trial. During time as public defender, tried over one hundred cases at the bench, as well as several jury trials.
Certification:
National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA), the national leader of legal advocacy skills training—the ultimate standard in continuing legal education.
Instructor, June 2015
Trial Skills Certification, October 2011
Education:
University of Denver—Sturm College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science, Biology
