Max Winchell

Attorney Profile

In-house Investigator

Max Winchell’s professional background with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Office helps the Williams Law Firm clients receive support that has successfully “made the difference.” Through his complete investigation and knowledge of how the law impacts events surrounding a collision or incident, we are able to bring help to our clients up a notch or two. Call us and we will help you.

History

  • Born in Tell City, Indiana, November 7, 1970
  • Graduate Tell City High School, 1989
  • Vincennes University, 1989-1991
  • Indiana State University, 1991-1993
  • Indiana Conservation Officer Recruit School, 1995
  • Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, 1996

Advanced Training

  • Indiana Conservation Officer Scuba Team, 1998-2019
  • IDNR Public Information Officer, 1999-2019

DRI – Public Safety Scuba Instructor/Dive Rescue Specialist Trainer/Dry Suit Trainer, Dive Rescue International – Public Safety Diver/Dive Rescue Specialist/Current Diver/Underwater Light Salvage & Lift/Ice Diver/Sonar Operator/Underwater Evidence, NAUI Open Water Scuba Diver/Dive Master, PADI Open Water Scuba Diver, DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Breath Test Operator, Wicklander – Zulawski Advanced Interview and Interrogation Techniques, National Criminal Justice Homicide and Forensic Death Investigator, Police Executive Leadership Academy, Incident Command System Certifications, Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Instructor, First Responder/CPR, Outdoor Education Instructor, Basic River Rescue Certified, Background Investigator, Critical Response to High Risk Calls Certification, Wildland Firefighter/Incident Commander Type 5, Wildland Fire Sawyer Class B, Ice Rescue Certification, National Deployments – Wildland Fire (12 deployments)/Emergency Hurricane Response (2 deployments)

Organizations

  • St. Ben’s Catholic Church
  • National Fraternal Order of Police Indiana Conservation Officers Lodge #201
  • Fraternal Order of Police Legal Defense Fund
  • National Wild Turkey Federation
  • North American Wildlife Officers Organization
  • Indiana Conservation Officers Organization
  • Indiana Hunter Education Association
  • National Association of State Boating Law Administers

Contact Us

    4925 Oakridge Court
    Terre Haute, IN 47803

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    Steve Williams represented me exceedingly well in my personal injury claim against a large and distant insurance company . His quick action preserved evidence that was imperative to my claim and otherwise would have been lost or overlooked . His negotiation with the company and its representative was business-like and firm while at the same time keeping "the door open " to reach a satisfactory settlement . I am grateful for the professional manner in which Steve Williams represented me and my claim . He has my highest recommendation regarding his professional ability and strength of character. - J. Newton

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    After contacting Mr. Williams about handling my case, he was very diligent about gathering all the facts and information surrounding the accident. Mr. Williams was also steadfast during the negotiation process with the insurance companies involved. The administrative staff in his office was great to work with and very helpful with any and all questions I had throughout the process. Mr. Williams understood the severity of my injuries and made sure the final settlement was agreeable to me, especially to ensure I would be secure financially if any more procedures and/or surgeries would be required in the unforeseeable future. I am quite confident in saying he had my best interests at heart. - G. Toney

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    • Best Lawyers Award
    • American College Trial Lawyers
    • Attorney with Indiana State Bar