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William O. Schreckengast, Insurance Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

Over 70 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Of CounselatSchreckengast & Helm

Indianapolis, IN

Practicing insurance in Indianapolis since 1956.

70+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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William O. Schreckengast is an of counsel based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. William has over 70 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schreckengast & Helm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Indianapolis, IN
Experience
over 70 years
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Indianapolis, IN.
  • Over 70 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About William O. Schreckengast: William O. Schreckengast is an of counsel based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. William has over 70 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schreckengast & Helm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

William's practice areas in Indianapolis

William concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

William takes insurance matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

William takes personal injury matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

William takes product liability matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Biography

William O. Schreckengast, insurance attorney serving Indianapolis

William O. Schreckengast is an of counsel based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. William has over 70 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schreckengast & Helm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. William works from Indianapolis, Indiana and takes on insurance matters across the region.

Mr. William O. Schreckengast is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability, personal injury. William has been licensed for 70 years. William practices at Schreckengast & Helm in Indianapolis, IN.

William's approach to insurance cases

Mr. William O. Schreckengast is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability, personal injury. William has been licensed for 70 years. William practices at Schreckengast & Helm in Indianapolis, IN.

The kind of cases William takes

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and product liability matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Credentials — where William studied and practices

  • Indiana University School of Law LL.B.

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • Indiana

    1956 · ACTIVE

William studied at — in Indiana University School of Law LL.B..

Law school and academic background

William completed — in Indiana University School of Law LL.B.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

William's legal honors and published work

William has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

William O. Schreckengast's office in Indianapolis

William's primary office is at Building 1, Suite 1, 8007 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46217. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Schreckengast & Helm

Building 1, Suite 1, 8007 South Meridian Street

Indianapolis, IN 46217

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Client feedback

Client reviews of William O. Schreckengast — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of William. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Indianapolis.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire William O. Schreckengast — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for William

William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William O. Schreckengast

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does William offer a free consultation?

    William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can William take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?

    William is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — William will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with William?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is William accepting new insurance clients right now?

    William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana

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