Areas of Practice

About James M. DuBach

James “Jim” DuBach has been practicing law for over thirty years. He has extensive experience in civil litigation and federal law involving Personal Injury and Social Security Disability. His primary practice areas are personal injury, long term disability and social security disability. Formerly, Jim served as a deputy prosecutor for twelve years in Illinois and Indiana prosecuting major felonies.

He graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 1982. While there, he served as a member of the Loyola University Chicago Law Journal and was published for his work on U.S. Supreme Court cases dealing with the termination of parental rights. In addition to his Juris Doctor, Jim has a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Illinois, a Master’s degree in Pastoral Ministry and a Bachelor of Science degree, both from Loyola University.

Jim is the parish coordinator at St. Vincent de Paul Distribution Center and he and his family are active in his church. He enjoys choir and religious studies in his free time.

Current Employment Position:

  • Attorney

Professional Associations and Memberships:

  • Active member in the American Association for Justice
  • Active member in the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR)
  • Named the “10 Best” Attorneys for Indiana in Client Satisfaction in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation

Contact Information

James M. DuBach
Hankey Marks & Crider
429 E Vermont St #200
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: (317) 634-8565
Fax: (317) 634-9818

What Clients Have to Say

I had been denied my Social Security the first time about 12 years ago. I gave up, I didn't file an appeal. UI did everything I could to work and help with our expenses, to no avail. About 3 years ago I felt forced to try to file again, even encouraged by my Dr. Again, I was denied. But this time I didn't give up. I needed the help and I believed by law I should have it. So I called Hankey Law. I was skeptical at first and my husband was even more so.  The wait for a hearing is beyond crazy and there is very little anyone can do to speed it up. During the wait the Hankey team was there to help with my anxiety and impatient fears. They continued to keep my medical information current. We finally went to court, twice The Hankey Team was there all the way to the end and then some. We won!!! I couldn't just thank 1 or 2 people at Hanky they really are a team. We used to snicker when Mr. Hanky said in those commercials "We hope you never need us, but if do we're here when need us". I'm not sure that's the exact quote but it's 100% true. I'm very grateful they were there when I needed them.

Shelby S.

Lynne was very helpful and informative guiding me through the twist and turns involved with achieving Disability benefits. With her talented and professional knowledge I was awarded Disability. Highly recommend Hankey Marks & Crider.

Randy G.

Several years ago I became seriously ill, had to give up my job and needed help in getting Disability.  Within 1 day of asking others Hankey's Law Office was recommended by 5 people!  It was a no brainer.  Hankey it would be.  I was extremely naive & nervous with the process and needed a lot of guidance.  Hankey's staff was very pleasant & helpful.  My biggest shout-outs go to Jered, my Case Manager and Sondra Burger, the Attorney for my case. Jered had the patience of a saint to field my nerves and questions. He was always prompt with return phone calls and handled my questions in a calm, kind and knowledgeable manner.  Sondra Burger was the advocate you need as you go to Court.  She gave clear directions and stood strong beside me as I answered my questions.  She made sure and errant answer would not affect my case.  I was fully aware of her presence and support, leading me to speak up for myself and my needs.  I am sincerely grateful.

Cindy T.

I recommend Hankey Marks & Crider to everyone I know that needs assistance. They are top notch people. Everyone that I've had the pleasure of being in contact with has been very helpful and always get back to you in a timely manner. We most recently worked with Stacy Crider and Melissa Davidson, and they were both fantastic. Thank you for all your help and for listening to my problems. You're great!!!

Kim B.

Melissa with Hankey law did a wonderful job in helping me get my ssdi benefits as well as getting my dead beat health insurance to pay for cheating me out of 2years of long term disability benefits. I would recommend Hankey law to anyone needing help in those situations!

Travis P.