David Charles Hiestand

David C. Hiestand David began practicing law in 2007. His practice is focused on the areas of estate planning and real estate transactions. David enjoys helping clients find individualized solutions to meet their personal and professional goals. David joined Smith Legal Group, LLC in January 2023 after practicing law for over 15 years at Hiestand Law Office. BACKGROUND David is committed to the Duneland community and likes to stay active. He is a Past President of the Chesterton-Porter Rotary Club (2013-2014), Past Chair of the Board of Directors of the Chesterton/Duneland Chamber of Commerce (2022), and a member of the Board of Directors of the Duneland Economic Development Corporation. David enjoys spending time with his family and participating in local Rotary projects and groups. David has an active lifestyle, participating in various running events, playing in an over-30 mens soccer league, and coaching both of his childrens Duneland Soccer Club teams. In 2016, he was the Race Director for the Field Station Frenzy 5K. Davids wife, Martha, is a Sixth Grade Teacher at Westchester Intermediate School and together they have two children, Ben and Ruby. EDUCATION David graduated from Chesterton High School in 1999. He completed his undergraduate education at Indiana University, where he majored in Economics and Political Science. He also obtained an Area Certificate in Liberal Arts and Management. While at Indiana University, David participated in leadership roles within his fraternity and the IU Dance Marathon. David graduated law school at Indiana University—Bloomington, where he also earned his Masters of Business Administration from the Kelley School of Business, concentrating on Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship. ADMISSIONS David is admitted to practice law in Indiana, in the United States District Court for the Northern District and in the United States District Court for the Southern District. AREAS OF PRACTICE Advanced Health Care Directives Business Representation Buying or Selling a Home Estate Planning (Wills and Trusts) Indiana Probate Law Probate Process Mechanics Liens New Home Construction Real Estate Transactions Starting a New Business Trust and Estate Administration