Douglas Dewitt Small
Foley & Small • South Bend, IN
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Contact
Email
doug@foleyandsmall.com
Phone
(574) 406-0953
Address
1002 East Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, IN, 46617-3106, US
Professional
About
Douglas Dewitt Small is a seasoned attorney and partner at Foley & Small, based in South Bend, Indiana. He has been a licensed practitioner in Indiana since 1983, bringing over four decades of legal experience to his clients. Mr. Small specializes in personal injury and wrongful death litigation, offering his expertise to individuals facing the challenges of economic and noneconomic losses due to the negligence of others. His extensive practice covers a wide range of cases, including truck accidents, motor vehicle collisions, premises liability, and issues related to defective drugs and medical products. In addition to his personal injury work, Mr. Small is well-versed in insurance coverage disputes, including bad faith claims, and has successfully handled various civil litigation matters. His commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients is reflected in his impressive track record of securing significant compensation through both jury awards and negotiated settlements. This success has earned him a coveted place in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an exclusive organization for attorneys who have achieved million-dollar verdicts and settlements. Mr. Small's legal acumen and ethical standards have garnered him high regard among his peers, evidenced by his AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, signifying his exceptional legal ability and ethical reputation. He has also been recognized as one of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Indiana and has received the distinction of "Super Lawyer" in the State of Indiana for three consecutive years (2019-2021). He earned his Juris Doctor cum laude from what was then known as Indiana University Bloomington School of Law in 1980, where he was an active member of the National Moot Court team. Douglas Dewitt Small continues to serve clients across Indiana and beyond, leveraging his extensive experience in general practice, insurance, and personal injury law to achieve justice for those he represents.
About Personal Injury Law
Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.
Credentials
Education
1983 Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington JD - Juris Doctor 1980 Indiana University-Bloomington BA - Bachelor of Arts (History - Ancient & American)
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2021 Indiana, Super Lawyers N/A AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell N/A Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Associations
American Bar Association Member Indiana State Bar Association Member St. Joseph County Bar Association Member American Trial Lawyers Association Member Indiana Trial Lawyers Association Member
Speaking
N/A National Business Institute, Inc. Legal Seminar Determining and Proving Damages in Indiana N/A Lorman Seminars Insurance Laws Update — Umbrella and Excess Insurance N/A Lorman Seminars Damages Under Indiana Law N/A Indiana School Board Association Legal Seminar A School Board’s Ability to Regulated Hateful and Harassing Speech N/A Indiana Association of Homes for the Aging, Inc., Annual Meeting Nursing Home Liability
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Updated: Jun 09, 2026