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Jeffrey Peter SmithDebt Collection Attorney in Fort Wayne, IN
Hawk, Haynie, Kammeyer & Smith, LLP
Debt CollectionLitigation Appeals Debt Collection
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Contact
Email
Phone
(260) 529-5019
Address
116 E Berry St Ste 302, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802-2486, US
Professional
About
Jeffrey Peter Smith is an experienced attorney with more than 30 years of legal practice, serving clients through Hawk, Haynie, Kammeyer & Smith, LLP in Fort Wayne, Indiana. His practice includes litigation, appeals, and debt collection, giving him a broad understanding of the legal challenges businesses and individuals face in and out of the courtroom. Over the course of his career, Mr. Smith has developed a reputation for thoughtful legal analysis, careful preparation, and an effective approach to resolving disputes efficiently and strategically. In litigation matters, Mr. Smith works diligently to protect his clients’ interests while guiding them through each stage of the process with clarity and confidence. His appellate practice reflects a strong command of legal research, written advocacy, and issue preservation, and his debt collection work supports creditors seeking practical solutions to recover outstanding obligations. Clients value his steady counsel, attention to detail, and commitment to pursuing results tailored to their goals. Based in Fort Wayne, Jeffrey Peter Smith provides responsive representation with an emphasis on professionalism and client service. He understands that legal matters can be complex and high-stakes, and he strives to deliver clear communication and dependable advocacy throughout every case.
About Debt Collection Law
Debt collection attorneys help creditors recover outstanding debts and represent consumers facing collection actions. They navigate collection laws and procedures. Common matters include debt recovery, collection defense, fair debt collection act, garnishment.
Credentials
Education
1995 Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1992 Purdue University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Indiana SuperLawyers 2017, Indiana SuperLawyers Magazine 2016 Indiana SuperLawyers 2016, Indiana Super Lawyers Magazine 2015 Indiana SuperLawyers 2015, Indiana Super Lawyers Magazine
Publications
2003 Res Gestae (Indiana State Bar Association) One of the Most Honorable Professions 2001 Indiana State Bar Association publication Legal Stuff (You Should Know), 5th Ed. 2001 Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Getting Started with Collections: The FDCPA 1997 Res Gestae (Indiana State Bar Association) Civility Between Lawyers is Good Practice
Associations
2016 - Present Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Vice President 2008 - Present Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Board of Directors 1995 - Present Allen County Bar Association Member 1995 - Present Indiana State Bar Association Member 2013 - 2016 Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Treasurer
Speaking
2007 Allen County Bench/Bar Conference Appellate Law 101: Dos and Don'ts for the Occasional Appellate Practitioner 2001 Planning Your First Bankruptcy/Collection Getting Started with Collections: The FDCPA
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Updated: Jul 27, 2026