Jon S. Diston

Jon joined Spangler, Jennings & Dougherty in 2000, after working as a history/civics teacher for three years, as well as a social worker for two years in Pennsylvania. Jon has been an attorney since 2000, when he was admitted to practice by the State of Indiana, and the United States District Court, Northern and Southern Districts. He has composed several appellate briefs, including two reported decisions. As a Registered Civil Mediator, Jon is available to help opposing parties fairly and efficiently settle their cases.

Education

Delaware County Community College, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania; Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts (1988).
Eastern University, St. Davids, Pennsylvania; B.A. in History, minor in Business Administration (1990); cum laude.
Valparaiso University School of Law, Valparaiso, Indiana; J.D. (1999).

Professional

Spangler, Jennings & Dougherty, P.C., Attorney-at-Law
(2000 to present)
DCCS Middle School – History/Civics Teacher
Broomall, Pennsylvania (1994-1997)
Bethanna – Social Worker
South Hampton, Pennsylvania (1992-1994)

Biography

Jon’s focus is on civil litigation and trials, specializing in personal injury claims, general liability, insurance defense, products liability, trucking and transportation litigation and medical malpractice defense. He has served as first chair in over 20 jury trials with outstanding results. He is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association; Porter County Bar Association; and Porter County Inns of Court. He has also represented religious institutions, and has participated in numerous successful mediation and arbitration sessions. Jon is originally from southeastern Pennsylvania, but has lived in Northwest Indiana since 1997, and he and his family now reside in Valparaiso, Indiana. He enjoys reading, camping, and hiking.