
We are backed by 150+ years of collective legal experience. We pride ourselves on offering personalized attention. You will work one-on-one with the attorneys on your case.



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We wanted to say thanks to Nick and the staff of Hovde Dassow + Deets for the excellent work you did as our attorney.
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They care deeply about their clients and work hard for the best results.
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Indianapolis Lawyers
Trusted Advocacy from Leading Indiana Injury Firm
Our firm has helped injury victims for over 150 years. If you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a fatal accident, we are here to help you secure the full and fair compensation you deserve.
From start to finish, we work closely with our clients to advocate for their rights and best interests. Let us focus on the details so you can focus on your recovery or grieving for a lost loved one.
Call (317) 576-3241 today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Indianapolis personal injury attorneys.

Our firm is top-rated for its careful analysis of claims and meticulous case preparation. We are ranked as one of seven Tier 1 law firms in Indiana for medical malpractice law — plaintiffs by U.S. News and World Report.

Hundreds of Millions Recovered
On Behalf of Our Client's
Our Results Speak For Themselves
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Multi-Billion Dollar Verdict - Johnson & Johnson $4,690,000,000
Rob Dassow is proud to have been part of the trial team responsible for securing a $4.69 billion verdict against Johnson & Johnson in St. Louis on behalf of 25 women who developed ovarian cancer after daily use of Johnson’s Baby Powder.
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Quadriplegic - Diving Accident $11,600,000
Rob Dassow received a verdict of $11,600,000 in Gulf Shores, Alabama on behalf of our 24 year old client who was rendered a quadriplegic after diving into shallow water while on vacation with a group of friends.

Award-Winning Trial Attorneys
We Will Advocate On Your Behalf-
Frederick (Rick) R. Hovde
Founder
Frederick R. (Rick) Hovde is a founder of Hovde Dassow and Deets LLC and focuses his practice on the areas of medical ... -
Robert T. Dassow
Partner
Robert T. Dassow was born in Sheboygan Wisconsin on January 4, 1965. He was admitted to the Indiana Bar in 1990. He is a ... -
Nicholas C. Deets
Partner
Nick Deets has been a partner with Hovde Dassow + Deets in Indianapolis since 2001. His primary areas of practice are personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability and wrongful death. He has tried more than 80 jury trials to verdict. -
F. Boyd Hovde
Founder
F. Boyd Hovde was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on August 7, 1934. He was admitted to the Indiana bar in 1959 and in 1977 ... -
Tyler ZipesAreas Of Practice Personal Injury Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice Mass Tort Bar Admissions Indiana, 2018 U.S. District ...

Have Access to an Experienced Attorney at All Times
While some other personal injury law firms may pass your case to an associate or paralegal, we believe that your attorney should always be working closely on your case. We know that for you, the stakes could not be higher, which is why you receive one-on-one support from one of our acclaimed lawyers throughout your case. We take every injury claim seriously and dedicate our full time and attention to getting the results you need.

Meet Our Attorneys
Our lawyers are recognized across Indiana for their integrity, experience, and success in personal injury and medical malpractice law. We have been recognized as a Tier 1 firm in the area of plaintiffs personal injury litigation by Best Law Firms in America, and all of our attorneys have been selected for inclusion as Indiana Super Lawyers. Learn more about the experience and background of our legal team.



No Case Is Too Difficult For Hovde Dassow + Deets
From catastrophic auto accidents to medical malpractice, we have the experience and the insight to secure results for any injury case — no matter how complex. If you have been injured or have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligent or reckless actions, we are standing by to help.
There is no risk to get started, call our Indianapolis office at (317) 576-3241 or reach out online to schedule your free initial consultation.


Let our team help get you the maximum compensation you deserve.


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