Linda L. Plata – Associate
(574) 243-4100
Linda joined May Oberfell Lorber in 2020 while completing her law degree at Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Prior to completing her law degree, Linda has 8 years of experience in the legal field as a Legal Assistant and Paralegal. While in law school, Linda participated in moot court, was recognized for outstanding work in The 60+ Elder Law Clinic and unparalleled academic performance for receiving the highest grade in Bankruptcy of her class. Her practice areas include Bankruptcy, Estate and Trust Administration, and Immigration Law. Linda is bilingual in Spanish and brings a passion for creating access to these areas of law for Spanish speakers. When not in the office, Linda enjoys watching movies, reading, and spending time with her husband, dog, and cat.
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy
- Immigration
- Estate and Trust Administration
- Guardianships
- Litigation
Professional Affiliations
- Indiana State Bar Association
- St. Joseph County Bar Association
Admissions
- State of Indiana
- State of Illinois
- United States District Court, Northern and Southern District of Indiana
- United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern and Southern District of Indiana
Education
- B.A. in Spanish, with Distinction, from Indiana University, 2015.
- Certificate in Paralegal Studies, from Indiana University, 2016.
- J.D. from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School, 2021
Personal Snapshot
- Soccer enthusiast
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Loves dogs and cats