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Zach Phillips
Marion County, IN Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Zach Phillips is one of the founding partners of Bernhardt Phillips, LLP and an experienced litigator whose passion and drive will make all the difference in your case.
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Melissa Davidson
Marion County, IN Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Melissa A. Davidson has 8 years of experience in practicing law and has worked with Charles D. Hankey since 2000. Her practice areas include Social Security Disability, Long Term Disability and Personal Injury. She received her Juris Doctor degree from the Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis as well as a degree in psychology from Ball State University. Before joining Hankey Law Office as a law clerk in 2000, she was an investigator for Child Protective Services in the state of Indiana for 2 years. Melissa is now a Senior Associate Attorney at Hankey Law Office and has experience handling a...
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Kim Kessinger
Marion County, IN Attorney with 17 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Facing a divorce or family law matter such as a divorce or any matter involving your children is never easy. It is natural to feel like the weight of the world is against you and you may be looking for a way to ease the stress and worry. Working with a compassionate and caring family law attorney can make all of the difference. Kim Kessinger is a dedicated Senior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC. She can represent clients throughout Marion County, IN and the surrounding areas from the firm’s Indianapolis, Indiana office.
Kim earned her Juris Doctorate from the...
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Scott A. Kainrath
Tipton County, IN Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer and Personal Injury
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
We provide bankruptcy and personal injury legal services to the greater Indianapolis and Central Indiana area.
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Chad Edward Delventhal
Allen County, IN Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
University of Dayton School of Law
Chad E. Delventhal grew up in Auburn, Indiana, graduated from Indiana University with a B.A. in Business in 1996, and earned his J.D. from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2008. He founded The Delventhal Law Office in 2009 after working for Boughter Law Office. Chad practices exclusively in personal injury, criminal, and civil rights cases and is often consulted by other attorneys on complex injury and wrongful death cases.
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Christopher L. LaPan
Allen County, IN Attorney with 14 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Family and Personal Injury
Michigan State University
Christopher L. LaPan practices exclusively as a family lawyer, civil litigator, and mediator. He received his Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University in 2009, and is admitted to practice law in the Indiana Supreme Court and the United States District Courts, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. He also holds a Masters Degree from Purdue University. Chris is formally trained in collaborative lawyering, and is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. His ability to successfully navigate even the most contentious and complicated divorces to creatively advocate for his clients inspires a fluid transition from being together...
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Kimberly Ann Mouratides
Lake County, IN Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Collections, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Valparaiso University School of Law
Experienced Attorneys with over 45+ years of combined experience! Visit us at www.ManningandMouratides.com
Debt Relief · Bankruptcy · Real Estate · Wills and Probate · Civil Litigation
We Proudly Serve Lake and Porter County Communities, and Surrounding Areas, Including but Not Limited to:
Crown Point, East Chicago, Gary, Hammond, Hobart, Lake Station, Whiting, Cedar Lake, Dyer, Griffith, Highland, Lowell, Merrillville, Munster, New Chicago, Schererville, Schneider, St. John, Winfield, Lake Dalecarlia, Lakes of the Four Seasons, Shelby, Ainsworth, Belshaw, Brunswick, Creston, Deep River, Deer Creek, Dinwiddie, Green Acres, Illinoi (partial), Klaasville, Kreitzburg, Leroy, Liverpool, New Elliott, Orchard Grove, Palmer, Range Line, Ross, Southeast...
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Joseph R Morris
Marshall County, IN Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Valparaiso University School of Law
Graduated with the highest honors possible (Summa Cum Laude, Corpus Juris Secundum) from the Valparaiso School of Law and with honors in Psychology from Ball State. Proud to be starting my 23rd year of practicing law in Marshall County, Indiana. My firm prides itself on doing these right the first time and I utilize an integrative and holistic approach to problem-solving. We assist clients in finding the most beneficial resolution to their pending issues.
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David G Crell
Allen County, IN Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Business, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Michigan State University
One of the most enjoyable parts of being a lawyer is combining my genuine interest in others with my passion for helping people and fixing situations.
Most people seem to have headaches in a few key areas. That’s why I focus on the fields of family law (divorce, visitation, guardianships, etc.), business law (business formation, law suits, breach of contract, etc.), real estate law and personal injury (car accidents, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, and other acts of negligence).
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I started my career as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I “paid my dues” in busy courtrooms and...
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Paul M. Namie
Fulton County, IN Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Traffic Tickets
Valparaiso University School of Law
As your lawyer, I seek outcomes tailored to your individual needs and objectives. When I meet with you for the first time, I will listen carefully to your side of the story and thoroughly explain the legal process. Together, we will discuss all available options for a resolution. I provide trial representation when needed and always seek the best possible outcomes. Family disputes and other legal issues can be difficult to talk about. I strive to provide a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere in my office where you can feel free to talk openly and honestly. I will be equally open and...
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Amy Noe Dudas
Wayne County, IN Attorney with 24 years of experience
Appeals, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
I graduated from Earlham College in 1990 with a bachelor of arts degree in English and French literature and from IU McKinney School of Law in 2000 with a doctor of jurisprudence degree. I has been practicing law in Richmond ever since with a commitment to community advocacy.
I was recently nominated Vice President of the Indiana State Bar Association with confirmation expected in October of 2020. Since 2005, I have been active with the ISBA, serving on its Board of Governors in various capacities.
I served as President of the Indiana Bar Foundation (2018-2020), with my Board tenure there beginning in...
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Mike Cunningham
Franklin County, IN Attorney with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationIndiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and Purdue University - Purdue University
Mike Cunningham focuses his practice on criminal defense, DUI/OWI, expungements, and specialized driving privileges for clients located primarily in the southeast Indiana area. He is admitted to practice law in all of Indiana’s 92 counties as well as Indiana’s Federal District Courts.
Regardless of the accusations and criminal charges a person faces, Mike firmly believes that everyone is presumed innocent unless proven guilty, and that they are entitled to a strong defense.
With a diligent work-ethic, attention to detail, exceptional research and writing skills, and passionate advocacy in the courtroom, Mike strives to put clients at ease by protecting their rights, listening...
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Brian DeHem
Hamilton County, IN Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness, Civil Rights and Employment
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
Brian brings over 10 years of experience in strategic litigation and transforming legal departments by merging business, compliance, and legal objectives to increase revenue and mitigate risk. He understands the pressures legal departments and businesses face because he has been there, and he has successfully created revenue generating mechanisms and cost-efficient legal procedures that fundamentally change the way legal services are valued. With alternative fee arrangements tailored to the specific business or litigation and an in-depth understanding of your processes, legal services should boost your business, not drain it.
An accomplished litigator, Brian is known for his forceful arguments...
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Carla Garino
Hamilton County, IN Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning and Probate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Carla graduated summa cum laude and with Honor’s from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, with majors in both English and Latin. She then obtained her Law Degree from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law, graduating magna cum laude. During law school, Carla served as an Articles Editor and Associate Member with the Indiana Law Journal and was a member of the Women’s Law Caucus, Public Interest Law Foundation, and Children’s Law Discussion Group. Carla began her legal career with the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana as a Law Clerk for the Honorable David F....
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William J Webster
Hamilton County, IN Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
William J. Webster practices as an attorney in Westfield, Indiana, serving clients throughout the State of Indiana. For nearly a decade, William has assisted individuals and businesses in protecting the things that matter most. He offers clients practical solutions for their estate, business, and family needs.
William is a lifelong resident of Hamilton County and resides in Westfield with his wife, Robbie, and four children, Dayton, Corbin, Bryce and Austin.
William obtained a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Marian University, a Masters in Business Administration from Valparaiso University, and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of...
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Jack Freedman
Hamilton County, IN Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Juvenile and Personal Injury
Boston University School of Law
Mr. Freedman was admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana and the United States District courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana in October 1984. Mr. Freedman began his legal career as an associate with the esteemed law firm of Barnes & Thornburg in Indianapolis. During his seven-year career at Barnes & Thornburg, he was involved in a wide range of business and personal injury litigation in both state and federal court. He represented such major clients as General Motors Corporation, Uniden Corporation, Fruehauf Corporation, Amtrak and the Soo Line Railroad. He had the opportunity...
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Chad Rollins
Hamilton County, IN Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationCollections, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
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Rollins Law Group is located in Fishers, IN supporting small to medium size businesses, individuals and their families. Our practice emphasizes cost-effective solutions that seek to avoid unnecessary litigation while minimizing costs and risk. We focus on real estate law, landlord/tenant law, civil litigation, specialized driving privileges, business law, debt collection, and estate planning.
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Chad is the managing attorney for Rollins Law Group. Prior to law school, Chad gained over ten years of experience in both a corporate environment and as a small business owner himself. During law school, Chad clerked for a...
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Lanae M. Harden
Hamilton County, IN Lawyer
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Indiana University School of Law
Lanae Harden is a founding member of HARDEN JACKSON, LLC where she practices family law litigation with more than 14 years of experience. She chairs the firm's Family Law Practice Group.
Ms. Harden received her Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Indiana University School of Law, finishing in the top 5% of her class. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated magna cum laude and was a member of the university's tennis team. Ms. Harden is also a four-time Indiana State Tennis Champion.
Ms. Harden is a skilled litigator and extremely adept at managing...
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Michele Jackson
Hamilton County, IN Attorney
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Family and International
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Michele L. Jackson is a founder of HARDEN JACKSON, LLC where she serves as Chair of the Adoption & Reproductive Law Practice Group and concentrates her law practice in adoption, surrogacy, and international family law. Her practice includes representation for expectant (birth) or adoptive parents, as well as step-parent and second parent adoptions. Additionally, Ms. Jackson represents intended parents or surrogates in gestational surrogacy arrangements. She is routinely sought for her knowledge and experience regarding issues in international adoptions and international family law and has extensive experience with children in the United States and orphans worldwide. Ms. Jackson has dedicated...
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Michael Michmerhuizen
Allen County, IN Attorney
Appeals and Business
University of Michigan Law School
Mike has spent the last two decades litigating business and commercial disputes throughout Indiana and Michigan. He has litigated a wide range of disputes, representing both plaintiffs and defendants, including wrongful death actions, securities violations, contractual disputes, trade secrets actions, trademark and copyright infringement, coverage actions, and construction disputes. Mike has handled dozens of noncompetition cases both on behalf of the employer and the employee including during the preliminary injunction phase, at trial, and on appeal. Mike has participated in approximately 100 appeals in the state and federal courts of Indiana and Michigan and has argued numerous times before the...
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Joshua Neal
Allen County, IN Lawyer
Real Estate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Josh has extensive experience in servicing businesses and individuals in all areas of real estate law, including land use, financing, real estate taxation, and government incentives. He regularly represents businesses in matters concerning the purchase, sale, financing, leasing and development of commercial and industrial real estate and the identification and negotiation of state, regional and local government-based economic development incentives in connection with such projects. Josh has appeared before county boards of zoning appeals and plan commissions in connection with land use and development matters, including rezoning requests, development plans, and variances. He also works with various local, regional, and...
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Anne Lowe
Hamilton County, IN Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals and Personal Injury
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Anne is a 2008 graduate of DePauw University, where she was a Media Fellow, Honor Scholar, award-winning student journalist and on-air personality, and interned with media organizations such as Clear Channel Radio and MTV Networks. After graduating from DePauw, Anne worked for two years as an associate producer at an Indianapolis video production firm specializing in legal video.
During law school, Anne volunteered as a Guardian ad Litem, was named to the Order of the Barristers, and argued in the final round of the Staton Moot Court Competition. She also participated in the Evans Constitutional Law National Moot Court...
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Sabrina T. Victor
Allen County, IN Attorney
Business
University of California - Irvine
Sabrina T. Victor is a member of Barrett McNagny’s Corporate and Business Law Group. Sabrina represents corporate clients in mergers and acquisitions, business formation, leveraged buyouts, corporate restructurings, and other corporate governance matters. She also represents clients with “Regulation D” and registered public securities offerings.
Prior to joining Barrett McNagny, Sabrina worked at an international law firm where she advised private companies, private equity funds and strategic investors on a range of complex corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and general corporate matters.
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- Represented a client in its $84 million purchase of...
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Isaac Isaiah Carr
Porter County, IN Attorney with 9 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
Valparaiso University and Valparaiso University School of Law
Isaac Carr graduated from Valparaiso University Law School summa cum laude with his Juris Doctorate as well as the AACSB-accredited Valparaiso University School of Business with his Masters in Business Administration. Areas of focus include business formation and strategy, contract writing, corporate finance, and various other aspects of the business world.
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Michelle L. Hildebrand
Saint Joseph County, IN Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Elder and Estate Planning
Valparaiso University School of Law
I decided to open my own family friendly law firm in South Bend, Indiana. I understand the special needs of family law clients as well as those who are going through financial difficulties and have a need for debt collection assistance and bankruptcy services. I have my own family and decided this was the best way to meet the needs of my family while serving the needs of others.
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Timothy E Kalamaros
Saint Joseph County, IN Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning and Probate
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Timothy Kalamaros focuses his practice on probate and trust administration, as well as estate planning using wills and trusts. Legal services also provided in areas of real estate, guardianships, business succession planning, asset protection, and business entity formation. Serving South Bend, Mishawaka, Granger, Osceola, St Joseph county, Elkhart county, and adjacent areas.
Mr Kalamaros also welcomes difficult or contested estate matters, including will contests, asserting creditor claims on estates, and representing heirs and beneficiaries of estates and trusts.
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Bryan Nugen
DeKalb County, IN Attorney with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
Cleveland State University
. Bryan Nugen is the founder of Nugen Law, having practiced in the areas of Elder Law and Estate Planning for more than three decades, holding licenses in Indiana, Florida, Ohio and Michigan. His responsibility is first to the clients of Nugen Law, assuring they receive the compassionate, individualized and quality legal representation they deserve, and second to the team at Nugen Law – creating a professional, supportive and positive working environment for his interdisciplinary team.
Bryan’s passion for working in the practice areas of estate planning and elder law stem from his nurturing spirit, motivation...
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Guy Scott DiMartino
LaPorte County, IN Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(219) 690-8997
1411 South Woodland Ave.
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Michigan City , IN 46360
Civil Rights, Estate Planning, Health Care and Personal Injury
Valparaiso University School of Law
My background as a chiropractic physician gives me a clear understanding of the human body, injury, medical treatment and long term consequences of injuries. This knowledge allows me be an effective advocate for my clients. I handle matters where the law intersects with healthcare.
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Timothy Malloy
Lake County, IN Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Northern Illinois University
Timothy O. Malloy, born in Joliet, Illinois, September 2, 1953; admitted to the Bar in 1981. Education: Marquette University 1975; Northern Illinois University School of Law, Juris Doctorate 1980. Associations: Indiana State Bar, American Bar, Lake County Bar, and the Indiana Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Malloy was appointed to the Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program by the Indiana Supreme Court in 2003. He is also a member of the Lake County Bar Association’s Board of Managers. He is also an active member of the Knights of Columbus, third degree and is the President of the St. John Evangelists...
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Alex Dominguez
Lake County, IN Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
DePaul College of Law
I am Alex Dominguez and I provide the highest quality, most cost-efficient legal representation possible. I am an experienced trial lawyer representing clients in the areas of criminal defense litigation and personal injury. GUIDING YOU THROUGH THE LEGAL PROCESS IN INDIANA Many of my clients are unfamiliar with the legal process. I will thoroughly explain the legal procedures to you and guide you through this process. Based on my knowledge and experience with local jurisdictions, I will be able to help you anticipate the hurdles you are likely to face in your particular case. COURTROOM EXPERIENCE ...
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Cole Galloway
Porter County, IN Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Valparaiso University
My name is Cole Galloway and I practice law in Northwest Indiana. I represent clients on criminal defense cases that involve operating while intoxicated offenses, drug crimes, theft crimes, and many more types of criminal offenses. I can assist you in your criminal case and make sure your rights are not violated.
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Kelly A. Sheets
Lake County, IN Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
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David Pricer
Allen County, IN Attorney
Appeals and Insurance Defense
The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law
David Pricer concentrates his practice in the area of litigation, including commercial litigation, premises liability, professional liability, general liability claims and contract disputes. He has also handled appeals, real estate and transactional and municipal public employment cases and has extensive experience in legal research and analysis.
Prior to joining Barrett McNagny, Mr. Pricer was a Partner at a local law firm where he focused on appeals, trusts, business associations, and real estate transactions. He also served as a judicial law clerk for the Hon. Thomas J. Felts where he was responsible for the civil docket and formulating legal recommendations from trial,...
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Perry W. Theodoros
Lake County, IN Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Valparaiso University School of Law
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William Theodoros
Lake County, IN Attorney with 66 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Indiana University
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Gregory Cranston
Allen County, IN Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Gregory A. Cranston represents clients (adults and children) who have been charged with a crime or who are under investigation. Greg has represented clients throughout many counties within Indiana in cases involving serious felonies, misdemeanors and driving related matters. He has also represented clients in family law cases, landlord and tenant issues, civil lawsuits, and personal injury.
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Help you understand the charges against you
Learn the potential range of outcomes for people in situations like yours
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Marcus Anthony Heminger
Allen County, IN Attorney with 15 years of experience
Business and Securities
Cornell Law School
Marcus A. Heminger concentrates his practice in the areas of corporate and business law and securities law. He has extensive experience in corporate transactions, mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, private and registered public securities offerings, SEC reporting compliance, and NYSE and NASDAQ regulatory compliance.
Prior to returning to Fort Wayne and joining Barrett McNagny, Marcus spent more than five years working at one of New York's largest law firms, where he gained valuable experience with the firm's Capital Markets Group. His corporate governance and securities law experience also includes drafting and reviewing SEC disclosure documents, including Annual Reports, Quarterly Reports, Current...
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Benjamin Ice
Allen County, IN Attorney
Health Care and Medical Malpractice
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Ben is a litigator with a focus on intense litigation and trial work. He has spent his career advocating for people and businesses involved in lawsuits. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants, although certain client relationships preclude his representation against some professionals.
Ben's focus on trial work began when he was a member of the Indiana University intercollegiate trial team for each of his three years of law school. Since then, he has sought out trial-intensive work and has participated in the presentation of over fifteen trials to a jury, with most of those trials involving the defense of doctors and...
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Robert T. Keen Jr.
Allen County, IN Attorney
Insurance Defense and Products Liability
University of Notre Dame Law School
A trial lawyer, Robert T. Keen has extensive experience handling cases in state and federal courts across the State of Indiana for insurance companies, businesses and governmental entities. He focuses on commercial litigation, insurance defense, premises liability, products liability and employment litigation. He also has experience defending local governments and police officers against lawsuits.
He is a member of the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, and the Defense Research Institute.
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Lauren Minke
Allen County, IN Lawyer
Insurance Defense and Medical Malpractice
Valparaiso University School of Law
Lauren Minke concentrates her practice in the area of litigation, with an emphasis in insurance defense and medical malpractice defense. She also represents clients in general liability defense and provides litigation services related to disputes concerning premises liability, real estate, and contracts. She has first chair bench trial and second-chair jury trial experience.