John McLaughlin graduated magna cum laude from Indiana University School of Law at Indianapolis before joining Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP as an attorney. He has focused his practice on representing personal injury victims since joining the firm. John primarily has experience handling automobile and trucking accident cases involving serious injuries, and he also handles all other areas of the firm?s injury practice including medical malpractice.John has enjoyed working with his clients in reaching numerous settlements and jury trial verdicts since his first year of practice, inclu...
Katrina was twelve years old when she decided that she wanted to be an attorney, and it was one of the best decisions she?s ever made. She was born and raised in Midland, Michigan, and graduated from Central Michigan University in 1999 with honors. After looking at law schools in Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio, Katrina chose Indiana University School of Law?Indianapolis for her legal studies. Her intention was to work in corporate law.In her first week of law school, she joined Hensley Legal Group, PC as a law clerk part-time to gain experience. There she was exposed to many different areas of l...
I was born and raised on a small family farm as the son of two high school math teachers. I had the great fortune of growing up next door to my grandparents. My grandfather taught me the meaning and rewards of a hard day's work. I used those lessons to excel both academically and personally resulting in the great honor of being named in the inaugural class of Indiana University?s Herbert Presidential Scholars. While in undergrad, I was fortunate enough to be granted the opportunity to work as a research assistant for Professor David C.W. Parker which gave me the opportunity to develop my resea...
Tara Cragen is a Staff Attorney at The Nice Law Firm?s Indianapolis office. Tara was born and raised in Johnson County, Indiana. Tara earned her Bachelor of Arts at IUPUI and Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University McKinney School of Law.While attending law school, Tara worked as a Certified Legal Intern for the Johnson County Prosecutor?s Office where she gained experience in the courtroom. During her time in law school, Tara served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) with Child Advocates of Marion County and as a board member of the Family Law Society.Prior to joining the firm,...
Belinda J. Kunczt was born in California, at Beale Air Force Base in 1971, and grew up in northern Indiana. She attended University of Miami, Florida and Ball State University where she played basketball receiving a Bachelor?s Degree in Legal Administration/Criminal Justice in 1995 from Ball State.Her history with the firm is extensive. She started working at Montross Miller Muller Mendelson & Kennedy LLP in 1996 as a paralegal. She found helping patients injured by substandard medical care to be very rewarding. So rewarding, in fact, that she made the decision to go to law school. While...
Supervising Litigation Counsel at LEE & FAIRMAN, LLP. Supervises the litigation team, and maintains an active file load focused on Plaintiffs personal injury claims including serious personal injuries and wrongful death claims. Attorney Feagley is also a Court approved Civil Mediator for the State of Indiana....
Katie J. Kawiecki, Of Counsel, graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2006 and received her undergraduate degree, a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Criminal Justice, from Trine University in 2003.As Of Counsel with Chambers Law LLC, Katie focuses her practice in 3 main areas: Family Law, Breach of Warranty Claims (Lemon Law), and Criminal Law. Katie focuses her family law practice in matters involving but not limited to divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, and protective orders representing individuals throughout central Indiana. She has significant trial exper...
Mr. Young Graduated from Indiana University Law in 1988. He is a partner with Young and Young. He has tried over 45 jury trials, over a hundred bench trials and over 500 social security hearings. Mr. Young has also participated in over 45 appeals. Mr. Young is a former Chair of the Board of Directors of the Brain Injury Association of Indiana. He is a Past President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Young is rated AV by Martindale Hubble. He is a Super Lawyer. Mr. Young is Board Certified in Trial Work and Trial Preparation by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Mr. Young ...
Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, Greg Garrison was admitted to the bar in Indiana in 1973. His undergraduate and law degrees were obtained from Indiana University in 1970 and 1973, respectively.An experienced litigator, Greg has sat on both sides of the courtroom and has prosecuted a number of high profile criminal cases. Currently, his practice is concentrated on personal injury law, business and commercial trial work, and general litigation. In addition, he served for 20 years as a talk radio host on local WIBC....
Tess is a former insurance defense lawyer. Having worked directly for major insurance companies, Tess knows how to present a claim and maximize the value of your personal injury case. Tess frequently provides training to other lawyers on the inner workings of the insurance industry. Tess is a member of the AAJ (American Association for Justice) and the ITLA (Indiana Trial Lawyer's Association). Tess is a widow, a mother, a yogi and a horsewoman. She is passionate about helping her client's get the money they need to get their life back after being injured....
RANDY HOLT practices in the areas of corporate law and governance, electric cooperative law, corporate formation, mergers and acquisitions, utility law, commercial contracts, real estate transactions and employment law. Mr. Holt has previous work experience in the areas of business administration, purchasing, human resources and labor relations in the public and private sector.Mr. Holt is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, the Electric Cooperative Bar Association, and is a former consumer member of the Indiana Board of Accountancy. Mr. Holt is admi...
My name is Jesse K. Sanchez. I am a trial lawyer, an advisor, and a protector for my clients. I am also a husband and a father. A TRIAL LAWYERI have been practicing law since May of 2007, in both criminal defense and civil litigation. In the criminal realm, I have represented clients at all phases of the criminal complaint process. From the initial hearing, to the bond review, to the suppression to the jury trial, I have succeeded in resolving hundreds of criminal cases before trial courts in Indiana. In the civil realm, I have represented clients in contract disputes, tort claims, employme...
Attorney Sarah Brinkley put herself through college and law school. She began working in a corporate law firm in 2011, finished college with honors, and overcame adversity every step of the way.Like many of the clients she represents, real life experience has taught her how to persevere when faced with a challenge. It is now her mission to advocate with diligence, professionalism, and, most importantly, compassion. At Brinkley Law, we work for you. Clients come first, and attorney Brinkley values the importance of keeping clients involved and informed every step of the way. Settling for less t...
Mr. Lewis is an experienced bankruptcy attorney and founder of the Indianapolis law firm Lewis Legal Services, P.C. The firm is a general civil practice law firm that focuses on consumer rights, Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation and Chapter 13 bankruptcy reorganization. Mr. Lewis is licensed to practice law in Indiana and Illinois and an Indiana-certified civil mediator. Mr. Lewis lives in Indianapolis....
I have been practicing family law since 1989. I previoulsy worked with James A. Buck and James A. Reed. I also have a family law mediation practice and I am a trained Parenting Coordinator. I can assist clients with any family law issue, from simple non-contested divorces to very complex, high asset cases. I have an accounting background from getting an accounting degree from Indiana University prior to going to law school....
W. Scott Montross, born Milwaukee, Wisconsin, April 16, 1947, attended the University of Michigan on a full basketball scholarship, receiving his B.B.A. in 1969. Mr. Montross attended Indiana University and was awarded his J.D. degree in 1971.; also admitted to practice before U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit; U.S. District Courts, Southern District of Indiana, Southern District of Ohio and Southern District of Wisconsin.Scott?s practice includes serious personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, products liability and aviation law.He is a frequent lecturer and contributor on ...
J. Brad Kallmyer, was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In high school he became an Eagle Scout and participated in an exchange program in Germany. He studied chemistry at Earlham College and graduated in 1984. He obtained his MD from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1988. He remains Board Certified in Family Medicine and a licensed physician, is a Fellow in the American Academy of Family Practice, and has additional training in Occupational and Environmental Medicine from the University of Cincinnati. Brad sought training in providing care to the underserved in tropical are...
Born and raised in central Indiana, John Hensley has always possessed an overwhelming desire to protect the rights of his fellow Hoosiers. Since 1998, he has devoted his practice to assisting those who have been wrongfully injured. John has built Hensley Legal Group into a law firm based in downtown Indianapolis that works hard toward achieving the best results possible for its clients. Known mainly for his compassion for others, John also possesses a common-sense and efficient approach to the practice of law. He continues to bring experience and integrity to his work....
Tyler Helmond's practice focuses on appellate advocacy and criminal defense. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Seventh Circuit Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. His work has been published in The Champion, the journal of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.Helmond has argued cases before the Indiana Court of Appeals and the Indiana Supreme Court. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Indiana University, and has presented on continuing legal education at the Indianapolis Bar Association....
Jason was born in Lafayette, Indiana, but grew up in Brownsburg. Jason started college at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana and eventually transferred and graduated from Loyola University New Orleans. After working as a partner at a personal firm of for nearly 13 years, Jason decided to start his own firm. Mr. Shartzer currently sits on the Brebeuf Alumni Board of Directors, as well as the Board of Directors for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.His accolades include an AV-rating (the highest rating an attorney can earn) from Martindale-Hubbell. He was also named in the ?Top 40 L...
Stacy J. Crider has practiced law for 5 years and has been with Hankey Law Office since 2010. She specializes in handling Social Security Disability and Workers' Compensation cases. Stacy earned her Juris Doctor from the Indiana University at Indianapolis School of Law in 2009. She also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology from Indiana University - Bloomington in 2003. Stacy is currently a member of The Indiana Bar Association, The Indianapolis Bar Association, The Indiana Trial Lawyers Association & The Workers? Injury Law & Advocacy Group. As an A...
Tom Bemenderfer is an Attorney at Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP. He is dedicated to vigorous representation for litigation, business disputes, and policyholder and insurance recovery matters. Tom is a member of the American Bar Association, Indiana State Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana and the Federal District Court for both the Northern & Southern Districts of Indiana.Tom received his B.A. from the University of Chicago, where he was a four-time varsity letterman for the football team. He received his...
I worked as a Civil Court Bailiff and a law clerk for the American Civil Liberties Union. At the Indiana State Public Defender Office, I worked as a law clerk then an attorney. I practice mainly in the areas of criminal law, representing people accused of misdemeanors, felonies, traffic offenses, OVWI/DUI, drug cases, probation violations, and drug crimes. I also practice family law, personal injury, small claims, and Civil Rights and discrimination.I have extensive trial experience, and I am not afraid to fight for you. I love the challenge of facing the government or big insurance companies....
Prior to founding Rigney Law, Kassi was a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for nearly 12 years, handling all types and levels of criminal offenses. Kassi?s primary focus was drug offenses, practicing in the Major Felony Drug Courts for 8 years. During this time, she trained both attorneys and police department personnel on the handling of drug crime cases and investigations, including the writing and lawful execution of narcotics and firearm-targeted search warrants. Kassi concluded her tenure at the MCPO handling civil litigation in the Civil Asset Forfeiture Division....
With with over 30 years of public and private sector Human Resources, Collective Bargaining and Employment law experience, John has been involved in more labor and employment law issues that many attorneys would get to experience in two careers. He was worked with individuals, companies and labor organizations from almost every conceivable field including: healthcare, manufacturing, mining, transportation, higher education, construction, utilities and food services -- and the issues that confront them. His alternative dispute resolution experience is equally distinguished, and includes traini...
In addition to being an attorney, Franklin J. Rooks Jr. is also a licensed physical therapist. Mr. Rooks concentrates his legal practice on labor and employment matters, health law, and false claims actions. He has a particular interest in employment disability discrimination relating to the Americans with Disabilities Act, and its state law counterparts. Mr. Rooks also focuses on Medicare compliance, medical provider insurance billing issues, and Stark Law/Anti-kickback compliance. Mr. Rooks began a career in physical therapy, graduating from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy & Scien...
Kimberly Danforth is a 1985 graduate of Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. She is a member of the Indianapolis, Indiana State and American Bar Associations; Indiana Trial Lawyers Association; and American Association for Justice. She is a founding partner in the Indianapolis law firm of Jacobs Law LLC. She has practiced in the areas of Personal Injury and Litigation since 1996....