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Jamison Allen, Marc Lopez Law Firm
Jamison earned his J.D. from the University of Illinois College of Law in 2002 and practiced in Illinois before returning home to Indiana in 2005. Jamison has first-chaired 20 jury trials and has been the injury partner at Marc Lopez Law since 2020. Jamison obtained a notable $3,000,000 verdict in 2022 for his 93-year-old client who was injured as a pedestrian when she walked behind a car in a parking lot and had a fracture requiring surgery and rehabilitation. Jamison is also one of a small percentage of attorneys who can claim an Indiana Supreme Court victory, writing briefs in Clark v. Mattar, 148 N.E.3d. 220 (Ind. 2020), a case governing the issues of reluctant jurors and establishing juror bias sufficient to require removal for cause. Jamison enjoys strategizing with other litigators and is grateful for the wisdom freely shared by fellow ITLA sustaining members on the listserv. He encourages all plaintiff attorneys to invest in their practices by becoming sustaining members.
Joe Allman, Allman Law LLC
Joseph E. Allman is the owner of ALLMAN LAW LLC, and is a trial lawyer who represents injured plaintiff clients in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, state and federal workers’ compensation, social security disability, and black lung benefits. He also represents plaintiff clients in employment discrimination and employment related litigation in federal and state courts and administrative settings. He graduated from Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana in May 1993. He is a member of the bar of the Indiana Supreme Court, the District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. He has lectured and participated in various panel discussions regarding labor law, employment discrimination, personal injury, products liability, social security disability, and state and federal worker’s compensation. He is a member of the Indianapolis Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association, the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the Indiana chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association (IN-NELA), is the Black Lung Section Chair of the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (“WILG”), and is a member of the Legal Committee for the National Coalition of Black Lung Respiratory Disease Clinics. He has represented his clients in dozens of civil jury trials in state and federal courts involving either employment discrimination or personal injury and wrongful death and in over 100 federal and state administrative hearings.
Tina Bell, Christie Farrell Lee & Bell
Tina M. Bell is a former defense attorney who represented doctors, nurses, hospitals, and their insurance companies for over a decade in her early career. During that time, Tina learned the tactics used by the defense. She now represents the victims of medical negligence and uses that knowledge to the advantage of her clients. Just as there are two sides to any coin, there are two sides to a medical malpractice claim and Tina knows both sides. In 2009, she felt called to dedicate her practice to representing the victims of medical malpractice instead of the health care providers. She is deeply passionate about getting justice for her clients and, in turn, making the health care system safer and better for all citizens of Indiana.
Tina and her husband, Jason, are the proud parents of two teenage girls. Tina is a very active part of the Heritage Christian high school community and attends Itown Church. Tina and her family have a love for working in the mission field together, both locally and abroad.
Tina and her husband, Jason, are the proud parents of two teenage girls. Tina is a very active part of the Heritage Christian high school community and attends Itown Church. Tina and her family have a love for working in the mission field together, both locally and abroad.
Jill Bracken-Emerson, Emerson Law LLC
Jill Bracken-Emerson is a Partner at Emerson Divorce & Accident Injury Attorneys, LLC, where she practices law with her husband, JR Emerson. Jill has nearly 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney in and around central Indiana. She has spent her legal career helping people who have suffered severe personal injuries or who have lost a loved one secondary to a wrongful death. She also routinely represents high asset family law clients in Hamilton and Boone counties, which helps keep her trial skills sharp.
She has tried multiple medical malpractice jury trials to verdict either as first- or second-chair. She has been recognized as a SuperLawyer and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. She has been a Sustaining Member of ITLA since 2008 and a Barrister in the Sagamore Inn of Court since 2009. She is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Hamilton County Bar Association, the Boone County Bar Association, and IndyBar. She graduated from Purdue University in 1990, then graduated cum laude from the McKinney School of Law in 1995.
She is the mother of three young adults, all of whom are now back in college. Her oldest daughter is a 1L at Maurer School of Law, her middle child is getting a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Idaho State University, and her son is a Senior at Purdue in Engineering. Jill grew up on a farm near Crawfordsville, Indiana where she learned the value of hard work and doing the right thing. When not practicing law, you can find Jill walking her dog or relaxing on the water at Morse Reservoir. Her husband is an avid golfer, and she often tags along to drive the cart.
She has tried multiple medical malpractice jury trials to verdict either as first- or second-chair. She has been recognized as a SuperLawyer and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. She has been a Sustaining Member of ITLA since 2008 and a Barrister in the Sagamore Inn of Court since 2009. She is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Hamilton County Bar Association, the Boone County Bar Association, and IndyBar. She graduated from Purdue University in 1990, then graduated cum laude from the McKinney School of Law in 1995.
She is the mother of three young adults, all of whom are now back in college. Her oldest daughter is a 1L at Maurer School of Law, her middle child is getting a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Idaho State University, and her son is a Senior at Purdue in Engineering. Jill grew up on a farm near Crawfordsville, Indiana where she learned the value of hard work and doing the right thing. When not practicing law, you can find Jill walking her dog or relaxing on the water at Morse Reservoir. Her husband is an avid golfer, and she often tags along to drive the cart.
Sandy L. Bryant, Attorney at Law
Indiana University School of Law, May 15, 1977
State Bar of Indiana, United States District Court, Southern District of Indiana Admitted May 31, 1977
United States Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit
Memberships:
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Sustaining Member
American Association for Justice, formerly Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Sustaining Member
Marion County Bar Association, Life Member #1
Board of Directors:
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, (1992 -2005) Emeritus Board Member (2005-Present) Marion County Bar Association, (1996 - 1997).
Indiana Federal Community Defenders, Inc.
Founding Member
Board of Directors (1993 - 2000)
Association of Trial Lawyers of America Indiana Delegate to Minority Caucus
Vice Chair, Minority Caucus (1998 - 1999) Chair, Minority Caucus (1999 - 2000); Committees:
Convention and Planning (Past Member) Membership (Past Member)
Areas of Practice
Auto and Truck Accidents Slip and Fall Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Products Liability
Dog Bites/Animal Attacks Wrongful Death Actions Wills and Estates
Equine Law
State Bar of Indiana, United States District Court, Southern District of Indiana Admitted May 31, 1977
United States Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit
Memberships:
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Sustaining Member
American Association for Justice, formerly Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Sustaining Member
Marion County Bar Association, Life Member #1
Board of Directors:
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, (1992 -2005) Emeritus Board Member (2005-Present) Marion County Bar Association, (1996 - 1997).
Indiana Federal Community Defenders, Inc.
Founding Member
Board of Directors (1993 - 2000)
Association of Trial Lawyers of America Indiana Delegate to Minority Caucus
Vice Chair, Minority Caucus (1998 - 1999) Chair, Minority Caucus (1999 - 2000); Committees:
Convention and Planning (Past Member) Membership (Past Member)
Areas of Practice
Auto and Truck Accidents Slip and Fall Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Products Liability
Dog Bites/Animal Attacks Wrongful Death Actions Wills and Estates
Equine Law
Stephanie Cassman, Wagner Reese
Stephanie Cassman is an aggressive and seasoned trial lawyer with a passion for trial work. She has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in a number of jury and bench trials throughout Indiana in both the state and federal courts. Stephanie represents individuals and their families in personal injury, wrongful death, civil rights, and employment litigation cases.
Stephanie is a frequent speaker and author on jury selection and trial advocacy and serves on faculty for the Trial Advocacy Skills College. She is an active member of the Indianapolis Bar Association, where she served as the 2011 Chair of the Litigation Section and on the Board of Directors as Vice President in 2015.
Stephanie is a Distinguished Fellow of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation recognized for her significant contribution to the legal profession and leadership within the community. She has been recognized as a top-rated litigation attorney and listed on the Top 50 Attorneys and Top 25 Women by Indiana Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017. In 2015, Stephanie received the honor of being named by her peers as the Indiana Defense Lawyer of the Year.
Stephanie was born and raised in Terre Haute, Indiana and is a life-long Hoosier. She earned her undergraduate degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana and law degree from Indiana University McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis. She is admitted to practice in the state of Indiana, the Southern District and Northern District federal courts and in the Seventh Circuit federal appellate court where she's handled a number of appeals.
Before joining Wagner Reese, LLP, Stephanie spent 17 years as a litigator with the well-respected Indianapolis law firm Lewis Wagner where she focused her practice on high-profile, “bet the company” litigation involving catastrophic injuries, civil rights violations, discrimination and wrongful death. Stephanie joined long-time friends and respected colleagues Stephen Wagner and Jason Reese in 2017 to devote her practice exclusively to representing injured clients and their families.
Stephanie and her husband, Ryan Cassman, also an attorney, live in Carmel with their two teenage children. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with family, cooking, hiking, and gardening.
Areas of Practice:
- Personal injury
- Wrongful death
- Employment litigation
- Civil rights
Stephanie is a frequent speaker and author on jury selection and trial advocacy and serves on faculty for the Trial Advocacy Skills College. She is an active member of the Indianapolis Bar Association, where she served as the 2011 Chair of the Litigation Section and on the Board of Directors as Vice President in 2015.
Stephanie is a Distinguished Fellow of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation recognized for her significant contribution to the legal profession and leadership within the community. She has been recognized as a top-rated litigation attorney and listed on the Top 50 Attorneys and Top 25 Women by Indiana Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017. In 2015, Stephanie received the honor of being named by her peers as the Indiana Defense Lawyer of the Year.
Stephanie was born and raised in Terre Haute, Indiana and is a life-long Hoosier. She earned her undergraduate degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana and law degree from Indiana University McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis. She is admitted to practice in the state of Indiana, the Southern District and Northern District federal courts and in the Seventh Circuit federal appellate court where she's handled a number of appeals.
Before joining Wagner Reese, LLP, Stephanie spent 17 years as a litigator with the well-respected Indianapolis law firm Lewis Wagner where she focused her practice on high-profile, “bet the company” litigation involving catastrophic injuries, civil rights violations, discrimination and wrongful death. Stephanie joined long-time friends and respected colleagues Stephen Wagner and Jason Reese in 2017 to devote her practice exclusively to representing injured clients and their families.
Stephanie and her husband, Ryan Cassman, also an attorney, live in Carmel with their two teenage children. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with family, cooking, hiking, and gardening.
Areas of Practice:
- Personal injury
- Wrongful death
- Employment litigation
- Civil rights
Dan Chamberlain, Cohen & Malad, LLP
Daniel S. Chamberlain was named one of the Top 50 Indiana Lawyers and is a member of a select group of attorneys that is Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Dan has repeatedly been named to the “Best Lawyers” in America and “SuperLawyers”. These distinctions are earned following extensive trial experience, examination, and references provided by members of the Judiciary, lawyers, and clients.
Dan Chamberlain served on the Executive Committee and Board of the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA, Washington, D.C.), the Brain Injury Association of Indiana (BIAI, Indianapolis, Indiana), and the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA, Indianapolis, Indiana). Dan was honored to serve as the BIAA Chair in 2014-15 and spearheaded the organization’s efforts, in part, through 30 State and Affiliate Chapters, including Indiana and North Carolina, where Dan is fully licensed to practice law. In March, 2014, Dan was selected to represent the Brain Injury Association of America at the United States Capitol, Washington, D.C., with the Directors of the Centers for Disease Control, Wounded Warriors Project, Kessler Foundation, National Institutes ofHealth and Walter Reed Medical Center. Dan served as a corporate sponsor of BIAI since 2000. In 2017- 18, Dan served as President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association in 2017-2018. Dan is a Board Member of the National Crime Victim Bar Association. (NCVBA).
Daniel S. Chamberlain is a Partner at Cohen & Malad, LLP., an Indianapolis based but nationally recognized law firm. Founded 50 years ago, Cohen & Malad, LLP. includes a preeminent group of attorneys representing the wrongfully injured and killed and a dedicated staff supporting our mission to provide excellent legal representation.
Dan Chamberlain served on the Executive Committee and Board of the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA, Washington, D.C.), the Brain Injury Association of Indiana (BIAI, Indianapolis, Indiana), and the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA, Indianapolis, Indiana). Dan was honored to serve as the BIAA Chair in 2014-15 and spearheaded the organization’s efforts, in part, through 30 State and Affiliate Chapters, including Indiana and North Carolina, where Dan is fully licensed to practice law. In March, 2014, Dan was selected to represent the Brain Injury Association of America at the United States Capitol, Washington, D.C., with the Directors of the Centers for Disease Control, Wounded Warriors Project, Kessler Foundation, National Institutes ofHealth and Walter Reed Medical Center. Dan served as a corporate sponsor of BIAI since 2000. In 2017- 18, Dan served as President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association in 2017-2018. Dan is a Board Member of the National Crime Victim Bar Association. (NCVBA).
Daniel S. Chamberlain is a Partner at Cohen & Malad, LLP., an Indianapolis based but nationally recognized law firm. Founded 50 years ago, Cohen & Malad, LLP. includes a preeminent group of attorneys representing the wrongfully injured and killed and a dedicated staff supporting our mission to provide excellent legal representation.
Alex Craig, Craig, Kelley & Faultless
Alexander R. Craig is a partner at Craig, Kelley and Faultless LLC, a personal injury law firm with lawyers licensed in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, and Missouri. The firm is headquartered in Indianapolis with multiple office locations in Indiana, and one in St. Louis, Missouri.
Alex obtained his Master’s Degree in Business Administration from St. Louis University’s John Cook School of Business in 2011 and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2013.
Alex has been chosen every year as Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers since 2015. He has also been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star Honoree since 2021. He has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and has been recognized since 2023. Alex was awarded the 2023 Max Goodwin Young Lawyer Award from the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA).
Alex has successfully handled several jury trials. Alex focuses his legal practice on representing people who have been injured by others’ negligence or disregard for safety. He handles commercial motor vehicle cases, serious injury cases, wrongful death, and other types of personal injury accidents. He has handled pro-bono civil rights cases and participates in many community service events sponsored by the firm.
Alex obtained his Master’s Degree in Business Administration from St. Louis University’s John Cook School of Business in 2011 and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2013.
Alex has been chosen every year as Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers since 2015. He has also been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star Honoree since 2021. He has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and has been recognized since 2023. Alex was awarded the 2023 Max Goodwin Young Lawyer Award from the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA).
Alex has successfully handled several jury trials. Alex focuses his legal practice on representing people who have been injured by others’ negligence or disregard for safety. He handles commercial motor vehicle cases, serious injury cases, wrongful death, and other types of personal injury accidents. He has handled pro-bono civil rights cases and participates in many community service events sponsored by the firm.
Amy Davis, Law Office of Amy M. Davis
Bio coming soon!
Cameron Fathauer, Schad Law
Cameron M. Fathauer is a personal injury and estate planning attorney in Indiana and Kentucky. Driven by his journey of overcoming a traumatic brain injury, he advocates for justice and the inherent worth of every individual. He is the author of Saving the Subject, a multidimensional memoir exploring identity, healing, and purpose through the lens of personal struggle and faith. As a speaker, he engages audiences on law, technology, and human dignity, blending personal insight with professional expertise. Cameron lives in Southern Indiana with his wife, Chelsea, and their four young children.
Mary Findling, Golitko & Daly
Bio coming soon!
Steve Fleschner, Fleschner Stark Tanoos & Newlin
Steve has been a plaintiff personal injury attorney for nearly 45 years. Steve has served on the ITLA Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Steve started practicing law in Terre Haute in 1978 and is one of the founding partners of Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin.
Katie Fleschner McMullen, Fleschner Stark Tanoos & Newlin
Katie has been a personal injury lawyer since 2014. She graduated from Hanover College in 2009 and Michigan State School of Law in 2014. At Michigan State she was Case Notes Editor of Law Review and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Katie practices exclusively plaintiff personal injury law with her dad (Steve) and her cousin, Caleb Fleschner.
Enrique Flores, Flores Law Group, LLC
Enrique Flores, Jr. concentrates his practice in the areas of wrongful death, personal injury, workers compensation, and mediations. He was born in Southern California and was raised part of his life in Mexico, where he became a native Spanish speaker. His family eventually moved to El Paso, Texas, where he remained until he moved to Indianapolis.
Before founding FLORES LAW GROUP, LLC in January 2019, he practiced at Wagner Reese, LLP, and Schiller Law Offices. Enrique was a Law Clerk in the Medical Licensing Section of the Consumer Protection Division of the Indiana Attorney General’s Office while completing his Juris Doctorate at McKinney School of Law. Enrique also taught Spanish at inner city Catholic Schools while attending McKinney.
Enrique currently serves as the Chair of Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group 's Injured Immigrant Workers Rights Committee. He is a member the Board of Directors of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA). Enrique is also a member of the Indianapolis Bar Association Board and is a former Chair of the Indianapolis Bar Association's Litigation Section.
Enrique frequently speaks on topics facing the Hispanic Community and issues in the areas of wrongful death, personal injury, and workers compensation, at both State and National forums.
Before founding FLORES LAW GROUP, LLC in January 2019, he practiced at Wagner Reese, LLP, and Schiller Law Offices. Enrique was a Law Clerk in the Medical Licensing Section of the Consumer Protection Division of the Indiana Attorney General’s Office while completing his Juris Doctorate at McKinney School of Law. Enrique also taught Spanish at inner city Catholic Schools while attending McKinney.
Enrique currently serves as the Chair of Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group 's Injured Immigrant Workers Rights Committee. He is a member the Board of Directors of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA). Enrique is also a member of the Indianapolis Bar Association Board and is a former Chair of the Indianapolis Bar Association's Litigation Section.
Enrique frequently speaks on topics facing the Hispanic Community and issues in the areas of wrongful death, personal injury, and workers compensation, at both State and National forums.
Kate Franke, Broadwing Legal
Kate Franke is the founding member of Broadwing Legal, which is a statewide personal injury practice that sometimes dips into Kentucky. After graduating from DePauw University and Valparaiso Law School, Kate started on the defense side before Lee Christie and Tim Caress showed her the light, bringing her talents to what is now known as Christie Farrell Lee & Bell.
Today, Kate concentrates on fighting for those affected by trucking crashes, car wreaks, personal injuries, and medical malpractice. When she's not in the courtroom, you might catch her speaking about legal technology or serving the legal community through her roles with ITLA's Board of Directors, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and formerly on AAJ's Board of Governors.
While her trophy case includes impressive titles like SuperLawyer, Best Lawyers in America, and Up and Coming Lawyer honors, Kate will quickly tell you that being named "Favorite Aunt" remains her most treasured achievement. It's this human touch that makes Kate not just an accomplished attorney but also the kind of advocate you want in your corner.
Today, Kate concentrates on fighting for those affected by trucking crashes, car wreaks, personal injuries, and medical malpractice. When she's not in the courtroom, you might catch her speaking about legal technology or serving the legal community through her roles with ITLA's Board of Directors, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and formerly on AAJ's Board of Governors.
While her trophy case includes impressive titles like SuperLawyer, Best Lawyers in America, and Up and Coming Lawyer honors, Kate will quickly tell you that being named "Favorite Aunt" remains her most treasured achievement. It's this human touch that makes Kate not just an accomplished attorney but also the kind of advocate you want in your corner.
Dustin Fregiato, Ladendorf Fregiato & Bigler
Dustin Fregiato was born and raised in a small town in Eastern Ohio before attending undergraduate studies at The Ohio State University. After graduating cum laude with a BA in political science at OSU, he moved to Indianapolis to attend law school at the Indiana University McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis. While there, Dustin focused his legal education and experiences on litigation and trial practice; taking on the trial attorney focused classes he could, clerking for the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office and later for Marion County Judge Carol Orbison.
Though Dustin found criminal litigation interesting, Dustin wanted to turn his focus to protecting victims via civil litigation and began working with Ladendorf Law as a Law Clerk in 2010. While there he quickly learned to appreciate the practice of representing injured clients and their families. After graduating from the Indiana University McKinney School of Law, Dustin was offered the opportunity to continue working at Ladendorf Law where he has remained to the present. Throughout his time as an attorney, Dustin has represented and been successful in obtaining the needed compensation for clients impacted by wrongful death, medical malpractice and injuries of all kinds. He understands the frustration and anguish an injury can cause that extends well beyond the superficial bruise or broken bone and uses his knowledge about this intricate area of law to fight for his clients.
He is licensed to practice before the Indiana Supreme Court as well as the Northern and Southern Districts of the United States District Courts of Indiana, and the US Court of Federal Claims. Dustin’s practice areas include medical malpractice, flu vaccine cases, personal injury, premises liability, and wrongful death. He currently resides in Noblesville with his wife, Erica, and 3 children, Jackson, Harrison, and Daphne.
Though Dustin found criminal litigation interesting, Dustin wanted to turn his focus to protecting victims via civil litigation and began working with Ladendorf Law as a Law Clerk in 2010. While there he quickly learned to appreciate the practice of representing injured clients and their families. After graduating from the Indiana University McKinney School of Law, Dustin was offered the opportunity to continue working at Ladendorf Law where he has remained to the present. Throughout his time as an attorney, Dustin has represented and been successful in obtaining the needed compensation for clients impacted by wrongful death, medical malpractice and injuries of all kinds. He understands the frustration and anguish an injury can cause that extends well beyond the superficial bruise or broken bone and uses his knowledge about this intricate area of law to fight for his clients.
He is licensed to practice before the Indiana Supreme Court as well as the Northern and Southern Districts of the United States District Courts of Indiana, and the US Court of Federal Claims. Dustin’s practice areas include medical malpractice, flu vaccine cases, personal injury, premises liability, and wrongful death. He currently resides in Noblesville with his wife, Erica, and 3 children, Jackson, Harrison, and Daphne.
H. Phillip Grossman, Grossman Green
H. Philip Grossman is a senior partner in the Louisville law firm, Grossman Green PLLC. He has served on the Board of the Kentucky Justice Association and as its President in 2018. He has served on the Board of the Louisville Bar Association and as its President in 1996. He is also a Past President of the Louisville Bar Foundation. He is a founder and Master of the Louis D. Brandeis American Inn of Court in Louisville.
Phil is licensed to Practice law in Indiana and Kentucky, and is an ITLA Sustaining Member. He is a Louisville native and graduated with a degree in Liberal Arts from Washington University in St. Louis. He is a 1980 graduate of the University of Louisville's Brandeis School of Law.
Phil Grossman concentrates his practice in plaintiff's Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home cases as well as Automobile, and Truck Wreck cases. He has handled catastrophic injury cases involving traumatic brain injury, wrongful death, spinal cord injury, and paralysis and has achieved numerous successes at trial and settlement exclusively in his representation of injured plaintiffs.
He has been recognized by his peers in Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers®, is rated as AV Preeminent Lawyer” by Martindale- Hubbell® and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®. In 2003 he received the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law Distinguished Alumni Award and in 2007 he received the Louisville Bar Association Distinguished Service Award.
Phil is licensed to Practice law in Indiana and Kentucky, and is an ITLA Sustaining Member. He is a Louisville native and graduated with a degree in Liberal Arts from Washington University in St. Louis. He is a 1980 graduate of the University of Louisville's Brandeis School of Law.
Phil Grossman concentrates his practice in plaintiff's Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home cases as well as Automobile, and Truck Wreck cases. He has handled catastrophic injury cases involving traumatic brain injury, wrongful death, spinal cord injury, and paralysis and has achieved numerous successes at trial and settlement exclusively in his representation of injured plaintiffs.
He has been recognized by his peers in Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers®, is rated as AV Preeminent Lawyer” by Martindale- Hubbell® and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®. In 2003 he received the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law Distinguished Alumni Award and in 2007 he received the Louisville Bar Association Distinguished Service Award.
Jared Harts, Golitko & Daly
Jared Harts is an Indiana plaintiff's personal injury lawyer with Golitko & Daly. His practice is focused on product liability, wrongful death, construction accident, and worker’s compensation cases. Jared is a graduate of Calvin College with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is also a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Indiana University's Robert H. McKinney School of Law where he was a member of the Indiana Law Review.
Jay Hoffman, Hoffman & Newcomb
I have tried dozens of jury trials to verdict in three different states - car wrecks to medical negligence to Tractor-Trailer/Trucking to Murder. I represent people throughout Indiana and the U.S., and have handled cases in seven (7) different states. I also hold the dubious distinction of having tried to verdict every level of misdemeanor and felony in Indiana, including Murder and other various forms of death, destruction and degradation of the human spirit.
My bowling trophies include:
My bowling trophies include:
- Best Lawyers in America, Personal Injury 2003-present
- Indiana Super Lawyer, Criminal Defense 2005-present
- The Melvin Belli Society, 2008-present
- American Board of Trial Advocates, Indiana Chapter 2003-present (President 2009)
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Directors, College of Fellows
- 1977 Wooden Shoe Festival Pie Eating Contest, Runner-Up
Elizabeth Homes, Law Office of Elizabeth A. Homes LLC
Elizabeth A. Homes has practiced law in central Indiana since May of 2014. While she serves the whole state of Indiana, her office is located in Indianapolis. Her practice at the Law Office of Elizabeth A. Homes LLC is focused on Estate Planning and Elder Law. This includes Estate Planning, Power of Attorney Documents, Special Needs Estate Planning, Special Needs Settlement Planning, Guardianships, Medicaid Planning, Probate, Estate Administration and Trust Administration. She is admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana.
Elizabeth is an active member of the Estate Planning Council of Indianapolis. State-Wide, Elizabeth is actively involved with the Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) participating in the Probate, Trust and Real Property Section and the Elder Law section. Elizabeth is a member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). In the last couple of years, Elizabeth joined the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association not to litigate but to assist trial attorneys with establishing Special Needs Trusts should that need arise during settlement negotiations.
Elizabeth was born and raised in Carmel, Indiana. She obtained her B.A. degree from the University of Indianapolis. She went on to also obtain her MBA with a concentration in Finance in a dual program while completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Indianapolis. She obtained her J.D. degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. When Elizabeth is not practicing law, she enjoys practicing hot yoga. She finds that taking time for her own self-care on and off a yoga mat helps her to be able to serve others even better! She enjoys spending time with family and friends. She joins her parents and brother, Matthew, at Butler Men's Basketball games regularly. She enjoys trying new restaurants and enjoying quality time with those around her. She also can be found reading a good book or watching a movie.
Elizabeth is an active member of the Estate Planning Council of Indianapolis. State-Wide, Elizabeth is actively involved with the Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) participating in the Probate, Trust and Real Property Section and the Elder Law section. Elizabeth is a member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). In the last couple of years, Elizabeth joined the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association not to litigate but to assist trial attorneys with establishing Special Needs Trusts should that need arise during settlement negotiations.
Elizabeth was born and raised in Carmel, Indiana. She obtained her B.A. degree from the University of Indianapolis. She went on to also obtain her MBA with a concentration in Finance in a dual program while completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Indianapolis. She obtained her J.D. degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. When Elizabeth is not practicing law, she enjoys practicing hot yoga. She finds that taking time for her own self-care on and off a yoga mat helps her to be able to serve others even better! She enjoys spending time with family and friends. She joins her parents and brother, Matthew, at Butler Men's Basketball games regularly. She enjoys trying new restaurants and enjoying quality time with those around her. She also can be found reading a good book or watching a movie.
Houston Hum, Wagner Reese
Houston Hum grew up in Arkansas but moved to the Indianapolis area after graduating from the University of Notre Dame in 2007 with a degree in Accountancy. While at Notre Dame, he received the Tara K. Deutsch Award, “awarded to the accounting senior who has shown exemplary social consciousness and devotion to efforts to give hope to the less fortunate.” He received his law degree with honors from the Indiana University McKinney School of Law in 2013, where he was selected to the Moot Court Order of the Barristers and multiple national competition teams.
Before attending law school, Mr. Hum earned his CPA license and worked in the tax department of a Big Four accounting firm. His unique background gives him valuable insights and informs his analytical approach to complex legal matters. Hum is admitted to practice before all Indiana state courts, both United States District Courts in Indiana, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
For more than 10 years, Mr. Hum worked as a civil defense attorney for two highly regarded Indianapolis law firms, where he earned a reputation for defending cases vigorously, but always with compassion. Over the past decade, Mr. Hum developed positive relationships with many insurance company representatives and attorneys on both sides of the aisle. Hum is skilled in investigating accidents, particularly those involving trucks. He has successfully handled lawsuits related to personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, construction defects, exposure to mold/toxic substances, accounting and legal malpractice, and product liability.
In 2022 and 2023, Mr. Hum was selected a Rising Star by Indiana’s Super Lawyers Magazine, an honor bestowed upon only 2.5% of eligible attorneys, based largely on the perception of other attorneys. He was also recently recognized by The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch for Product Liability Litigation and Transportation Law.
Hum is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Bar Association, Indiana State Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. He is honored to join several friends and colleagues at Wagner Reese and to use the insights he gained defending civil cases for the benefit of the plaintiffs he represents. He is eternally grateful for the opportunity to practice law, which he absolutely loves.
Mr. Hum and his wife live in Noblesville with their three daughters and son, whose activities and interests have become their own. They are parishioners of Christ the King Catholic Church in Indianapolis. Aside from his children’s interests, Mr. Hum enjoys watching Notre Dame athletics, Butler basketball, and America’s greatest game, baseball.
Before attending law school, Mr. Hum earned his CPA license and worked in the tax department of a Big Four accounting firm. His unique background gives him valuable insights and informs his analytical approach to complex legal matters. Hum is admitted to practice before all Indiana state courts, both United States District Courts in Indiana, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
For more than 10 years, Mr. Hum worked as a civil defense attorney for two highly regarded Indianapolis law firms, where he earned a reputation for defending cases vigorously, but always with compassion. Over the past decade, Mr. Hum developed positive relationships with many insurance company representatives and attorneys on both sides of the aisle. Hum is skilled in investigating accidents, particularly those involving trucks. He has successfully handled lawsuits related to personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, construction defects, exposure to mold/toxic substances, accounting and legal malpractice, and product liability.
In 2022 and 2023, Mr. Hum was selected a Rising Star by Indiana’s Super Lawyers Magazine, an honor bestowed upon only 2.5% of eligible attorneys, based largely on the perception of other attorneys. He was also recently recognized by The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch for Product Liability Litigation and Transportation Law.
Hum is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Bar Association, Indiana State Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. He is honored to join several friends and colleagues at Wagner Reese and to use the insights he gained defending civil cases for the benefit of the plaintiffs he represents. He is eternally grateful for the opportunity to practice law, which he absolutely loves.
Mr. Hum and his wife live in Noblesville with their three daughters and son, whose activities and interests have become their own. They are parishioners of Christ the King Catholic Church in Indianapolis. Aside from his children’s interests, Mr. Hum enjoys watching Notre Dame athletics, Butler basketball, and America’s greatest game, baseball.
Bob Johnson, Johnson Jensen
Bob was born and raised in West Lafayette and has lived in Indiana most of his life. In 1990, he attended Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. Bob is focused in his practice, limiting his representation only to those injured or killed due to another’s negligence. Bob has developed a particular passion for helping brain injury victims, with personal experience caring for his daughter with special needs. This reality informs every act Bob takes as a lawyer for those facing tragedy.
Bob’s own life experiences have equipped him with the ability to approach representation of personal injury victims with empathy. He’s able to identify with and understand a family’s thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Since 1990, Bob has personally represented thousands of clients in various personal injury and wrongful death cases, including automobile collisions, trucking collisions, medical malpractice, and motorcycle crashes.
Bob received an undergraduate degree from Miami of Ohio in 1990 and graduated from law school in 1993. He initially practiced at Vaughan & Vaughan in Lafayette, Indiana from 1993 to 1998 and later worked for Tabor Law Firm until 2004.
Bob spent six years at The Hastings Law Firm. In 2011, he made the decision to start Johnson Jensen, LLP with his trusted colleague, Travis Jensen, focusing on a strong commitment to results and client service.
He’s also a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), the American Association for Justice (formerly known as the American Trial Lawyers Association), the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the National Crime Victims Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. Bob is on executive committed, amicus curiae committee, and chair of the governmental affairs committee, and current President Elect. He’s been a finalist for the Trial Lawyer of the Year on three occasions.
Bob’s own life experiences have equipped him with the ability to approach representation of personal injury victims with empathy. He’s able to identify with and understand a family’s thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Since 1990, Bob has personally represented thousands of clients in various personal injury and wrongful death cases, including automobile collisions, trucking collisions, medical malpractice, and motorcycle crashes.
Bob received an undergraduate degree from Miami of Ohio in 1990 and graduated from law school in 1993. He initially practiced at Vaughan & Vaughan in Lafayette, Indiana from 1993 to 1998 and later worked for Tabor Law Firm until 2004.
Bob spent six years at The Hastings Law Firm. In 2011, he made the decision to start Johnson Jensen, LLP with his trusted colleague, Travis Jensen, focusing on a strong commitment to results and client service.
He’s also a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), the American Association for Justice (formerly known as the American Trial Lawyers Association), the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the National Crime Victims Bar Association, and the Indianapolis Bar Association. Bob is on executive committed, amicus curiae committee, and chair of the governmental affairs committee, and current President Elect. He’s been a finalist for the Trial Lawyer of the Year on three occasions.
Greg Laker, Cohen and Malad
Gregory L. Laker is a partner and chair of CohenMalad, LLP’s personal injury practice. He has over 40 years of experience helping people in complex personal injury, medical malpractice and sexual abuse litigation. As a father, he is especially passionate about advocating for children who experience sexual abuse. Greg and his team have successfully resolved hundreds of cases against schools, churches, major corporations, daycare centers, and individuals involving the sexual abuse of children. Greg has also represented victims of various crimes including rape, gun violence and shootings, and dram shop -- or overserving of alcohol. Greg volunteers his time in the community and is a member of the Riley Society Board for the Riley Children’s Hospital. He also a frequent lecturer and enjoys giving legal advice to various advocacy organizations assisting survivors across Indiana and the nation.
Steven Langer, Langer & Langer
Steven L. Langer with the law firm of Langer & Langer, now in his 42nd year of practice, concentrates on plaintiff’s medical malpractice law and complex litigation. Mr. Langer is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He is a past President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Langer is a past President of the College of Fellows of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
Sara Langer, Langer & Langer
Attorney Sara Langer brings to Langer & Langer an insatiable desire to succeed, as well as an insurmountable sense of advocacy on behalf of those who have been victimized by others.
Following in her father Steven’s footsteps, the law has always been part of Sara’s life. Admiring his work ethic, she saw how he has been able to help people during very difficult times and strives to bring that passion to her own practice.
Sara earned her undergraduate degree in criminal justice and sociology, also at IU, where she graduated with honors. She continued in Bloomington and earned her J.D. from Indiana University’s Maurer School of Law, where she ranked in the top 10 percent of her class and graduated magna cum laude. Additionally, she had an externship with Chief Justice Loretta Rush of the Indiana Supreme Court.
Sara was the 2025 Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year. She is a member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Board of Directors. Sara has also been very involved in amicus work on behalf of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, successfully arguing numerous cases to help plaintiffs.
Sara is also passionate about animals. While at Maurer School of Law, she was president and member of the IU Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, an organization dedicated to providing an outlet for education and advocacy in protecting and preserving the interests of animals. Sara is also a long-time equestrian, owning one horse: Heston.
Sara is admitted to practice in Indiana in the Northern and Southern Districts.
A life-long Valparaiso resident, Sara continues to live in the area.
Following in her father Steven’s footsteps, the law has always been part of Sara’s life. Admiring his work ethic, she saw how he has been able to help people during very difficult times and strives to bring that passion to her own practice.
Sara earned her undergraduate degree in criminal justice and sociology, also at IU, where she graduated with honors. She continued in Bloomington and earned her J.D. from Indiana University’s Maurer School of Law, where she ranked in the top 10 percent of her class and graduated magna cum laude. Additionally, she had an externship with Chief Justice Loretta Rush of the Indiana Supreme Court.
Sara was the 2025 Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year. She is a member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Board of Directors. Sara has also been very involved in amicus work on behalf of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, successfully arguing numerous cases to help plaintiffs.
Sara is also passionate about animals. While at Maurer School of Law, she was president and member of the IU Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, an organization dedicated to providing an outlet for education and advocacy in protecting and preserving the interests of animals. Sara is also a long-time equestrian, owning one horse: Heston.
Sara is admitted to practice in Indiana in the Northern and Southern Districts.
A life-long Valparaiso resident, Sara continues to live in the area.
Jeff Lund, Allen Law Group, LLC
Jeff Lund is a trial attorney focusing on personal injury law. He is committed to providing compassionate and aggressive representation to his clients who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Mr. Lund attended Kalamazoo College and obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. After graduation, Mr. Lund was awarded a two-year Fellowship from the Hanns Seidel Stiftung to continue his studies in International Comparative Politics at the Freie Universität Berlin (Germany). After completing his Fellowship, Mr. Lund earned his Juris Doctor from Valparaiso University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude and was recognized for his excellence in trial advocacy. Since being admitted to the bar, Jeff has focused on civil litigation and now concentrates on personal injury law, handling a wide range of cases, including job site accidents and wrongful death claims.
Dr. Rodney Nordstrom, Litsim.ai
Dr. Nordstrom is a renowned expert in the field of trial sciences, frequently invited to speak at prestigious legal conferences and institutions. His presentations and panel discussions delve into cutting-edge topics such as the application of AI in legal practice, the psychology of persuasion, and the impact of emerging technologies on the courtroom. By sharing his insights and research findings, Dr. Nordstrom empowers attorneys to stay ahead of the curve and elevate their trial strategies. *Dr. Nordstrom’s bio was written by AI.
Jon Noyes, Wilson Kehoe Winingham
Jon Noyes earned his J.D., cum laude, from the Indiana University—Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2013. Prior to moving to Indianapolis, Jon graduated from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois with a degree in political science.
Jon cares deeply about his clients and seeking justice for them. He has represented clients with all manners of legal problems, from construction deaths, to truck crashes, poorly designed products, improperly constructed homes, and falling trees. Jon has found success at all levels, including at trial and before the Indiana Supreme Court.
In his free time, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, his son, Alexander, and his two cats, Sergeant Charlie Shoulders and the Honorable L. Annabelle Swanson. He also enjoys cards, board games, hiking, and all types of pizza. Jon is an active member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and the Indianapolis Bar Association.
Jon cares deeply about his clients and seeking justice for them. He has represented clients with all manners of legal problems, from construction deaths, to truck crashes, poorly designed products, improperly constructed homes, and falling trees. Jon has found success at all levels, including at trial and before the Indiana Supreme Court.
In his free time, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, his son, Alexander, and his two cats, Sergeant Charlie Shoulders and the Honorable L. Annabelle Swanson. He also enjoys cards, board games, hiking, and all types of pizza. Jon is an active member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and the Indianapolis Bar Association.
Tony Patterson, Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse
Tony Patterson is a partner in the Indianapolis/Lebanon firm of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse. Mr. Patterson has extensive experience representing personal injury victims and wrongful death survivors throughout Indiana and the Midwest. Mr. Patterson’s personal injury practice includes diverse concentrations in areas such as automobile and trucking accidents, medical malpractice, mass torts and all other areas of the firm’s injury practice. Mr. Patterson has obtained numerous million dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients, including working to obtain compensation on behalf of the victims of the Indiana State Fair Sugarland Stage Collapse, litigation in which he has served as Plaintiff’s liaison counsel.
Mr. Patterson is listed as an Indiana Super Lawyer in the area of personal injury law and has been named a Top 50 Indiana Lawyer for the past ten consecutive years.
Mr. Patterson has received an “AV” Rating by Martindale Hubbell and was named the 2007 Indiana Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
Mr. Patterson is also listed in Best Lawyers in America in personal injury law and is designated by Best Lawyers as 2020 Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year for the Indianapolis Metro area.
Mr. Patterson is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers where he serves as a state committee chair. He is past president of the Indiana Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He serves on the Indiana Supreme Court Rules Committee. He is a sustaining member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and serves on its Board of Directors. He is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Boone County Bar Association, for which he served as President in 2000.
Mr. Patterson is listed as an Indiana Super Lawyer in the area of personal injury law and has been named a Top 50 Indiana Lawyer for the past ten consecutive years.
Mr. Patterson has received an “AV” Rating by Martindale Hubbell and was named the 2007 Indiana Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
Mr. Patterson is also listed in Best Lawyers in America in personal injury law and is designated by Best Lawyers as 2020 Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year for the Indianapolis Metro area.
Mr. Patterson is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers where he serves as a state committee chair. He is past president of the Indiana Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He serves on the Indiana Supreme Court Rules Committee. He is a sustaining member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and serves on its Board of Directors. He is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Boone County Bar Association, for which he served as President in 2000.
Katie Piscione, Waldron Tate Bowen Land LLC
Katie Piscione serves as an associate attorney at Waldron Tate Bowen Land LLC, specializing in a diverse range of legal areas such as personal injury, medical malpractice, constitutional violations, real estate, business, and construction. She handles cases in both state and federal courts, demonstrating her proficiency by successfully litigating cases through jury verdicts in both venues.
Among her most notable successes, Katie served as counsel, along with Ann Marie Waldron and Brandon Tate, in a case involving a client who suffered catastrophic injuries from an accident caused by a drunk driver that left their client a quadriplegic. They were able to secure a jury verdict of $159 Million, which stands as the largest reported Jury Verdict in Indiana history. In addition, she has handled numerous other claims in which she recovered substantial settlements and verdicts for her clients.
Educationally, Katie graduated with honors, magna cum laude, earning a B.A. from Saint Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana. Subsequently, she obtained her J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Throughout her time at Saint Mary’s, Katie actively participated as a member of the Student Advisory Committee for the Belles Against Violence Office, where she advocated for survivors of sexual assault. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in organizing and hosting Take Back the Night, a collaborative effort involving Saint Mary’s, Notre Dame, and Holy Cross.
During her time at Loyola, Katie was recognized for her outstanding performance by receiving the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Legal Writing I and Legal Writing II, which is bestowed upon the highest-scoring student. In her second year, she contributed as a member of the 2020 Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot court team, making it to the round of 16 out of over 400 participating teams. The team’s submission to the competition received an honorable mention for best brief. Following her involvement, Katie continued to serve as a mentor for the team. In her third year, she assumed the position of Executive Editor of Illinois Articles for the Loyola Law Review. Outside of her academic pursuits, Katie gained valuable experience working as an extern for the Honorable Pamela Meyerson and as a law clerk at a local Personal Injury and Worker’s Compensation firm in Chicago.
In 2025, Katie was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an organization that has worked to advance the civil jury trial and elevate the standards of integrity, civility, and professionalism in the legal profession. The organization has more than 7,600 members including plaintiff personal injury lawyers, civil defense lawyers and judges spread among 95 Chapters in all 50 States and the District of Columbia. ABOTA is an invitation-only organization requiring members to demonstrate significant litigation experience including at least 10 civil jury trials.
Katie maintains active memberships in several legal associations, including the Indiana State Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, American Association for Justice, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. Within the Indiana State Bar Association, she actively contributes her expertise as a committee member for the Solo Small Firm Conference, a member of the Young Lawyer Section Council, and is currently the Vice-Chair and will soon assume the role of Chair for the GP Solo and Small Firm Section.
With licenses to practice law in both Indiana and Illinois, Katie provides comprehensive legal support to clients within these jurisdictions.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Katie enjoys attending sporting events, exploring diverse culinary experiences, and exploring new destinations through her passion for travel.
Among her most notable successes, Katie served as counsel, along with Ann Marie Waldron and Brandon Tate, in a case involving a client who suffered catastrophic injuries from an accident caused by a drunk driver that left their client a quadriplegic. They were able to secure a jury verdict of $159 Million, which stands as the largest reported Jury Verdict in Indiana history. In addition, she has handled numerous other claims in which she recovered substantial settlements and verdicts for her clients.
Educationally, Katie graduated with honors, magna cum laude, earning a B.A. from Saint Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana. Subsequently, she obtained her J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Throughout her time at Saint Mary’s, Katie actively participated as a member of the Student Advisory Committee for the Belles Against Violence Office, where she advocated for survivors of sexual assault. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in organizing and hosting Take Back the Night, a collaborative effort involving Saint Mary’s, Notre Dame, and Holy Cross.
During her time at Loyola, Katie was recognized for her outstanding performance by receiving the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Legal Writing I and Legal Writing II, which is bestowed upon the highest-scoring student. In her second year, she contributed as a member of the 2020 Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot court team, making it to the round of 16 out of over 400 participating teams. The team’s submission to the competition received an honorable mention for best brief. Following her involvement, Katie continued to serve as a mentor for the team. In her third year, she assumed the position of Executive Editor of Illinois Articles for the Loyola Law Review. Outside of her academic pursuits, Katie gained valuable experience working as an extern for the Honorable Pamela Meyerson and as a law clerk at a local Personal Injury and Worker’s Compensation firm in Chicago.
In 2025, Katie was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an organization that has worked to advance the civil jury trial and elevate the standards of integrity, civility, and professionalism in the legal profession. The organization has more than 7,600 members including plaintiff personal injury lawyers, civil defense lawyers and judges spread among 95 Chapters in all 50 States and the District of Columbia. ABOTA is an invitation-only organization requiring members to demonstrate significant litigation experience including at least 10 civil jury trials.
Katie maintains active memberships in several legal associations, including the Indiana State Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, American Association for Justice, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. Within the Indiana State Bar Association, she actively contributes her expertise as a committee member for the Solo Small Firm Conference, a member of the Young Lawyer Section Council, and is currently the Vice-Chair and will soon assume the role of Chair for the GP Solo and Small Firm Section.
With licenses to practice law in both Indiana and Illinois, Katie provides comprehensive legal support to clients within these jurisdictions.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Katie enjoys attending sporting events, exploring diverse culinary experiences, and exploring new destinations through her passion for travel.
Laura Raiman, Beck Rocker LLC
Laura graduated from Purdue University and earned her law degree from Indiana University’s Robert H. McKinney School of Law. She is both competitive and a true Boilermaker as she does not talk about her attendance at IU. Laura works primarily in the areas of family law and personal injury. She also serves at the defense counsel for the Bartholomew County Veterans Treatment Court
Kyle Ring, Doehrman Buba Ring
Kyle T. Ring is a partner in the law firm of Doehrman Buba Ring in Indianapolis, Indiana. Kyle represents plaintiffs in a variety of cases, including wrongful death cases, traumatic brain injuries, and other serious injuries caused by semi-truck crashes, car wrecks, dangerous premises conditions, and nursing home neglect. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and is currently on its Membership Committee. He previously served as the chairperson of the Young Lawyers Section of the ITLA. Kyle has been selected as an Indiana Super Lawyer and is a graduate of the Indiana State Bar Association Leadership Development Academy. Kyle is also an active member of the American Association for Justice and is currently the Indiana Co-Chair of its PAC Development Committee and Regional Coordinator of its Student Trial Advocacy Competition.
Troy Rivera, Ken Nunn Law Office
Attorney since 1999. Troy joined Ken Nunn Law office in 2005. Troy is a US Army Military Police K-9 veteran. Prior to joining our office, Troy was a Major Felony Deputy Prosecutor in Marion County and has extensive experience in prosecuting major felonies, including murders.Troy has led the state three times for the most jury trials reported and has first chaired over one hundred and five civil jury trials. Troy is admitted to practice before the Indiana Supreme Court and all Circuit and Superior Courts in the State of Indiana, along with the US District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana and the Supreme Court of the United States. Troy is also a member of ABOTA.
Senioar Judge Margret Robb, Court of Appeals of Indiana
Margret G. Robb, the first woman elected Chief Judge, (in 2011 for a three-year term) in the 110-year history of the Court of Appeals, was appointed in July 1998 by Governor Frank O’Bannon. In 2012 she was honored, with a concurrent bi-partisan Resolution, by the Indiana Legislature recognizing this achievement. She was appointed to the Court in July 1998, served, and holds a B.S. 1970 and M.S. 1972 in business economics from Purdue and a J.D. magna cum laude 1978 from IU McKinney School of Law. Prior to her appointment to the Court, Judge Robb was, for 20 years, engaged in the general practice of law in Lafayette, was a bankruptcy panel trustee, on the Indiana Board of Law Examiners, Chaired Gov. Bowen’s Commission on the Status of Women. She has chaired many Indiana Supreme Court Task Forces, has served the State, National and local Bar Associations, their Foundations, and the National and International Associations of Women Judges in numerous capacities, including Chair of the ABA’s Conference of Appellate Judges; President of the national Council of Chief Judges of State Courts of Appeal and chair of the Appellate Judges Educational Institute, a national educational institute.
Her awards include the State Bar’s 1993 “Celebrating 100 Years of Women in the Law;” 2001 Maynard K. Hine distinguished alumni; 2004 Ball State University Woman of Achievement; 2005 Women in the Law Recognition; 2006 Tippecanoe County YWCA Women of Distinction; the 2007 Warren G. Harding High School, Warren, Ohio, Distinguished Alumni Award; 2010 IU Alumni President’s Award; 2010 Indiana Lawyer Distinguished Barrister; 2011 David Hammacher ISBA Appellate Practice Section Award for Public Service; 2012 IBJ Woman of Influence; 2012 Indiana Legislature concurrent resolution honoring her; 2014 Indiana Women’s Commission Trailblazer (one of five women to ever receive the special recognition as a “Trailblazer); the 2014 IU McKinney Law School Distinguished Alumni Award; a 2018 Indiana State Bar Association Litigation Section’s Judicial Civility award; a 2024 Indiana Jewish Historical Society Hoosier Legend; and a 2024 Council of Chief Judges of State Courts of Appeal name to its Wall of Fame.
She authored “Reflections of Baseball, Life and the Law” in the Indiana State Bar Association's journal, Res Gestae and “Running Bases, Winning Cases: Why the Grand Old Game of Baseball is like the legal profession” in the ABA's journal. She also authored a chapter on Supreme Court Justice Leonard Hackney in Indiana Supreme Court Justices, co-authored a chapter, “From Juvenile Courts to Family Courts,” in Essays on Indiana Legal History, co-authored an article “Appeals on Wheels: Traveling Oral Arguments Boost Public Outreach,” in the ABA Judges Journal and a biography of Judge Robert Staton for a new book detailing all the judges who have sat on the Court of Appeals of Indiana.
Judge Robb, now a Senior Judge, was retained on the Court of Appeals in 2000, 2010 and 2020 and retired in June 2023. Her husband was a Purdue University professor. Their son, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, is a Captain on active duty in the United States Navy.
Her awards include the State Bar’s 1993 “Celebrating 100 Years of Women in the Law;” 2001 Maynard K. Hine distinguished alumni; 2004 Ball State University Woman of Achievement; 2005 Women in the Law Recognition; 2006 Tippecanoe County YWCA Women of Distinction; the 2007 Warren G. Harding High School, Warren, Ohio, Distinguished Alumni Award; 2010 IU Alumni President’s Award; 2010 Indiana Lawyer Distinguished Barrister; 2011 David Hammacher ISBA Appellate Practice Section Award for Public Service; 2012 IBJ Woman of Influence; 2012 Indiana Legislature concurrent resolution honoring her; 2014 Indiana Women’s Commission Trailblazer (one of five women to ever receive the special recognition as a “Trailblazer); the 2014 IU McKinney Law School Distinguished Alumni Award; a 2018 Indiana State Bar Association Litigation Section’s Judicial Civility award; a 2024 Indiana Jewish Historical Society Hoosier Legend; and a 2024 Council of Chief Judges of State Courts of Appeal name to its Wall of Fame.
She authored “Reflections of Baseball, Life and the Law” in the Indiana State Bar Association's journal, Res Gestae and “Running Bases, Winning Cases: Why the Grand Old Game of Baseball is like the legal profession” in the ABA's journal. She also authored a chapter on Supreme Court Justice Leonard Hackney in Indiana Supreme Court Justices, co-authored a chapter, “From Juvenile Courts to Family Courts,” in Essays on Indiana Legal History, co-authored an article “Appeals on Wheels: Traveling Oral Arguments Boost Public Outreach,” in the ABA Judges Journal and a biography of Judge Robert Staton for a new book detailing all the judges who have sat on the Court of Appeals of Indiana.
Judge Robb, now a Senior Judge, was retained on the Court of Appeals in 2000, 2010 and 2020 and retired in June 2023. Her husband was a Purdue University professor. Their son, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, is a Captain on active duty in the United States Navy.
Tim Rowe, Rowe & Hamilton
Timothy A. Rowe was born in Mansfield, Ohio. At a young age, he spent two years in Africa with his father, who was a missionary. He graduated number one in his class at College of Emporia with a degree in Biblical Studies. Mr. Rowe also attended the University of California - Berkeley and Indiana University, where he graduated with a B.A. with distinction in History and Classics from Indiana University and graduated cum laude from Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis in 1984.
In addition to being a co-founding partner of the law firm Rowe & Hamilton in Indianapolis for 35 years, Mr. Rowe is the principal attorney at Rowe Law Offices, PLLC with offices in Tampa and Fort Myers, Florida. His practice is currently concentrated in personal injury, auto crashes, truck crashes, premises liability and some civil rights cases.
Mr. Rowe, a member of the Board of Directors of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association for over 26 years, has chaired and taught at numerous seminars locally and nationally, including Miami, San Francisco, Montreal, Nashville, Delaware, Chicago, Boston and Orlando concerning auto accident, litigation, and personal injury cases. He is a President's Club Member of the American Association for Justice and on the Board of Governors as well as a member of the Florida, American, Indiana, and Indianapolis Bar Associations and National Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Rowe is also a member of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, Collier County Bar Association, National Crime Victims Bar Association and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. He is past Chair of the Motor Vehicle Collision, Highway, and Premises Liability Section for the American Trial Lawyers Association and a member of the College of Fellows. Mr. Rowe has tried over 50 jury trial cases across the country including Indiana, Florida, Arizona, Arkansas, Kentucky, New Mexico and Tennessee.
Mr. Rowe has written articles for the Indiana Lawyer, Trial Magazine and the Verdict, an Indiana Trial Lawyer's publication. He also hosted a weekly radio program "You and the Law" on WKLU, WXNT 1430 in Indianapolis and on Thunder 103.9 FM in Crawfordsville for over five years where he would answer legal questions to help the people of the community. He also hosted a television show "Faith and the Law" that discussed legal issues of concern for Christians on Lesea Broadcasting. He is an author of two books "The Magnificent Goodness of God and How it Will Transform your life" and "The Heart: They Key to Everything in a Christian Life."
Mr. Rowe is married to his wife, Jexy and has two children, Isaiah and Elizabeth. He is very active in the community, is passionate about bringing justice to people's lives and helping to make the legal system be better and more productive.
In addition to being a co-founding partner of the law firm Rowe & Hamilton in Indianapolis for 35 years, Mr. Rowe is the principal attorney at Rowe Law Offices, PLLC with offices in Tampa and Fort Myers, Florida. His practice is currently concentrated in personal injury, auto crashes, truck crashes, premises liability and some civil rights cases.
Mr. Rowe, a member of the Board of Directors of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association for over 26 years, has chaired and taught at numerous seminars locally and nationally, including Miami, San Francisco, Montreal, Nashville, Delaware, Chicago, Boston and Orlando concerning auto accident, litigation, and personal injury cases. He is a President's Club Member of the American Association for Justice and on the Board of Governors as well as a member of the Florida, American, Indiana, and Indianapolis Bar Associations and National Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Rowe is also a member of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, Collier County Bar Association, National Crime Victims Bar Association and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. He is past Chair of the Motor Vehicle Collision, Highway, and Premises Liability Section for the American Trial Lawyers Association and a member of the College of Fellows. Mr. Rowe has tried over 50 jury trial cases across the country including Indiana, Florida, Arizona, Arkansas, Kentucky, New Mexico and Tennessee.
Mr. Rowe has written articles for the Indiana Lawyer, Trial Magazine and the Verdict, an Indiana Trial Lawyer's publication. He also hosted a weekly radio program "You and the Law" on WKLU, WXNT 1430 in Indianapolis and on Thunder 103.9 FM in Crawfordsville for over five years where he would answer legal questions to help the people of the community. He also hosted a television show "Faith and the Law" that discussed legal issues of concern for Christians on Lesea Broadcasting. He is an author of two books "The Magnificent Goodness of God and How it Will Transform your life" and "The Heart: They Key to Everything in a Christian Life."
Mr. Rowe is married to his wife, Jexy and has two children, Isaiah and Elizabeth. He is very active in the community, is passionate about bringing justice to people's lives and helping to make the legal system be better and more productive.
Pete Schroeder, Norris Choplin Schroeder, LLP
Pete Schroeder has been recognized by his peers as an Indiana Super Lawyer honoree for his work in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), large loss subrogation and civil litigation from 2004 to 2024. Additionally, Pete was named an Indiana Super Lawyer Top 50 Lawyer honoree from 2016 to 2018 and 2020 to 2024. Pete was selected by his peers in numerous editions of The Best Lawyers in America© from 2020 through 2024, including the 2022 Mediation Lawyer of the year in Indianapolis.
Pete has conducted more than 6,000 mediations including business disputes, complex and multiple party construction disputes, significant insurance coverage and insurance priority disputes, as well as complex wrongful death, quadriplegia and paraplegia, large property loss, medical and legal malpractice, product liability claims and claims involving multiple parties. Pete has mediated throughout the Midwest and frequently travels to diff erent states to conduct mediations. In cases where the number of parties exceeds 8, Pete and fellow rm mediator, Rick Norris, have conducted mediations in tandem.
Pete is in the unique position to continue his litigation and trial practice while handling a robust mediation case load. In addition to his ADR work, Pete concentrates his practice in areas of commercial litigation, large loss subrogation and personal injury. His trial experience includes representing plaintiff s and defendants in motor vehicle accidents, fire and gas explosions, structural collapses, personal injury and wrongful death, professional malpractice and product liability. Pete has litigated product cases ranging from cranes, front-end loaders and large, industrial rack systems, to medical products, motor vehicles and manufacturing equipment. Pete has also litigated and mediated legal fee disputes and law firm dissolutions.
Pete speaks at continuing legal education seminars on mediation and litigation. He served as President of the Indianapolis Law Club from 2019 to 2022. He provides consultations on case evaluations and litigation strategy and has served as an expert witness in legal malpractice cases.
An attorney of more than 40 years, Pete began his practice with the firm in 1981. Before that, he served a clerkship for Judge Eugene N. Chipman of the Indiana Court of Appeals in 1980 and 1981.
Pete was born in Detroit, Michigan. For more than 40 years, he officiated college and high school wrestling and has volunteered as a junior high wrestling coach. Pete is active in the local community, serving on various school boards and church commissions.
Pete has conducted more than 6,000 mediations including business disputes, complex and multiple party construction disputes, significant insurance coverage and insurance priority disputes, as well as complex wrongful death, quadriplegia and paraplegia, large property loss, medical and legal malpractice, product liability claims and claims involving multiple parties. Pete has mediated throughout the Midwest and frequently travels to diff erent states to conduct mediations. In cases where the number of parties exceeds 8, Pete and fellow rm mediator, Rick Norris, have conducted mediations in tandem.
Pete is in the unique position to continue his litigation and trial practice while handling a robust mediation case load. In addition to his ADR work, Pete concentrates his practice in areas of commercial litigation, large loss subrogation and personal injury. His trial experience includes representing plaintiff s and defendants in motor vehicle accidents, fire and gas explosions, structural collapses, personal injury and wrongful death, professional malpractice and product liability. Pete has litigated product cases ranging from cranes, front-end loaders and large, industrial rack systems, to medical products, motor vehicles and manufacturing equipment. Pete has also litigated and mediated legal fee disputes and law firm dissolutions.
Pete speaks at continuing legal education seminars on mediation and litigation. He served as President of the Indianapolis Law Club from 2019 to 2022. He provides consultations on case evaluations and litigation strategy and has served as an expert witness in legal malpractice cases.
An attorney of more than 40 years, Pete began his practice with the firm in 1981. Before that, he served a clerkship for Judge Eugene N. Chipman of the Indiana Court of Appeals in 1980 and 1981.
Pete was born in Detroit, Michigan. For more than 40 years, he officiated college and high school wrestling and has volunteered as a junior high wrestling coach. Pete is active in the local community, serving on various school boards and church commissions.
David Scott, Dave Scott Law Firm
Dave Scott is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Indiana and Kentucky. He has been involved in products liability cases in other state and federal courts throughout the Midwest. He is a past president of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), a former member of the American Association of Justice (AAJ). He also is a member of the Society of Automotive Engineer (SAE). He has been honored with the Award of Merit by AAJ, the Lifetime Achievement Award by ITLA. He was formerly listed: Best Lawyers in America, Products Liability, Indiana; Indiana Super Lawyers, Products Liability; and Louisville Magazine, Top Lawyers, Personal Injury & Products Liability, U.S. News, Top Law Firm, KY, Products liability. Martindale-Hubbell, AV rated for over 25 years.
David Singleton, Blackburn Romey
David Singleton is an attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with the law firm of Blackburn Romey. A summa cum laude graduate of Indiana University’s McKinney law school, David focuses primarily on complex motion and appellate practice, with a professional passion for tackling unique and unusual legal issues faced by tort plaintiffs. With experience extending to the Indiana Supreme Court and United States Supreme Court, David has received multiple recognitions for his advocacy during his career, including five-time recognition as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, and is proud to have set plaintiff-friendly 7th Circuit precedent in the recent case of Prime Ins. Co. v. Wright regarding the federal MCS-90 insurance endorsement.
Jesse Smith, Parr Richey
Jesse Smith began as a law clerk in 2021 before joining the firm as an Associate in 2022,
concentrating his practice on all areas of civil litigation including personal injury and wrongful death. Mr. Smith graduated summa cum laude from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in May 2022. During law school, Mr. Smith served as a Note
Development Editor for the 55th Volume of the Indiana Law Review. Mr. Smith also served as the President of the American Constitution Society and externed for the Honorable Tim A. Baker of the Southern District of Indiana. Mr. Smith was named Most Outstanding Clinical Law Student for 2020-2021 for his participation in the Child Advocacy Law Clinic. Mr. Smith continues to volunteer as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and Guardian Ad Litem for children in central Indiana. Mr. Smith is currently serving on the executive board of the Boone County Bar Association.
Prior to attending law school, Mr. Smith graduated from Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Affairs with high distinction. Mr. Smith spent several years after his undergraduate studies working in the
insurance industry as a claims specialist and as a claims adjudicator for Social Security Disability claims for the State of Indiana.
Mr. Smith is admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana and the Federal District Court for both the Northern District of Indiana and the Southern District of Indiana.
concentrating his practice on all areas of civil litigation including personal injury and wrongful death. Mr. Smith graduated summa cum laude from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in May 2022. During law school, Mr. Smith served as a Note
Development Editor for the 55th Volume of the Indiana Law Review. Mr. Smith also served as the President of the American Constitution Society and externed for the Honorable Tim A. Baker of the Southern District of Indiana. Mr. Smith was named Most Outstanding Clinical Law Student for 2020-2021 for his participation in the Child Advocacy Law Clinic. Mr. Smith continues to volunteer as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and Guardian Ad Litem for children in central Indiana. Mr. Smith is currently serving on the executive board of the Boone County Bar Association.
Prior to attending law school, Mr. Smith graduated from Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Affairs with high distinction. Mr. Smith spent several years after his undergraduate studies working in the
insurance industry as a claims specialist and as a claims adjudicator for Social Security Disability claims for the State of Indiana.
Mr. Smith is admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana and the Federal District Court for both the Northern District of Indiana and the Southern District of Indiana.
Jeff Stesiak, Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak
Bio coming soon!
Tess White, White & Champagne
Tess White has been an acitve sustaining member of ITLA since 2008 when she co-founded White and Champagne and began exclusively representing injured people. Prior to that time, Tess had a successful career as an insurance defense attorrney working as in house counsel for Liberty Mutual and as private defense counsel for many years prior at various firms in the Chicagoland area. Since building a successful personal injury practice, Tess has moved up through the ranks of ITLA and now serves on the Executive Committee as Membership Chairwomen. She is also on the Board of Directors and a member of the College of Fellows.
As an advocate, Tess has handled hundreds of mediations. Tess became a registered mediator in 2024. Tess has been able to utilize her vast experience on both sides of the “v” to successfuly mediate over 25 cases in her first year as a mediator. Tess enjoyes the creative and cooperative process that mediation offers as an alternative to the contentious process often associated with litigation. To schedule mediation with Tess, you can access her calendar at https://whiteandchampagne.com/mediation-services
As an advocate, Tess has handled hundreds of mediations. Tess became a registered mediator in 2024. Tess has been able to utilize her vast experience on both sides of the “v” to successfuly mediate over 25 cases in her first year as a mediator. Tess enjoyes the creative and cooperative process that mediation offers as an alternative to the contentious process often associated with litigation. To schedule mediation with Tess, you can access her calendar at https://whiteandchampagne.com/mediation-services
Joe Williams, Williams Law Group
Voted one of the Best Lawyers in America since 2017, Joe Williams is often brought in to try complex lawsuits. Joe brings a unique ability to communicate with the jury, making the complex seem simple.
His jury trial success includes recovering $112.4 million for a surgeon-inventor who was cheated by Medtronic (2nd largest verdict in Indiana history), $14.5 million for a roofer wrongfully accused of insurance fraud by State Farm (largest defamation verdict in Indiana history), and $3 million for a former school bus driver injured by a defective medical device. Joe’s trial success has been widely reported in publications like USA Today, the Indianapolis Business Journal, Law.com, and the Indianapolis Star.
Joe received his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School, where he was awarded the Tennessee Bar Association’s Access to Justice Law Student of the Year in 2004 for his dedication to the legal issues confronted by those in need.
Joe was also awarded the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association's Max Goodwin Young Lawyer Award in 2013, which recognized his outstanding dedication to protecting the rights of the injured.
His jury trial success includes recovering $112.4 million for a surgeon-inventor who was cheated by Medtronic (2nd largest verdict in Indiana history), $14.5 million for a roofer wrongfully accused of insurance fraud by State Farm (largest defamation verdict in Indiana history), and $3 million for a former school bus driver injured by a defective medical device. Joe’s trial success has been widely reported in publications like USA Today, the Indianapolis Business Journal, Law.com, and the Indianapolis Star.
Joe received his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School, where he was awarded the Tennessee Bar Association’s Access to Justice Law Student of the Year in 2004 for his dedication to the legal issues confronted by those in need.
Joe was also awarded the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association's Max Goodwin Young Lawyer Award in 2013, which recognized his outstanding dedication to protecting the rights of the injured.
Alysee Wirkkala, Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program
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Holly Wojcik, Theodoros & Rooth, P.C.
Holly Wojcik is a partner at the Merrillville law firm of Theodoros & Rooth where she focuses her practice in the areas of medical malpractice and other personal injury cases. Holly earned her B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from Michigan State University in 1998 and her J.D, cum laude, from Valparaiso School of Law in 2001. She is a member of the Lake County Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association, the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and its Board of Directors, ITLA Women’s Law Caucus, and the American Association for Justice. She currently serves on the Indiana Judicial Qualifications/Nominating Commission. Holly has handled hundreds of medical malpractice claims in Indiana and was on the legal team that prosecuted 288 claims against Dr. Mark Weinberger, "The Runaway Doctor" featured on America's Most Wanted and American Greed, which resulted in a $55 million dollar settlement for her clients after the indictment, extradition, and imprisonment of the Merrillville doctor.
Holly has been named as an Indiana Super Lawyer for 2019-2023. Her firm, Theodoros & Rooth, has been nominated for the Best of the Region for several years running. She has been pleased to speak at various ITLA, ICLEF, ISBA Leadership Development Academy, and Lake County Bar seminars and volunteers at Chesterton High School educating high school students on what it is like to practice law. Holly has also written articles published in Res Gestae.
When she is not working, Holly enjoys fishing and spending most of her time doing anything outdoors including canoeing, kayaking, camping, and hiking. Holly is a huge soccer fan, having played soccer in college. She has a passion for traveling which has taken her all over the world including backpacking across Europe, on an all-women’s rafting trip in the Grand Canyon, and most recently a safari in South Africa. Holly is originally from St. Joseph, Michigan and currently lives in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Holly can be reached at [email protected] or Theodoros & Rooth, 8750 Broadway, Suite A, Merrillville, Indiana 46410. Theodorosrooth.com Phone: (219) 769-6393.
Holly has been named as an Indiana Super Lawyer for 2019-2023. Her firm, Theodoros & Rooth, has been nominated for the Best of the Region for several years running. She has been pleased to speak at various ITLA, ICLEF, ISBA Leadership Development Academy, and Lake County Bar seminars and volunteers at Chesterton High School educating high school students on what it is like to practice law. Holly has also written articles published in Res Gestae.
When she is not working, Holly enjoys fishing and spending most of her time doing anything outdoors including canoeing, kayaking, camping, and hiking. Holly is a huge soccer fan, having played soccer in college. She has a passion for traveling which has taken her all over the world including backpacking across Europe, on an all-women’s rafting trip in the Grand Canyon, and most recently a safari in South Africa. Holly is originally from St. Joseph, Michigan and currently lives in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Holly can be reached at [email protected] or Theodoros & Rooth, 8750 Broadway, Suite A, Merrillville, Indiana 46410. Theodorosrooth.com Phone: (219) 769-6393.
Tara Worthley, Worthley Law
Tara recognizes that her clients are going through some of the hardest times in their lives, and they need someone to help navigate the legal system. Tara stands up for her clients and holds the responsible parties accountable for their actions. Tara represents clients seriously injured as the result of personal injury, medical negligence, vehicle crashes, other types of negligent conduct, and family law.
Experience
Tara joined her husband’s law firm in January 2023 as a partner. Previously, she spent the first 17 years of her career with the law firm of Langer & Langer handling complex cases involving medical malpractice, motor vehicle crashes and other cases involving injury and negligence.
Professional Associations, Honors and Activities
Her work also goes beyond the clients she represents. Tara is actively involved in the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), serving on its Executive Committee since May 2019, its Board of Directors since March 2010 and as chair of its Amicus Committee since May 2015. Tara is slated to serve as Treasurer-Elect beginning May 2023. She has received five appreciation awards from ITLA for her volunteer efforts in authoring Amicus briefs on issues important to Indiana victims of negligence. And in the years of 2017-2019, Tara was presented with a “President’s Award” for her work on the ITLA Amicus Committee.
Tara was recently named the “2021 Influential Woman in Law” by the Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association (NWIIWA). Tara was nominated to the ITLA College of Fellows in November 2019. She has been named a Super by Indiana Super Lawyer’s Magazine from 2018-2023. From 2012 through 2017, Tara was named as a Rising Stars by Indiana Super Lawyers® Magazine.
In 2010, Tara received the “Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year Award,” the highest honor that can be given to a young lawyer by the ITLA for her dedication to protecting the rights of injured people, her devotion to community and helping to advance Indiana Law in a positive direction for Indiana residents. In 2011, Tara was named as one of Indiana Lawyer’s “Up and Coming Lawyers.” Tara was also a graduate of the Indianapolis Bar Association’s Bar Leadership Series Lawyer Class of XII, 2014 – 2015. Tara is a member of the American Association for Justice, American Bar Association, and Porter County Bar Association and Porter County Bar Association.
Volunteer Efforts
Tara is also involved in the local community, serving as the President for the Heavilin Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (2021-2023) and was Treasurer (2019-2021). She also has been recruited to serve as the Treasurer of her 6-year old daughter’s Girl Scout Daisy Troop. Call her if you need cookies:-).
When living in Zionsville from 2012-1014, she was happy to serve the Zionsville Lions Club as the Membership Director, 1st Vice President, and 2nd Vice President for the Club. For her efforts, she received the “President’s Award” from the Club for her service to the local community.
Experience
Tara joined her husband’s law firm in January 2023 as a partner. Previously, she spent the first 17 years of her career with the law firm of Langer & Langer handling complex cases involving medical malpractice, motor vehicle crashes and other cases involving injury and negligence.
Professional Associations, Honors and Activities
Her work also goes beyond the clients she represents. Tara is actively involved in the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), serving on its Executive Committee since May 2019, its Board of Directors since March 2010 and as chair of its Amicus Committee since May 2015. Tara is slated to serve as Treasurer-Elect beginning May 2023. She has received five appreciation awards from ITLA for her volunteer efforts in authoring Amicus briefs on issues important to Indiana victims of negligence. And in the years of 2017-2019, Tara was presented with a “President’s Award” for her work on the ITLA Amicus Committee.
Tara was recently named the “2021 Influential Woman in Law” by the Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association (NWIIWA). Tara was nominated to the ITLA College of Fellows in November 2019. She has been named a Super by Indiana Super Lawyer’s Magazine from 2018-2023. From 2012 through 2017, Tara was named as a Rising Stars by Indiana Super Lawyers® Magazine.
In 2010, Tara received the “Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year Award,” the highest honor that can be given to a young lawyer by the ITLA for her dedication to protecting the rights of injured people, her devotion to community and helping to advance Indiana Law in a positive direction for Indiana residents. In 2011, Tara was named as one of Indiana Lawyer’s “Up and Coming Lawyers.” Tara was also a graduate of the Indianapolis Bar Association’s Bar Leadership Series Lawyer Class of XII, 2014 – 2015. Tara is a member of the American Association for Justice, American Bar Association, and Porter County Bar Association and Porter County Bar Association.
Volunteer Efforts
Tara is also involved in the local community, serving as the President for the Heavilin Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (2021-2023) and was Treasurer (2019-2021). She also has been recruited to serve as the Treasurer of her 6-year old daughter’s Girl Scout Daisy Troop. Call her if you need cookies:-).
When living in Zionsville from 2012-1014, she was happy to serve the Zionsville Lions Club as the Membership Director, 1st Vice President, and 2nd Vice President for the Club. For her efforts, she received the “President’s Award” from the Club for her service to the local community.
Chris Wyant, Wyant Law
Chris Wyant grew up northeast of Indianapolis, attending Hamilton Southeastern High School in Fishers. In October of 2022, I moved my practice from Indianapolis back home to Fishers.
I completed my undergraduate degree at Indiana University in Bloomington and graduated from Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis. I live in Fishers with my wife, Kelly, a teacher, and our daughters, Claire and Carlie. I am an avid sports fan of Indiana basketball and Los Angeles Dodgers baseball. I also enjoy exercising, traveling, boating, and trying new restaurants.
I remain active in the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. I formerly served as a Chair of the Young Lawyers Section and currently serve on the Board of Directors. I was co-editor of the Indiana Appellate Case Reporter, a publication offered to ITLA members, for many years.
I completed my undergraduate degree at Indiana University in Bloomington and graduated from Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis. I live in Fishers with my wife, Kelly, a teacher, and our daughters, Claire and Carlie. I am an avid sports fan of Indiana basketball and Los Angeles Dodgers baseball. I also enjoy exercising, traveling, boating, and trying new restaurants.
I remain active in the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. I formerly served as a Chair of the Young Lawyers Section and currently serve on the Board of Directors. I was co-editor of the Indiana Appellate Case Reporter, a publication offered to ITLA members, for many years.
Tyler Zipes, Hovde Law
Tyler Zipes is an attorney at Hovde Dassow + Deets in Indianapolis. His primary areas of practice are person injury, wrongful death, product liability, and medical malpractice.
Tyler has been selected as a Rising Star Top Attorney in Indiana every year since 2020. In his six years of practice, he has tried numerous cases to verdict, argued multiple cases before the Indiana Supreme Court, and served multiple times as Amicus Curiae on behalf of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
Tyler would like to thank Joe Fried, Keith Mitnik, David Ball, and other more accomplished trucking lawyers than himself for their contributions to his presentation: “Finding the Hidden Motor Carrier.”
Tyler has been selected as a Rising Star Top Attorney in Indiana every year since 2020. In his six years of practice, he has tried numerous cases to verdict, argued multiple cases before the Indiana Supreme Court, and served multiple times as Amicus Curiae on behalf of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
Tyler would like to thank Joe Fried, Keith Mitnik, David Ball, and other more accomplished trucking lawyers than himself for their contributions to his presentation: “Finding the Hidden Motor Carrier.”