Christine G. Long

As co-chair of the firm's Life Sciences group, Bradford Addison has successfully prosecuted more than 10,000 original and complex patents over the course of his career. With a Ph.D. in pharmacology, Brad understands even the most cutting-edge science and technology behind innovation, as well as how to realize the true value of a commercially viable patent. Brad prepares and prosecutes patent applications in the chemical and biotech areas, including pharmaceuticals, molecular biology, instrume...

Mr. Kaiser concentrates his practice on state and federal court litigation, class action defense, commercial litigation and employment law. Mr. Kaiser advises and defends clients in the retail financial services and consumer class action litigation. He has represented clients in lawsuits and administrative proceedings involving employment contracts, non-competition/trade secret disputes, commercial disputes, class action litigation, EEO claims, ERISA claims, wrongful discharge, and wage and h...

Laura DuVall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Laura practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Laura DuVall since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Laura DuVall is held by other lawyers.

M. Elizabeth Walker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law and Public Finance Law. M. Elizabeth practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized M. Elizabeth Walker since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which M. Elizabeth Walker is held by other lawyers.

Nick Deets has been a partner with Hovde Dassow + Deets in Indianapolis since 2001. His primary areas of practice are personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability and wrongful death. He has tried more than 80 jury trials to verdict. Nick was named the Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association in 2010, Best Lawyers, 2017 Lawyer of the Year, Plaintiff’s Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions (Indianapolis), Best Lawyers, 2022 Lawyer of the Year, Plaintiff&rs...

Curt Hidde advises clients on the many aspects of corporate transactions. Curt makes a point of understanding the underlying commercial objectives and specific financial drivers of each client, utilizing his decades of experience to achieve their transactional goals. Curt takes a practical approach to problem-solving and is able to break down complex legal concepts into terms clients can understand. Over the last 25 years, Curt has represented public and private companies in hundreds of corpo...

Environmental lawyer Jennifer Baker guides commercial and industrial clients and landowners through virtually all phases of remediation projects and environmental litigation. She assists clients in resolving their contaminated site issues, as well as provides strategic, cost-effective approaches to addressing potential and existing environmental liabilities and demands. Jennifer practices as part of the firm’s Environmental Department, which has been frequently recognized as Tier 1 for ...

Chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property Department, Julia Gard’s practice includes searching and clearing trademarks, prosecuting domestic and international trademark applications, IP licensing, and litigation before the TTAB. At every turn, Julia serves as a mark maximizer by ensuring her client’s valuable IP assets remain intact and commercially viable. Julia’s experience ranges from searching, clearing, filing and registering trademarks, service marks and domain n...

Stephen Rost is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Patent Law. Stephen practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen Rost since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Stephen Rost is held by other lawyers.

Raegan Gibson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Real Estate. Raegan practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Raegan Gibson since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Raegan Gibson is held by other lawyers.