Jeffrey K. "Jeff" Helfrich

Randy Brown is a first-chair trial attorney involved in complex commercial litigation. For nearly three decades, Randy has defended major class actions, tried dozens of cases throughout the country, and acted as lead counsel in multiple appeals in Indiana and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Randy is chair of the firm's Litigation Department and managing partner of the firm’s Fort Wayne office. Listed among The Best Lawyers in America in multiple litigation disc...

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...

John R. Hammond III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. John R. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized John R. Hammond III since 2007. 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 John R. Hammond III is held by other lawyers.

Jeff Barron resolves complicated intellectual property disputes. Jeff thrives when challenged with scenarios that seem impossible or that are at the cutting edge of technology and the law. Jeff’s dedication to being prepared gives him and his clients great flexibility when navigating the unexpected waters of high-stakes litigation and complex IP disputes. With clients that include startups and Fortune 100 companies, Jeff’s nationwide IP practice is focused on defending and prosecu...

Alex is a bilingual attorney of Cuban decent. Alex is originally from Florida and came up to Indiana in 1999 to play football at Hanover College. Alex went to law school in 2004 and was a law clerk at Mitchell, Hurst, Jacobs and Dick during most of his law school career. He graduated from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis in 2007 and began his career as a trial attorney with the Marion County Public Defender Agency. Alex returned to work with Bill Hurst in 2011 and currently fo...

Justin A. Allen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Justin A. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Justin A. Allen since 2025. 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 Justin A. Allen is held by other lawyers.

Brady Rife is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Brady practices law in Shelbyville, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Brady Rife 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 Brady Rife is held by other lawyers.

Chase and his wife, Alyssa, live in downtown Indianapolis with their son, Wilder, and two dogs, Steve and Marvin. Chase is an admitted nerd and sports fanatic who played soccer, wrestled, and ran track before going to college. Currently, he focuses his practice solely on representing accident victims, with the goal of obtaining fair compensation for their injuries. Chase has represented victims of car accidents, truck accidents, slip & falls, assaults, and even negligent firearm discharge...

Tim is the Managing Partner of SouthBank Legal. A key member of the firm’s Chambers-ranked commercial litigation team, Tim concentrates his practice in complex business litigation. While companies in the recreational vehicles/manufactured housing and orthopedics/medical device industries regularly engage Tim, he represents a variety of international and regional businesses in matters involving intellectual property, products liability, class actions, real estate and construction, and fi...

Stephen J. Peters is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Litigation - Construction. Stephen J. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen J. Peters since 2013. 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 J. Peters is held by othe...