Jenny R. Buchheit

Sam assists companies in protecting their market position through the use of patent applications in the U.S. and abroad. He advises on new product patent clearance, providing opinions of counsel as needed. Sam is also engaged to consult with engineering teams during product development to help them design for patentability and for competitor patent design-around. His work includes partnering with companies in the aerospace, automotive, and consumer goods industries. He has also supported medi...

Monica R. Brownewell Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Monica R. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Monica R. Brownewell Smith 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 Monica R. Brownewell Smith is held ...

Melvin R. Daniel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Municipal Law. Melvin R. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Melvin R. Daniel since 2012. 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 Melvin R. Daniel is held by other lawyers.

Kenneth D. Isley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Agriculture Law. Kenneth D. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Kenneth D. Isley 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 Kenneth D. Isley is held by other lawyers.

Colleen Powers is a health care transactions attorney who advises health systems, hospitals and physician groups on complex strategic transactions at the intersection of business strategy and regulatory requirements. She regularly serves as lead counsel on high‑profile mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and helps clients advance alignment strategies that shape organizations long after a deal closes. Colleen is known for her responsive, practical approach and her focus on maintaining momen...

James R. A. Dawson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Real Estate and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law. James R. A. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized James R. A. Dawson since 2017. 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 James R. A. Dawson is held by other lawyers.

Heather Willey advises clients in the areas of government services, government finance, and education and healthcare law. Practical and analytical, Heather is an ardent team player who is able to create synergy among even the most diverse parties, working through issues collaboratively while realizing her client’s goals. Heather focuses her practice on broad governmental and municipal law issues for cities, towns and counties. A registered Indiana lobbyist, Heather has been involved in ...

Tracy N. Betz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Tracy N. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Tracy N. Betz since 2018. 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 Tracy N. Betz is held by other lawyers.

Samuel E. Swafford is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Samuel E. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Samuel E. Swafford since 2026. 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 Samuel E. Swafford is held by other lawyers.

MICHAEL P. O'NEIL helps companies in transition. Since 1986, he has focused his practice on mergers and acquisitions, debt refinancing and restructuring, business workouts and turnarounds, and a full range of other business matters, Michael has represented both healthy and distressed companies in connection with sales, refinancings, and liquidations, as well as in chapter 11 section 363 asset sales and “true reorganization” bankruptcy cases where judicial remedies are needed. Addi...