Joel M. Schumm

Katrina M. Clingerman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Litigation - ERISA. Katrina M. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Katrina M. Clingerman 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 Katrina M. Clingerman is held by other lawyers.

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...

A tenacious advocate and litigator, Deborah Pollack-Milgate is known for her ability to act quickly to chart the optimal path for the clients she serves. Fearless and disciplined, Deborah delivers laser sharp focus that supports and protects each client’s unique business objectives. Deborah represents businesses of all sizes and individuals in patent, trade secret, trademark and complex commercial litigation, including antitrust and contract litigation. Deborah is adept at providing her...

Katherine G. Karres is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Katherine G. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Katherine G. Karres 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 Katherine G. Karres is held by other lawyers.

Lauren Aguilar is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. Lauren practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Lauren Aguilar 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 Lauren Aguilar is held by other lawyers.

Stephen T. Ramey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. Stephen T. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen T. Ramey 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 Stephen T. Ramey is held by other lawyers.

John R. Hammond IV 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 IV 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 John R. Hammond IV is held by other lawyers.

Attorney Amy M. Davis has devoted her entire legal career to helping folks that have been seriously injured or have lost loved ones due to someone else’s negligence. For more than a decade, Amy has produced significant results for her clients inside and outside of the courtroom and has gained the recognition of her peers for the results she has achieved. Amy has worked for multiple well known Indiana law firms obtaining monetary settlements and verdicts for hundreds of clients. This exp...

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...

Intellectual property litigator, counselor and problem-solver Dwight Lueck delivers solutions that best achieve his client’s objectives — whether by diplomatic negotiation, favorable settlement, trying the case in court or before the Trial and Appeal Board, or by taking proactive measures to avoid a dispute altogether. Dwight litigates intellectual property disputes involving trademarks, trade dress, domain names, copyrights and intellectual property licenses. The subject matter o...