Justin T. Boren

Bringing a unique combination of technical expertise and genuine client understanding to intellectual property law, Mike grounds his practice in core values of integrity, competency, and service to others. As a former industry professional and inventor with an issued U.S. Patent, he approaches each client relationship with honesty and sincerity, drawing from firsthand experience navigating the challenges that clients face in protecting and commercializing their innovations. His practice encom...

Brian L. McDermott is the office managing principal of the Indianapolis, Indiana, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. His practice focuses on workplace training and representation of employers in labor and employment litigation. Brian has dedicated his legal career of more than 25 years to representing private and public employers in individual, class, and collective employment actions, including cases involving: the FMLA, the ADA, Title VII, the ADEA, ERISA, the FLSA, the NLRA, covenant not to comp...

With a complex litigation practice that is national in scope, Bill’s experience is deep and far-reaching. He represents clients against product liability, toxic tort and commercial claims involving chemical products, agricultural and crop protection products, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and a variety of other products. More recently, Bill’s practice primarily has included complex and large scale litigation, including multi-district litigation (MDLs) involving the defense of ...

Sean Roth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Sean, who practices law in Shelbyville, Indiana, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sean is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Managing partner of the Indianapolis office and a member of the firm’s Management Committee, Brian Burdick practices in the areas of government services and public finance law. In his third decade of practice, Brian remains dedicated to understanding his clients’ business goals and most importantly, what a win looks like for their company. Brian represents both public and private clients before state and local regulatory bodies and administrative agencies. His experience includes ...

Blake J. Burgan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Blake J., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Blake J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kenneth Kleppel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. Kenneth, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kenneth is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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...

An experienced trial lawyer who defends employers of all sizes in a range of industries, including defense, food, and trucking companies, against unsubstantiated accusations, Rick’s litigation practice takes him to courts throughout the U.S. He litigates a wide range of employment matters, including discrimination and harassment; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); breach of contract; golden parachute agreements; wage and hour laws (exemptions, overtime, commissions, etc.); wrongful te...

Kim Ebert is the current Managing Shareholder of Ogletree Deakins with overall responsibility for the Firm’s direction and delivery of client service. For over thirty years, Mr. Ebert has defended the interests of employers in the full range of labor and employment matters. He has played a significant role in working with clients to develop a national strategy for labor and employment, and also regularly has assisted in due diligence in acquisitions and divestitures.As a labor lawyer, M...