Kevin E. Steele

Timothy's practice includes assisting clients with acquisitions and dispositions of businesses, strategic planning, commercial contracts, and other general corporate matters. Timothy also provides legal advice to financial institutions regarding commercial and real estate transactions. In addition, he spends a substantial amount of time in estate planning and successor planning for corporations. Timothy also counsels clients regarding elder law issues. Timothy received his B.A. in history fro...

Douglas Sakaguchi is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Douglas practices law in South Bend, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Douglas Sakaguchi 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 Douglas Sakaguchi is held by other lawyers.

Michael Palmer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Employment Law - Management, Immigration Law and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Michael practices law in South Bend, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Palmer 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 Michael Palmer is held by other l...

Andrew Helfrich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Andrew practices law in Elkhart, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew Helfrich 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 Andrew Helfrich is held by other lawyers.

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...

Elizabeth A. Klesmith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Elizabeth A. practices law in South Bend, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth A. Klesmith 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 Elizabeth A. Klesmith is held by other lawyers.

Environmental lawyer Joel Bowers is dedicated to finding creative solutions to even the most difficult enforcement proceedings and complex deals. Joel is experienced in transforming technical analysis into practical legal counsel that takes into account big-picture client objectives. Joel focuses his practice on environmental compliance and enforcement, including air quality and chemical regulation. He advises on remediation, corrective action and voluntary cleanups, as well as cost recovery ...

Daniel Pfeifer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Daniel practices law in South Bend, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel Pfeifer 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 Daniel Pfeifer is held by other lawyers.

Michael Knight is a civil litigator and appellate attorney. His practice has focused on land use, construction matters, real property rights, contracts and majority/minority entity disputes. He is dedicated to getting the job done efficiently by listening carefully to his clients, then finding the opportunity to help them resolve the dispute throughout the litigation process. Business and individual clients appreciate Michael for his clear thinking and direct communication style. Michael keep...

Brian Casey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Litigation - ERISA and Litigation - Securities. Brian practices law in South Bend, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Brian Casey 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 Brian Casey is held by other lawyers.