Robert F. Wagner

Manny guides executives and in-house counsel in various industries, along with elected and appointed officials facing crises or key business decisions. He is an effective, practical, and strategic business litigator and problem solver who focuses on optimizing business results for his clients. He believes that the best solution to a problem is a problem avoided. For the problems that can’t be avoided, he prepares his client and the team to present a compelling story to the court or jury...

Mark advises on complex workouts and loan restructurings, representing secured and unsecured creditors, creditors’ committees, preference and fraudulent transfer defendants, lessors and landlords in bankruptcy cases. Mark provides legal counsel on repossessions, general collections and Uniform Commercial Code issues. He is also involved in commercial litigation in numerous courts throughout the country. Notably, Mark maintains multijurisdictional licenses to practice law, which allows h...

Donald Morgan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Donald practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Donald Morgan 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 Donald Morgan is held by other lawyers.

With over 40 years of experience, Spiro has earned a reputation as a formidable trial and appellate litigator in patent and intellectual property matters. He has successfully won or otherwise resolved cases involving hundreds of millions of dollars, consistently delivering results for clients facing their most consequential disputes. His approach is defined by an unwavering commitment to finding the most efficient and cost effective path forward, whether that means reaching an amicable settle...

With a commitment to understanding fully each client's mission, Nick Kile focuses on adding value to help them accomplish it. He seeks innovative solutions that are grounded in the law and fact, and align with the big picture business goals. Nick is co-chair of the firm’s Energy, Telecommunications and Utilities team, which was ranked “Tier 1” on U.S. News-Best Lawyers Best Law Firms 2019 list in Indianapolis for energy law. Nick concentrates his practice in two distinct sub...

Brian C. Crist is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Brian C. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Brian C. Crist since 2016. 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 C. Crist is held by other lawyers.

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 ...

Teresa’s practice is extensive and includes litigation, transactional, legislative, and appellate advice. She counsels clients on such issues as utility rate making and has represented clients in numerous general rate cases. She works extensively with other aspects of public utility regulation, access to public records, competition, construction of new facilities, customer-specific contracts, alternative regulation and deregulation, energy efficiency, demand side management, and energy ...

Hans Murphy counsels and advises employers nationwide in virtually all aspects of managing their employment relationship with their workforce. Practical by nature, Hans identifies what each client wants to achieve, and then devises a balanced and actionable plan that suits their distinct business and operational imperatives. Hans negotiates and drafts employment agreements, confidentiality agreements, and non-competition and non-solicitation agreements. He advises on the creation and maintena...

Harley Means is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Harley practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Harley Means 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 Harley Means is held by other lawyers.