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Frank A. Hoffmann serves as Of Counsel at Krieg DeVault LLP in Indianapolis, Indiana, focusing on economic development and public welfare investment matters. He advises developers, businesses, nonprofit organizations, financial institutions, and other clients on finance, tax, securities, and incentive-related matters. Frank has more than 40 years of experience in traditional and innovative finance, tax, and securities law. His work includes development and business expansion financing transac...

Karoline E. Jackson is a partner in the Litigation Department of Barnes & Thornburg and serves as the firm's General Counsel. Karoline represents businesses and individuals in a variety of civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts throughout the United States. She concentrates her practice in the areas of complex commercial litigation, real estate litigation and securities litigation. In 2016, Karoline was recognized on the Indiana Super Lawyers list for her work in busine...

Tom Bays is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance, Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Tom practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana. Best Lawyers has recognized Tom since 2022. In 2026 Tom was named as the Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year" for Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-re...

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...

Ben Pecar concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate and corporate law, including real estate development, leasing and financing transactions and providing general corporate advisory services. Clients appreciate that Ben makes an investment in understanding their businesses and is proactive in helping them realize their distinct goals while safeguarding their bottom line. Ben counsels real estate developers, owners and operators in connection with the acquisition, financing, constr...

Anne L. Cowgur is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Employment Law - Individuals. Anne L. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Anne L. Cowgur since 2013. 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 Anne L. Cowgur is held by other lawyers.

Jacob focuses his legal practice on state government services and municipal funding matters for counties, cities and towns across Indiana. His duties for local government clients range from general counsel services for county government to economic development strategy for redevelopment commissions. Jacob also structures municipal bond deals for government entities. In addition, he helps clients navigate Access to Public Records requests and the Open Door Law, community corrections and jail m...

Michael C. Terrell is a partner in the firm's Labor and Employment Law practice group. He is chief employment counsel for numerous international and domestic companies engaged in various industries, including manufacturing, real estate, banking, construction, entertainment and high tech. He concentrates his practice in all aspects of labor and employment law, with a particular emphasis on prevention and defense of employment litigation. His practice includes employment litigation in federal a...

Amanda Morton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Real Estate. Amanda, who practices law in Indiana, Florida and Georgia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amanda is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Brady Rife is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Brady practices law in Shelbyville, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Brady Rife 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 Brady Rife is held by other lawyers.