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Litigator and regulatory counselor Kara Kapke advises on issues involving autonomous vehicle technology, transportation policy, education, tax policy, First Amendment law, and other compliance and regulatory matters. She also offers diverse experience in defending schools, chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers, media outlets and other entities in complex litigation. Kara functions as outside general counsel for government agencies, schools and businesses of all sizes and involved in every...

Robert T. Dassow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Robert T., 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 Robert T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Christopher Barry is an attorney with Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC, where he represents plaintiffs in Personal Injury Litigation. He practices in Indianapolis, Indiana, and focuses his work on advocating for individuals who have been harmed due to the negligence of others. Christopher has been recognized by Best Lawyers beginning in 2024 for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. This recognition is based on a peer-review process that reflects feedback from attorneys ...

Jason R. Burke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Bankruptcy and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law. Jason R., 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 Jason R. is held by other top lawyers in...

David W. Craig is an attorney with Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC, focusing his practice on Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. He represents individuals in Indianapolis, Indiana, and throughout the surrounding areas in a wide range of personal injury matters. David W. Craig has been recognized by Best Lawyers in the area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs since 2017. This distinction is based on a peer-review process that reflects the professional regard of other attorneys pr...

Patricia L. Beaty is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Patricia L., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Patricia L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kyle W. LeClere is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Kyle W., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kyle W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sarah Jenkins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Sarah, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chair of Barnes & Thornburg's Labor and Employment Department for two decades, Ken Yerkes has spent over 30 years successfully fighting for his clients' rights and business objectives at the bargaining table, in arbitration and federal and state court, as well as in plants across the country through proactive training, counseling and union avoidance campaigns. Ken's ability to transform complex scenarios into workable strategies has earned him not only his clients' trust, but also acclaim...

Bill Hurst has successfully represented hundreds of accident victims, and has limited his practice to being an Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyer for thirty-five (35) years. Bill has helped families with tragic, life altering injuries, and even deaths, obtain substantial verdicts and settlements to compensate for their losses. Bill is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America” and has been for over twenty-five (25) years. He has been selected as a “Super Lawyer” every ye...