Best Indiana Appellate Practice Lawyers
Stephen J. Peters is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Litigation - Construction. Stephen J. practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen J. Peters 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 Stephen J. Peters is held by othe...
Peter J. Rusthoven, a partner in the Indianapolis office, has a multi-dimensional practice. His business experience includes transactional and corporate governance work, in areas ranging from manufacturing to publishing to healthcare. Peter was active in drafting Indiana's corporation statute and official comments and has frequently written and spoken on corporate change-of-control issues. In the governmental services area, he is experienced in gaming and alcoholic beverage licensing and othe...
Mike has spent the last two decades litigating business and commercial disputes throughout Indiana and Michigan. He has litigated a wide range of disputes, representing both plaintiffs and defendants, including wrongful death actions, securities violations, contractual disputes, trade secrets actions, trademark and copyright infringement, coverage actions, and construction disputes. Mike has handled dozens of noncompetition cases both on behalf of the employer and the employee including durin...
Sarah Jenkins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Sarah practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah Jenkins since 2023. 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 Sarah Jenkins is held by other lawyers.
Appellate adviser and litigator Mark Crandley is at his best when faced with high-stakes claims that involve issues of critical importance and concern. After nearly two decades of practice, Mark knows what does and does not work. Clients and colleagues alike rely upon him for his judgement and leadership throughout the dispute resolution process. Mark focuses his practice on appeals, constitutional and government law, commercial litigation, and the resolution of probate disputes. He has repre...
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.
Kian Hudson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Kian practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Kian Hudson 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 Kian Hudson is held by other lawyers.
Kendra G. Gjerdingen chairs the Appellate Law Group at Mallor Grodner Plummer LLP and handles the legal needs of private and business clients in civil litigation and family law. Her concentration includes family law and jurisdiction, interstate and international custody disputes, appeals, and civil litigation. Kendra is a leading family law and appellate lawyer in Indiana. She also has extensive experience in jurisdictional disputes. She has represented many clients in Hague Convention cases,...
A trusted adviser and passionate advocate, John Maley is skilled in advocating before trial and appellate judges, juries and mediators who rely upon his assessment of the case at hand. Whether on attack or defense, John’s understanding of diverse industries and the sophisticated legal issues that permeate complex disputes is at the core of his success as a litigator and trial attorney. John regularly represents publicly traded and private companies in regional and national litigation, t...
Focusing on appellate practice and complex business litigation, Cathleen Shrader has extensive experience in civil litigation. She is experienced in representing clients at all levels of the appellate process; at representing businesses in contract, warranty, intellectual property, and other disputes; and at representing trustees, beneficiaries, and personal representatives in complex estate and trust disputes. Cathleen has been listed in the Best Lawyers in America® publication for Appel...
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.
Chris focuses his practice in representing clients in complex commercial disputes, serving as trial counsel in federal court, state court, arbitration tribunals, and administrative proceedings. His experience in business litigation spans a wide range of claims, including breach of contract, construction, corporate fraud, tortious interference, and unfair competition. Chris has significant appellate experience, including a federal appellate clerkship and cases before state and federal appellat...
Sarah E. Brown is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Sarah E. practices law in South Bend, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah E. Brown 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 Sarah E. Brown is held by other lawyers.
Shareholder Matthew Ciulla focuses his practice on high-stakes commercial litigation in courts nationwide. A former federal circuit clerk, Matt briefs and litigates key issues from case inception to judgment, with a constant focus on strategies for evidentiary presentations, trial tactics, and preserving the appellate record. Matt has been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch for his work in Antitrust Law, Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Litigati...
David Pricer has over ten years practice experience in the areas of civil litigation and appeals, including commercial, real estate, trust and estate, and family law matters. Before joining Barrett McNagny in 2023, David was a partner at a local law firm and previously served as the judicial law clerk for the Allen Circuit Court.
