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Leadership in Law 2015: Brian M. Heaton

Since early in his career when he assisted as special transaction counsel for the first multi-state affiliation of behavioral health providers in the nation, Brian Heaton has helped a wide variety of clients navigate the changing health care landscape. The transactional lawyer works with startups to publicly traded companies in different industries and is described […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Jonathan W. Hughes

Jonathan Hughes stands out among his peers for his ability to consistently balance the demands of being a successful attorney, community volunteer and a family man. He handles a high volume of diverse matters in his municipal and utilities practice, from regulatory issues to annexation proceedings. Jon’s sense of humor and humble disposition attract colleagues […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Daniel M. Lechleiter

Daniel M. Lechleiter is a talented, creative and committed professional with both law and engineering degrees – and a patent – to his credit. The intellectual property attorney has litigated cases involving disputes ranging from computer software and digital encryption to maternity and children’s products in federal courts throughout the United States. Shortly after a […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Roxana S. Bell

Roxana Bell has quickly established herself locally and nationally as a young leader in the legal profession. She was selected to participate in the American Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Young Lawyers Division Fellowship Program and serves on the National Bar Association’s Young Lawyers board. Locally, she serves as president-elect of the Marion County Bar […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Katherine G. Erdel

Kate Erdel is a talented, proactive lawyer who has earned a reputation as a leader among her peers. She recently took the initiative to establish a forum for firm associates to learn about marketing opportunities, development needs and mentoring; and she dedicates countless hours to developing initiatives to recruit and maintain diversity within the firm. […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Angela B. Freeman

After spending nearly 15 years as a molecular biologist, Angela Freeman went from the lab to a law firm. Angela is one of a small number of African-American lawyers in the United States who both practices in the field of intellectual property law and is a registered patent attorney. Considered a rising star in the […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Kenneth J. Yerkes

Ken Yerkes has spent more than 30 years successfully fighting for his clients’ business objectives at the bargaining table. He chairs the firm’s strategic planning committee and is a member of the Barnes & Thornburg management committee. With the benefit of his guidance, during the past 10 years B&T has tripled in size and added […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Stephen M. Terrell

Steve Terrell wears many hats: attorney, author and radio host, to name a few. He practiced for more than 25 years with large and small firms in Indianapolis before starting his own litigation firm. Nearly 15 years ago, Steve helped found the Indiana State Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm Conference, which is the second-largest […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Hon. Melissa S. May

Melissa May has contributed much to the legal community, and not just through her work on the bench. She is integrally involved in legal and judicial education, pro bono efforts and bar associations. Melissa served on and chaired the Indiana Pro Bono Commission, and during her tenure she instituted a program to train lawyers and […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Samuel Laurin

Sam Laurin is respected among his peers for his outstanding litigation work coupled with the civility and professionalism that are constants in his legal practice. Young lawyers at his firm know Sam as an exceptional attorney who is approachable and always willing to provide assistance. Chair of both the litigation and construction law groups at […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Gregory L. Laker

Greg Laker’s preeminence in drug and medical device litigation has led to his election and involvement on national steering committees for industry-wide product litigation. He helped launch Cohen & Malad’s drug and medical device product-liability practice in the early 2000s when the firm began representing women who sued manufacturers of hormone replacement therapy. Since then, […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Christine Hayes Hickey

Chris Hickey began her career at Rubin & Levin 25 years ago as a paralegal, attending law school at night, and is now the firm’s managing partner. Described as a “self-made woman and lawyer,” she is no stranger to breaking barriers and taking the lead – Chris is an anomaly in the male-dominated area of […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Michael J. Hebenstreit

Mike Hebenstreit – as a lawyer and a person – embodies the “lawyer as a leader” attitude. The general practitioner mentors young lawyers and encourages their involvement in the profession as well as their ethical approach to clients and to each other. He is a leader in the bankruptcy bar and a former president of […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Ryan M. Schulz

Ryan Schulz may be “up and coming” now, but those who work with him believe it won’t be long until he is a bona fide “mover and shaker.” He seems as excited about being able to practice law today as he did the first day he entered Kahn Dees Donovan & Kahn. Ryan has helped […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Tiffany D. Presley

Adding her J.D. to an existing MBA, Tiffany Presley successfully transitioned from a career in accounting to developing a sophisticated practice in tax law. Tiffany is one of a handful of associates in the state whose practice is dedicated to domestic and foreign taxation. She is frequently sought out for her expertise in supporting client […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Brian P. Williams

Brian Williams brings a key understanding of people and organizations to his legal practice of more than 30 years. He is an effective advocate for clients in the courtroom or at the mediation table, as well as for new businesses seeking to relocate in the southwest Indiana region.Brian is active in local, state and national […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Zeff A. Weiss, In Memoriam (1957-2014)

The Indianapolis skyline has grown because of attorney Zeff Weiss’ involvement in a multitude of significant and high-profile projects, including the development of Lucas Oil Stadium and CityWay. The Ice Miller attorney died Nov. 17, 2014, at age 57, after a battle with brain cancer. Zeff, who worked as an accountant before becoming an attorney, […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Elliott D. Levin

Elliott Levin has been involved in virtually all of the major reorganizationproceedings filed in both the Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana for nearly 40 years. Through his efforts, various areas ofbankruptcy law have been defined by decisions of the local courts, and he has distinguished himself as a leader in the field of creditors’ […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Richard L. Hill

Rich Hill is one of the state’s most distinguishedpublic finance lawyers.His work drafting the 1981 legislation to authorize tax increment financing in Indiana has enabled the redevelopment of blighted neighborhoods and economic development of numerous regions. Rich has counseled on some of the most significant public finance and public-private partnership transactions in the state, including […]

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Leadership in Law 2015: Jarrell B. Hammond

Jerry Hammond is a problem solver who gets things done with insight, dignity and humility. Those traits may be why some of his clients are second- and third-generation clients. Jerry helps families plan for the future whether the need is for wealth preservation, business succession or estate administration. He’s a trusted adviser on estate planning […]

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