Bristol Lawyers

Lolita Smith, Esq. is a dedicated and accomplished trademark attorney with a robust background in criminal justice and business law. She graduated from Indiana University in 2007 with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, where she developed a strong foundation in legal principles and a passion for justice. In pursuit of her legal career, Lolita attended Florida Coastal School of Law, graduating in 2018 with a specialization in Business and Entrepreneurship. Her education equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the legal intricacies involved in the business world, making her a versatile and knowledgeable attorney. For the past four years, Lolita has...

Katherine Sheets is engaged in the general practice of law, with emphasis on civil litigation matters. Ms. Sheets graduated summa cum laude from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in May 2018 and also earned a Graduate Certificate in Advocacy Skills. During law school, Ms. Sheets was named to the Moot Court Society Order of the Barristers in the fall of 2016, served on the Moot Court Board as the Associate Justice for Scorekeeping, was an associate member of the Indiana International and Comparative Law Review, and advised first-year students through the Dean’s Tutorial Society. In addition,...

Indianapolis Bankruptcy Attorney Portia Douglas, has been providing a high level of service for a low fee in the Indianapolis Indiana Area for over 35 years. If you are needing Immediate Bankruptcy Help Please Call 317.581.9590

A seasoned employment law and civil litigation attorney in the Indianapolis area, Jason has practiced law since 2003. He has handled multiple federal jury trials in the Northern and Southern District of Indiana Courts and represented clients at the EEOC, MSPB, SEAC and ICRC, as well as Indiana State Courts, local government bodies and boards. He’s a DePauw University graduate, with a degree in Philosophy, who grew up in New Castle, Indiana. A third generation small business owner, he follows in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps. After earning his law degree at Indiana University Maurer School of...

I worked as a Civil Court Bailiff and a law clerk for the American Civil Liberties Union. At the Indiana State Public Defender Office, I worked as a law clerk then an attorney. I practice mainly in the areas of criminal law, representing people accused of misdemeanors, felonies, traffic offenses, OVWI/DUI, drug cases, probation violations, and drug crimes. I also practice family law, personal injury, small claims, and Civil Rights and discrimination.

I have extensive trial experience, and I am not afraid to fight for you. I love the challenge of facing the government or big insurance companies. When they...

Richard Shea graduated from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona with a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management in 1995 and received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law Bloomington in 1998. Since 1999 he has concentrated his practice in the field of Consumer Bankruptcy. Richard is a member of the Indianapolis Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He has served on the Local Rules and Procedures Advisory Committee of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Indiana and has taught at bankruptcy...

Morgan is a graduate of Carthage College, a liberal arts school in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where she received her BA in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. She earned her law degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law while working full-time in the legal department of a local trucking company. After law school, Morgan gained valuable experience in both insurance defense and criminal defense before joining Harshman Ponist. Morgan specializes in business and commercial transactions, entity formation, LLCs, corporate law, and nonprofit organizations, with a focus on tax-exempt and 501(c)(3) organizations. Her background in an in-house legal...

After years of working at law firms ranging in size from three attorneys to over 150 attorneys, Kirk provides big city service with small town personability. He strives to advise his clients in the most cost effective and efficient ways. Kirk likes to think creatively and look for not so typical, but practical, solutions. Not one to hide behind his desk, he likes to get out there and get things done.

- Admitted to practice law in Indiana and the U.S. District Court of the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana since 2001.
- Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Star lists in 2011,...

Katie focuses her practice on Insurance Defense, Insurance Coverage, and Estate Planning. She represents clients across the state of Indiana, both in state court and federal court. In her insurance defense practice, Katie has experience representing insureds in third party claims involving tort liability such as bodily injury and premises liability. In other cases, she represents insurance companies in first party claims brought by insureds. Katie also assists clients in developing a comprehensive estate plan, working closely with clients and their families. This includes drafting wills, trusts, guardianships, powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, and living wills.

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Rob is a 2nd generation trial lawyer with a background in accounting, business management, and construction. He represents small businesses and individuals in a variety of civil matters.

Kate Franke is a personal injury attorney working across Indiana to help injured Hoosiers get the justice they deserve. She focuses her practice on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, slip and fall, and wrongful death cases. She frequently speaks to other attorneys on personal injury and technology in the courtroom. She is currently on the Board of Directors for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. Kate graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2006 and received her undergraduate degree from DePauw University in 2002.

Daniel L. Moore, Attorney at Law, has over 30 years of experience fighting for the rights of the unfairly accused. With more than 4000 criminal cases as lead defense counsel, his experience is the foundation you need to build your best defense. STOP RUNNING, START FIGHTING! If you need help preparing a strong defense to criminal charges, or with an expungment to get a fresh start, or help getting your driving privileges restored, you need a lawyer that's HARD AGRESSIVE PROVEN. call Daniel L. Moore now.

Mark Hassler has been a litigator for his entire professional career, beginning in 1981. Mark has represented individuals and business entities in numerous Indiana Courts and in Federal Courts in Indiana, California and Texas. He has extensive jury trial experience, including many trials involving wrongful death, serious personal injury and medical malpractice. His litigation experience also includes business and insurance disputes, as well as disputes involving family trusts, wills and real estate. Mark is AV Preeminent* peer review-rated, the highest rating through Martindale-Hubbell. He, too, has been selected by his contemporaries to serve as President and Secretary of the...

I have practiced law for nearly 30 years. I graduated from the Indiana University School of Law Indianapolis in 1987. I am a general practice, family law, small business, bankruptcy, consumer law and criminal defense lawyer. I have served hundreds of clients. I pride myself on working closely with each of my clients on a personal level. I view the practice of law as problem-solving. My job as your attorney is to solve your problems and to reduce the stress of difficult legal situations. Clients speak directly with me and always meet only with me. I give my...

I was born and raised in Southport, Indiana and a proud graduate of Southport High School. I later graduated with distinction from Kelley School of Business before resuming my studies at Indiana University McKinney School of Law. I am a member of Greenwood Christian Church, volunteer for the Neighborhood Legal Christian Legal Clinic, and on the Board of Directors for the Aeronautical Center of Technology located at the Greenwood Airport. My focus is on labor and employment law, though I have years of experience in personal injury, business law, and real estate and probate matters. I have been representing clients throughout...

Jon Spurr is a native of the Wabash Valley. Born in Clinton, Indiana. He has been actively practicing law since 1998 with a focus on Divorce, Paternity, Custody, Child Support, Visitation matters, Adoptions, Guardianships and CHINS proceedings. Jon is a Domestic Relations Mediator and is available to perform services as a Guardian Ad Litem. Jon is also licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.

Having represented thousands of clients in the southern Indiana since 2002, I take pride in providing a high level of legal knowledge and ability to my diverse clientele. My experience includes making oral argument before the Indiana Supreme Court and the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago with many published and unpublished decisions by the Court of Appeals and trying dozens of cases to juries across Southern Indiana. My practice focuses on legal work in several areas of law primarily south of Indianapolis and in Washington and surrounding counties.

I am committed to helping individuals and businesses safeguard their legal rights. My practice delivers tailored legal solutions across various domains. I provide assistance with guardianship for family members, aid entrepreneurs in starting and growing their ventures, and devise detailed estate plans using wills and trusts. I am based in Vincennes, Indiana, and offer my services throughout the state. Clients can conveniently schedule appointments online and have the option to meet with me virtually, from their homes or offices. I regularly advocate for clients in the counties of Knox, Daviess, Sullivan, Greene, Pike, and Dubois. My passion lies in advocating on behalf of...

With more than 22 years of experience in the practice of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer bankruptcy protection, divorce and family law, and estate planning, attorney Allan E. Dunaway is uniquely qualified to serve the legal needs of a broad range of clients in Kentucky and Indiana. Our firm's personable and compassionate representation helps individuals and families navigate the legal system with the least amount of stress. Whether our clients need a fresh, debt-free start through bankruptcy, are ending a marital partnership, dealing with the loss of a loved one and their estate, or preparing for their own future with...

Mr. Coombs joined the law firm as a Law Associate in 2009 and became a junior partner in 2014. He practices in the areas of bankruptcy, general civil litigation, real estate, criminal law, and business law. Mr. Coombs received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2006 in History from the University of Utah. He received his law degree in 2009 from the Indiana University School of Law–Indianapolis, Cum Laude. He has worked for the Pritzke & Davis law firm as a clerk.

Our firm handles personal injury, bankruptcy, social security disability, estate planning, Wills and Estates, Immigration, real estate and criminal defense matters. Scott E. Racop is a graduate of Indiana State University (BA) and Indiana University School of Law Bloomington (JD). Mr. Racop has 27 years of legal experience. Mr. Racop established Racop Law Offices, P.C. in 1996. Mr. Racop has extensive jury trial experience in both civil and criminal cases and is admitted to practice in the Southern and Northern District Courts of Indiana, the Southern and Central Districts Courts of Illinois, the State of Indiana, and the 7th Circuit...

Keith lives in Carmel, Indiana with his wife and four children. He represents individual and institutional investors in disputes against their broker or brokerage firm.

Passionate about helping clients navigate the legal process for over 30 years. Responsive, diligent, and attentive to detail regarding your legal issues. Providing options and creative solutions to your legal problems.

I have over 23 years experience as a mediator and have mediated in excess of 4,000 cases. Prior to becoming a Registered Domestic Relations Mediator, I was a Magistrate in the Marion County Superior Court, Juvenile Division from January, 1990 to April, 1994. While serving as a magistrate I presided over hundreds of cases involving child custody, parenting time, child support and all other child related matters. I have worked full-time as a mediator since 1997. I am also a Registered Civil Mediator and have completed the Elder Law Mediator training. I have been married 30 years and have 2...

I am a local attorney practicing in the Lafayette, Indiana community. I help individuals and small businesses with their legal needs in Tippecanoe County and the surrounding area. I also practice in the area of plaintiffs' personal injury, and represent people who have been injured due to the negligence of another. If you have a legal issue that you think I may be able to help you with, please feel free to give me a call.

Dedicated trial advocacy starts with finding an attorney with your best interests in mind. Ralph E. Sipes, an attorney based in Anderson, Indiana, has been doing just that for more than 34 years. After clerking for the Indiana Supreme Court for the late Chief Justice Richard M. Givan, he earned the position of managing partner at Busby, Austin, Cooper, & Farr, and has practiced as a solo practitioner since 2008.

Offices are located on the Atrium level of the Union Building, 1106 Meridian Street, Suite 107, in Anderson, Indiana

EDUCATION
Indiana Bar Admission – Admitted on October 16, 2017, Juris Doctorate, May 2016
Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis Indiana

Master of Business Administration, May 2012, Indiana Wesleyan University; Indianapolis, Indiana, Concentration in Accounting

Lean and Green Belt Certificate in Six Sigma, June 2011 Villanova University; Online

Bachelor of General Studies, December 2009 Ball State University; Muncie, Indiana
Minors: Biology and Chemistry

Mr. Karnes was born in Norfolk, Virginia and he graduated from Tabernacle Baptist School, Virginia Beach, Virginia. Mr. Karnes received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Pre-law from Bob Jones University in 1996. He received his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, magna cum laude in 2001. Mr. Karnes was a Note Development Editor on the Indiana Law Review and participated in National Moot Court Competition. He has also completed a 40 hour civil mediation training and received the Francis J. Feeney, Jr. Tax award.

Mr. Karnes’ professional memberships include the Muncie...