Banks & Brower, LLC

Attorney Adam Brower

Mr. Brower’s exceptional track record in all of his practice areas has earned him a 10.0 “Superb” peer review rating through Avvo, and has garnered him nearly 100, 5.0-star ratings from his clients around the country. He has been named by threebestrated.com for two years running as one of the three best criminal defense attorneys in Indiana. He was also nominated as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the state through the Indianapolis Star. Mr. Brower was chosen as a Rising Star for two years straight and then was awarded the prestigious SuperLawyers moniker ever since as one of its youngest members to receive that accolade when first received. Finally, he also was inducted into Westfield Washington School Corporation’s Hall of Fame for his successes in and out of the courtroom as one of its youngest inductees as well.

As a former prosecutor, Mr. Brower’s primary focus is in criminal defense and plaintiff-based personal injury. Adam Brower is a managing partner and original founder/owner of Banks & Brower, LLC, one of Indy’s premier criminal defense law firms. While centrally located in Indianapolis, Indiana, he provides representation to people throughout the entire state facing all forms of complex litigation. Furthermore, as an experienced litigator, Mr. Brower has been able to obtain numerous bench and jury trial successes in many matters on both the state/plaintiff and defense sides.

A native of Indiana, Mr. Brower attended Purdue University and received a Bachelor of Arts in 2003. His legal education was obtained at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, and he served on the Indiana International & Comparative Law Review before being awarded his Juris Doctor in 2007. Mr. Brower was counsel to a construction management firm and then an attorney with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office before entering private practice. He is admitted to practice federal law in Indiana before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts.

Attorney Brad Banks

Brad has significant experience in the Criminal area. Brad is an Indianapolis criminal defense attorney who served as a major felony prosecutor in Hamilton County where he tried numerous cases including DUI, burglaries, batteries, drug offenses and many other cases. Brad next served as a major felony prosecutor in Marion County, Indiana. During this time, Brad tried robberies, rape, aggravated batteries, burglaries, and financial crimes.

During his time in Marion County, Brad also spent two years in the Homicide Unit of the Prosecutor’s office. During this time Brad tried 10 homicide juries, achieving successful verdicts on all 10 trials. Next, Brad was promoted to Division Chief. Brad was responsible for supervising 36 attorneys serving in Marion County’s misdemeanor and D Felony courts. Included in this position, Brad supervised the DUI Unit of the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office. Throughout his nearly 10 years as a Prosecutor, Brad maintained a 95% success rate at jury trial. Prior to serving as a Deputy Prosecutor, Brad worked for a prestigious civil law firm in Valparaiso, Indiana. It was during this time where Brad learned how to effectively, compassionately, and aggressively represent individuals in family law. Brad has handled divorce trials, child custody matters, child support, and property settlements.

Attorney Bill Frederick

Bill has spent his entire career practicing criminal law.  Prior to joining Banks & Brower, LLC in February 2019, Bill served as a Deputy Prosecutor in Marion County for nine years.

Bill started his career with the Prosecutor’s office in the Juvenile Division, where he handled thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to major felonies.  Bill next moved to the Municipal Division, where he handled level 6 felonies and tried several bench and jury trials.  For the last five years of his tenure with the Prosecutor’s office, Bill served in the Major Felony Division.  During this time, Bill tried over 20 murder and attempt murder cases with an extremely high success rate.   Bill also worked in the Special Crimes Unit, where he worked with homicide detectives to investigate and file murder charges.   Bill concluded his time with the Prosecutor’s office as the Supervisor of Criminal Court 5, where he oversaw the work of three major felony Deputy Prosecutors.

Bill was born and raised in Las Cruces, New Mexico.  He completed his undergraduate studies with a B.A in Psychology from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska.  Bill obtained his law degree and a Masters in Sports Administration from Valparaiso University School of Law. 

Attorney Joe Wyckoff

Joe’s law career started in 2017 after graduating from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. After graduating he started working for the Marion County Public Defender Agency. He worked as a Public Defender for two years. As a Public Defender he represented parents in DCS cases. In 2019 he moved over the Marion County Prosecutor’s office as a Deputy Prosecutor. Joe spent the start of his career as a Prosecutor handling misdemeanors and level six felonies before moving up to juvenile major felony cases. After two years at the prosecutors office he joined the Banks & Brower, LLC team as a Criminal Defense Attorney.

Joe has experience on both sides of the courtroom. This gives him an ideal perspective when handling your case. He has worked on all levels of cases from misdemeanors to major felonies.

Born and raised in Zionsville, Indiana Joe attended Zionsville High School where he played football and lacrosse. After high school he completed his undergraduate degree at Purdue University. At Purdue Joe majored in Public Relations & Rhetorical Advocacy and was a member of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. 

Attorney Romy Elswerky

Romy Elswerky has been practicing law since 2014. He received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University in 2011 and his legal education from Indiana University, Robert H. McKinney School of Law. He graduated in 2014 and began his legal career as an attorney. Romy was selected by his peers as a Rising Star from 2020-2023.

He began his legal career as a Criminal Defense attorney in Lafayette, IN from October 2014 to May 2016. He then made the transition to Family Law with a firm in Hamilton County until August of 2021. Romy also spent time in Shelby County practicing primarily Family Law. He will continue his career here at Banks & Brower, LLC practicing primarily in the area of Family Law. He will be handling paternity, divorce, custody, child support, and other related Family Law cases.

Romy is originally from northeast Indiana.  He was raised mostly in Fort Wayne, but also grew up in Decatur and Ossian.  After graduating high school, Romy has lived in Bloomington, Indianapolis, Speedway, and Lafayette and currently resides in Hamilton County. When he is not working, Romy enjoys playing sports, watching IU basketball, and visiting with family.

Attorney Sam Fife

Sam Fife is a former prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney who brings a unique perspective to every case. He’s dedicated to defending clients and helping them move forward through expungements and experienced legal advocacy.

Sam’s law career started in 2018 after graduating from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. After graduating, he worked for the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office for a few years, prosecuting misdemeanors, felonies, homicides, and juvenile delinquencies. Sam desired a change in his life and felt the best way to do that would be to try and help make a change in others. In 2021, he joined a criminal defense firm where he vigorously defended clients charged with numerous different crimes all over the state of Indiana. Through the ups and downs Sam takes pride in being there for his clients every step of the way and feels confident that he dedicates an effort that others may not. Sam has also assisted hundreds of clients in getting their records expunged and takes great joy in helping people enter a new chapter of their lives, unburdened by their past mistakes. After a brief stint gaining some experience in civil litigation, he joined the Banks & Brower team as a Criminal Defense Attorney, satisfied that he joined a practice that shares his ethos in helping clients through their struggles.

With Sam having experience as both a prosecutor and a defense attorney, he can get a bird’s eye view of a case that other people may not have. He knows what the prosecution will be looking for and the angles they capitalize on. This allows him to assess the relative strengths and weaknesses of a case from both perspectives. This has benefitted his clients’ countless times, and he’s ready for it to benefit you, too. He has experience in almost every county in the state and vast experience litigating many types of crimes, giving him solid relationships with prosecutors.

Sam was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He attended Northrop High School where he swam for his high school’s swim team. After high school he attended Indiana University and graduated in three years with a Bachelor’s of Arts in History. Sam then came to Indianapolis for law school, as he felt there was a greater need for his talents here. In his free time, Sam loves playing golf, exercising, watching his favorite sports teams, and being with family.

Attorney Mark Busby

An accomplished trial attorney with 25 years litigation experience, Mark uses his extensive trial experience to fight for the clients at Banks and Brower. In addition to well over 200 criminal jury and bench trials, Mark has over seven years of litigation experience in civil and family law matters, including training in collaborative divorce practice, service as a guardian ad litem and four years as the Executive Director of the State’s largest Child Advocacy Center. Mark’s blend of civil and criminal practice – in addition to four years working closely with the department of child services – gives him unique experience that few other family law attorneys can boast. This ranges from a familiarity with the department of child services, experience in tracking down financial assets and streams of income, to presenting complex cases in court.

Mark’s previous experience includes years of family and child-focused litigation – Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Parental and Grandparent Rights, Guardianship, Paternity, Prenuptial & Marital Agreements, and Restraining Orders. Mark’s time as a prosecutor focused on trial work dedicated to prosecuting sex crimes, child abuse and homicide cases for nearly two decades.

What sets Mark apart from most former Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys is his work as the Executive Director of the Marion County Child Advocacy Center. The Child Advocacy Center served as the hub of a multi-disciplinary team that included the Department of Child Services. Daily interaction with the Department of Child Services provided valuable insight that allowed him to quickly transition into private practice in 2014, when he first began working on family law cases. Sound investigation, strong advocacy skills and hard work provide the backbone of his legal practice.

Mark has represented clients in a variety of other civil matters including employment matters, whistleblowing protection, Olympic law, sexual harassment, homicide charges, insurance claims against national carriers and complex internal investigations. Mark has also participated in discovery compliance with Senatorial and Congressional inquiries and has reviewed of hundreds of tortious claims of sexual abuse.

Born in Canada and raised in Saudi Arabia, Mark received his law degree from the University of Notre Dame in 2000, and became a naturalized Citizen of the United States in 2007.

Attorney Eleanor Finnell

With more than 15 years of experience as a litigator, Magistrate, and Senior Judge, Eleanor brings deep insight and empathy to every family law case. As a skilled mediator and dedicated advocate, she’s focused on achieving the best outcome while always seeing and supporting the person behind the case.

Eleanor was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. She earned her undergraduate degree from Purdue University and obtained her law degree from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis.

An innovative and experienced attorney, Eleanor brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the family law practice, with extensive experience as a Magistrate Judge presiding over matters in all areas of family and juvenile matters. This experience has given her considerable empathy and understanding, allowing her to care about more than just the case, but the person behind it, too.

After serving as a Magistrate, Eleanor became, and still is, a Senior Judge presiding over matters throughout the State of Indiana. She is also a Registered Domestic Relations Mediator. She is a skilled negotiator and has proven time and time again that her expertise gives her an advantage over the situation, allowing her to bring the other party into agreement.

Eleanor has more than 15 years of experience in litigation, judicial proceedings, client management, and as a lead attorney in both State and Federal jury trials. Adept at presiding over complex cases, she has conducted depositions, issued legal rulings, and managed a caseload of 100+ active cases. Eleanor has a proven ability to develop mitigation strategies, pragmatic policies, and align legal strategy to drive positive outcomes. Never one to shy away from a trial, Eleanor is willing to do whatever it takes to get the outcome you deserve.

In addition to her extensive legal experience and capabilities, Eleanor excels at connecting with people, embracing diverse perspectives, and being a fearless advocate for her clients.

She is admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana and the U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.

Eleanor resides in Marion County and is a proud mom of three children. She finds tremendous joy in supporting them in their academic and athletic pursuits. Eleanor has a long-standing commitment to community engagement. She has contributed to various civic leadership projects, including service as Board Member for a residential housing complex and former President of a Federal Credit Union for a faith-based community.

Attorney Dallin Lykins

Dallin is a Spanish-speaking immigration attorney with 15 years of experience handling a wide range of cases. A Super Lawyer and active AILA member, he frequently speaks on immigration issues and has appeared before multiple federal agencies. He lives in Indianapolis with his wife and six children.

Dallin has been practicing immigration law for 15 years. He handles all types of immigration matters for individuals, families, churches, and other clients. He has worked on family petitions, affirmative and defensive Asylum cases, applications for Cancellation of Removal, Special Immigrant Juvenile petitions, U Visa and VAWA petitions, DACA, Adjustment of Status, Work Permits, TPS, Military Parole-in-Place, Consular Applications, Waivers, and other immigration matters. He has appeared before the U.S. Department of Justice, the Board of Immigration Appeals, the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. He is fluent in Spanish.

Dallin has presented on immigration issues at state and national conferences, published articles on a variety of immigration topics, been interviewed on television and radio regarding immigration updates, and been a featured speaker on multiple occasions. He is the past chair of the Latino Affairs Committee of the Indiana Bar Association and currently serves as the Secretary to the Indiana Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). He has been recognized as a Super Lawyer, and he has been a member of AILA for 15 years. He is also a member of the Indiana State and Indianapolis Bar Associations.

Dallin graduated cum laude from the Maurer School of Law in Bloomington in 2010 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, UT in 2006. Before practicing law, Dallin worked as a Communications Specialist and a speechwriter in Washington, D.C. He also served as a full-time, volunteer, missionary for his church in Costa Rica from 2000-2002. Dallin grew up on a farm in south central Indiana, and he now lives in Indianapolis with his wife and their six children.