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Since 1968, CohenMalad, LLP has been a fierce advocate for individuals and families in Indiana and across the nation. Our attorneys are known for their relentless pursuit of justice and their dedication to clients facing life’s most challenging situations.
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- Animal Bites
- Birth Injury
- Brain Injury
- Business & Commercial
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- Child Support
- Class Actions
- Contracts
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Family Law
- Litigation & Appeals
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- Medical Malpractice
- Personal Injury
- Premises Liability
- Products Liability
- Professional Malpractice
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- Sexual Abuse
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death
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Attorney David J. Cutshaw
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1982
- U.S. Federal Courts, 1982
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1982
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1982
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 1985
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1982
- J.D.
- University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1978
- B.A.
- Major: English
- Major: Political Science
Attorney Scott D. Gilchrist
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1992
- Colorado, 1996
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1992
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1992
Education:
- Indiana University at Bloomington School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 1992
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Law Journal: Indiana Law Journal, 1990 - 1992
- Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, 1989
- B.A.
- Major: Journalism
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Bar Association, Litigation Section
- Association of Trial lawyers of America
- Indiana Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Attorney Jeffrey A. Hammond
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2004
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2004
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2004
- Illinois, 1999
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, 1999
Education:
- Indiana University at Bloomington School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 1999
- J.D.
- Purdue University, 1995
- B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Bar Association
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Indianapolis American Inn of Court (Barrister Member)
- American Association for Justice (Member)
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (Sustaining Member)
Attorney Gabriel A. Hawkins
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2002
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2005
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 2006
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 2002
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- University of Southern Illinois, 1998
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
- University of Illinois, 1999
- M.A.
Attorney Gregory L. Laker
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1984
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1984
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1984
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1984
- J.D.
- Law Review: Indiana Law Review, Associate Editor, 1983 - 1984
- Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1981
- B.S.
- Major: Business Management
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Trial Lawyers Association
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Attorney Irwin B. Levin
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1978
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1978
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 1978
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1978
- J.D.
- Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1974
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Israel Bonds, 1996 - 1998 (Indianapolis Chairman)
- Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis, 1996 - 2000 (Board Member)
Languages Spoken:
- Hebrew
Attorney Vess A. Miller
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2006
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2006
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2006
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 2006
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Law Journal: Indiana Law Journal, Articles Editor
- Indiana University, 2003
- B.S.
- Major: Computer Science
Attorney Edward B. Mulligan
Education:
- Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 2010
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Law Journal: Volume 62 of the Federal Communications Law Journal, Executive Editor
- Dickinson College, 2004
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: Economics
Attorney Richard E. Shevitz
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1985
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 1987
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1985
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1985
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1988
Education:
- The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law, Columbus, Ohio, 1985
- J.D.
- Law Journal: The Ohio State University Journal on Dispute Resolution, Managing Editor
- Indiana University, Bloomington, 1982
- B.A.
- Honors: With Honors
- Major: English Literature
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Attorney Trial Lawyers Association
Attorney Lynn A. Toops
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2006
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2006
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2006
Education:
- Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law, Chicago, Illinois
- BS
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Law Review: Indiana International & Comparative Law Review, Student Note Editor
- Illinois State Univeristy, 2003
- B.S.
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Major: Entrepreneurship Small Business Management
Attorney Brian K. Zoeller
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1996
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1996
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1996
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1996
- J.D.
- University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, 1992
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
- Honors: With Distinction
- Major: History
- University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, 1992
- B.S.
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Johnson County Bar Association (Treasurer/Secretary)
- Indianapolis Bar Association (Member)
- Indiana State Bar Association (Member)
Attorney Ian R. Bensberg
Education:
- Indiana University Maurer School of Law, 2016
- J.D.,
- M.A., University of Chicago, 2010
- B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2008
- Deep Springs College, 2003-2005
Attorney Lisa M. La Fornara
Education:
- J.D., cum laude, Indiana University Maurer School of Law
- Managing Editor, Indiana Journal of Global Legal Studies
- Oral Advocacy Honors Recipient, Sherman Minton Moot Court Competition
- Quarter-Finalist, Williams Institute Moot Court Competition
- Inductee, National Order of Barristers
- B.A., summa cum laude, Canisius College – Political Science, History
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Member
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Member
- D.C. Bar Association
- Member
Attorney Molly K. McMath
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, 2024
- J.D.,
- Indiana University, 2018
- B.S.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Child Advocacy Law Clinic Member, CASA & GAL
- International Commercial Arbitration Moot Court Team
Attorney Brett B. Thomas
Education:
- J.D., Southern Illinois University School of Law, 2015
- B.A., Sports Management, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, 2010
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Foundation
- Marion County Bar Association
- Legal Netlink Alliance Sagamore American Inn of Court
- Friends of Riley
Attorney Emily D. Herrin
Education:
- J.D., Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
- Pro Bono Certificate
- B.A., Political Science, University of Kentucky
- Cum Laude
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Indiana State Bar Association
Attorney Natalie A. Lyons
Education:
- Executive Articles Editor, Golden Gate University Law Review
- Dean’s Scholarship
- M.M., Northwestern University, Vocal Performance, 2003
- B.A., Indiana University, 1998
- Member of the Singing Hoosiers
- Performing Arts Director, Indiana Memorial Union Board
Attorney Justin C. Kuhn
Education:
- J.D., Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law – Cum Laude
- B.A., Indiana University – Political Science – Cum Laude
- Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Star , Thomson Reuters, 2019-2026
- 2023 Trial Lawyer of the Year Nominee , Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
- Member
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Member
- Phi Delta Phi
- Member
Attorney Michael W. McBride
Education:
- J.D., Indiana University Maurer School of Law, 2008
- B.S. in Business, Miami University, 2005
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Foundation
- Monroe County Bar Association
Attorney Amina A. Thomas
Education:
- J.D., Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, 2016
- B.A., International Studies, Ohio State University, 2011
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Sagamore American Inn of Court
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
- Friends of Riley
- Center for At-Risk Elders
Attorney Kyla L. Thomas
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2022
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2025
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2025
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2022
- J.D.
- Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana, 2015
- B.S.A.
- Major: Legal Studies
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Marion County Bar Association
Attorney Leslie D. Wine
Education:
- J.D., University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
- B.A., University of Missouri-Columbia
- Communication and English
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Attorney Keith Michaels
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2021
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2019
- J.D.
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Honors: Research Assistant for Prof. Carlton Waterhouse
- Honors: Member of Dean’s Tutoring Society – Legal Writing Tutor
- Johnson & Wales University, Providence, Rhode Island, 2003
- B.S., Bachelor of Science
- Honors: With Honors
- Honors: Senior Teaching Assistant, Johnson & Wales University Radisson Airport
- Major: Hospitality Sales Management
Attorney Jack O. Pitchford
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2025
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2025
- Honors: Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society
- Butler University, 2022
- Major: Political Science
- Minor: Spanish
Attorney Sarah E. Potter
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2025
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2025
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2025
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2024
- J.D.
- Honors: Student Bar Association, 2024-2025 Vice President, Evening Division
- Honors: Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society, Willkie Inn 2023-2024 Clerk
- Honors: Dean's Tutorial Society
- Purdue University, 2018
- B.A., Political Science and International Relations
- Minor: Spanish, Communications
Attorney Taylor E. Cody
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2024
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2025
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2025
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2023
- J.D.
- IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health
- Master of Public Health
- Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, 2018
- B.A.
- Major: Corporate Communications & Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Marion County Bar Association
- Corresponding Secretary, 2026
- National Bar Association
Attorney Laurel R.K. Gilchrist
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado, 1996
- Indiana, 1992
Education:
- Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana
- J.D.
- Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
- B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Association for Justice (AAJ)
- Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA)
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA)
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Attorney George W. Hopper
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1982
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1982
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1982
- U.S. Federal Courts, 1982
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1994
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 1984
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit, 1988
Education:
- Vanderbilt University Law School, Nashville, Tennessee, 1982
- Doctor of Jurisprudence
- Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, 1979
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts
- Honors: magna cum laude
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Bar Association in Business Law Section, 1982 - 1990 (Former Member)
- Indiana State Bar Association in Bankruptcy Law Section, 1982 - 1990 (Former Member)
- Indianapolis Bar Association in Commercial and Bankruptcy Law Section, 1982 - 1990 (Past Chairman)
- American Bankruptcy Institute (Member)
- Indiana Association for Corporate Renewal (Member)
- Indianapolis Bar Foundation Distinguished Fellow (Member)
- Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Central Indiana (Former Board President)
Attorney Laura C. Jeffs
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1990
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1990
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1990
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1990
- J.D.
- Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, U.S.A., 1987
- B.A.
- Major: Criminal Justice
- Major: Psychology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Languages Spoken:
- English
Attorney Jackson A. Lindquist
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2023
Education:
- University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law, Concord, New Hampshire, 2023
- Law Review: UNH Senior Editor
- University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 2020
- B.S. in Psychology and Certificate in Legal Studies
- Honors: magna cum laude
Attorney Nicholas J. Bognanno
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2019
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, 2016
- Major: B.A., Arabic Language
- Major: B.S., Environmental Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
Attorney Daniel S. Chamberlain
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 1992
- North Carolina, 1998
- Arizona, 2013
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1992
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1992
- U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, pro hac vice
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court Western District of Tennessee
- U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, pro hac vice
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, pro hac vice
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1992
- J.D.
- Honors: Gruenewald Scholarship Recipient
- Honors: Moot Court Society
- Law Review: Indiana International Law Review, Note Editor, 1990 - 1992
- Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, 1989
- B.S.
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: Legal Administration
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Association for Justice (AAJ) (National College of Advocacy)
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Diplomatic Status achieved at Harvard University Law School
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Resort Torts Litigation Section (Board Member)
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Motor Vehicle, Premises Liability and Highway Section, 1992
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Leaders Forum
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Exchange Advisory Committee
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group
- American Association for Justice (AAJ), Interstate Trucking Litigation Group
- American Bar Association (ABA) (Litigation, Products Liability and Medical Malpractice Sections)
- American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), 2011 (Member)
- American College of Board Certified Attorneys
- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) (F13 and F15 Committee Member)
- Brain Injury Association of America (Past President)
- Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA), 1995 (House of Delegates)
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), 2013 (Executive Committee- Treasurer)
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), Secretary, 2014
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), President, 2016
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), Immediate Past President, 2017
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), Board of Directors
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), Co-Chair Legislation Committee, 2003 - 2010
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), College of Fellows
- Indianapolis Bar Association, 2006 - 2008 (Board of Managers)
- Indianapolis Bar Association, Chair Litigation Section, 2004
- Indianapolis Bar Association, Distinguished Fellow
- Melvin M. Belli Society (Life Member)
- National Crime Victim Bar Association (Advisory Board Member)
- North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ), 2010 (Sustaining Member)
- Public Justice, 2018 (Member)
- Academy of Catastrophic Injury Attorneys, 2005 (Member)
- Multi Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 2001 (Member)
- Sagamoore Inns of Court, 1998 (Member)
- Brain Injury Association of Indiana, 1995 (Executive Committee)
Attorney Julie M. Andrews
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2002
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2002
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2002
Education:
- Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2002
- J.D.
- Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, 1990
- B.S.
- Major: Elementary Education
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indiana State Bar Association, 2002 - Present (Member)
- Indianapolis Bar Association, Family Law Section (Executive Committee Member)
- Johnson County Bar Association, 2002 - Present (Member)
- Indianapolis Bar Association, 2002 - Present (Member)
- Boone County Bar Association, 2002 - Present (Member)
- Sagamore Inn of Courts (Former Member)
Attorney Ian C. Ansel
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2023
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2023
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2023
Education:
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2023
- J.D.
- Honors: Full-Tuition Scholarship, Dean's List and Honor Society
- Mercyhurst University, 2014
- B.A.
- Major: Political Science and International Relations
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA)
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