Business Law and Litigation in Indiana
Jim handles a wide variety of matters for business clients. This includes the formation of legal entities such as corporations and limited liability companies. Jim also prepares business entity reports, minutes, and other documents for business entities. Jim frequently consults with individuals interested in forming business to discuss advantages of establishing legal entities.

Jim also handles a wide variety of legal needs for his business clients. This includes contract negotiations, contract drafting, litigation, collections, mechanic liens, arbitration, dispute resolution, employment relations, trade secret litigation, non-compete agreements, and other business related matters.

Jim also handles construction litigation, representing general contractors, subcontractors, owners and owner representatives in all phases of construction related law.

Individuals and General Civil Practice
Jim handles a wide variety of matters for his clients. In his Estate Planning practice, Jim prepares wills and trusts for his clients, including associated documents such as a power of attorney, health care representative, and living wills. Jim also consults with clients on such topics as Medicaid planning, retirement, estate taxes, and other related issues. Jim also practices probate law for his clients.

Family Law is another practice area for Jim. He represents clients in dissolution proceedings and associated litigation concerning custody, visitation, and support issues. He also can serve legal needs for those seeking an adoption, name change, guardianship, or other family law issues.

Jim represents clients in personal injury litigation and other tort litigation. This includes malpractice litigation, negligence law, property damage and other similar matters.

Litigation and Appellate Practice
Jim has over 20 years of experience in litigation, representing clients in state and federal courts in Indiana and several other states. He also serves as co-counsel or local counsel for clients seeking an experienced and seasoned litigator to assist counsel in cases.

Jim also handles appeals for clients. This includes preparation of appeals and oral arguments before the Indiana Court of Appeals and Indiana Supreme Court.