Owen County Personal Injury Lawyers

Born and raised in central Indiana, John Hensley has always possessed an overwhelming desire to protect the rights of his fellow Hoosiers. Since 1998, he has devoted his practice to assisting those who have been wrongfully injured. John has built Hensley Legal Group into a law firm based in downtown Indianapolis that works hard toward achieving the best results possible for its clients. Known mainly for his compassion for others, John also possesses a common-sense and efficient approach to the practice of law. He continues to bring experience and integrity to his work.

Jason was born in Lafayette, Indiana, but grew up in Brownsburg. Jason started college at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana and eventually transferred and graduated from Loyola University New Orleans.

After working as a partner at a personal firm of for nearly 13 years, Jason decided to start his own firm. Mr. Shartzer currently sits on the Brebeuf Alumni Board of Directors, as well as the Board of Directors for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.

His accolades include an AV-rating (the highest rating an attorney can earn) from Martindale-Hubbell. He was also named in the “Top 40 Litigation Lawyers Under...

Chris Eskew is a criminal defense lawyer based in Indianapolis, with extensive experience handling both felony and misdemeanor cases. The team of criminal defense attorneys at Eskew Law handle a broad range of criminal cases.

Attorney Sarah Brinkley put herself through college and law school. She began working in a corporate law firm in 2011 and finished college with honors. Like many of the clients she represents, real life experience has taught her how to persevere when faced with a challenge. It is now her mission to advocate with diligence, professionalism, and, most importantly, compassion. At Brinkley Law, we work for you. Clients come first, and Attorney Brinkley values the importance of keeping clients involved and informed every step of the way. Settling for less than what is deserved has never been an option for Attorney...

Attorney Michael C. “Mick” Peek is licensed to practice in Indiana and Florida with offices in Indianapolis, Indiana and St. Petersburg, Florida. He specializes in handling personal injury cases as well as wills, estates, estate planning and trusts. Additionally, he handles all other matters encompassing real estate and real estate development and zoning. He helps clients with business sales and acquisitions, and contract matters.

Mr. Young Graduated from Indiana University Law in 1988. He is a partner with Young and Young. He has tried over 45 jury trials, over a hundred bench trials and over 500 social security hearings. Mr. Young has also participated in over 45 appeals.
Mr. Young is a former Chair of the Board of Directors of the Brain Injury Association of Indiana. He is a Past President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
Mr. Young is rated AV by Martindale Hubble. He is a Super Lawyer. Mr. Young is Board Certified in Trial...

Lee Christie is the Managing Partner at Christie Farrell Lee & Bell. The Indianapolis based law firm has been fighting for injured people for over forty years.

Alex is an Indiana Personal Injury Lawyer at The Law Office of William W. Hurst, LLC. After growing up in Florida Alex came to Indiana for college where he played football at Hanover University. Upon graduation Alex went back to Florida and worked as a Social Worker for one year before deciding to go to law school. During law school Alex was a law clerk for Bill Hurst. He graduated from Indiana University, Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2007 and began his career as a trial attorney with the Marion County Public Defender Agency. Alex has conducted hundreds...

Ashley D. Marks has been with Hankey Law Office since 2009. She began her legal career while attending Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis as a law clerk. After earning her Juris Doctor degree in 2011, she became an Associate Attorney with the firm. Ashley also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Philosophy from Indiana University - Indianapolis. Her practice areas include Social Security Disability, Personal Injury and Employment Law. Outside of her duties at Hankey Law Office, she is affiliated with the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, the Indiana State Bar Association...

I have served in the military for over 25 years, working alongside many great people; In my law practice I strive to work alongside my clients in resolving the issues they may face. I stand ready to litigate for my clients, work as a moderator if needed, and giving them someone they can trust.

John F. Townsend, III has exclusively represented individuals involved in accidents and the families of people killed due to the negligence of other people or corporations since 1996. John has taken numerous cases through jury trials and appeals. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover money on your behalf either through settlement or trial. Townsend & Townsend, LLP was founded in 1941 by John F. Townsend, Sr. and Earl C. Townsend, Jr.. Since then, three generations of Townsend attorneys have represented thousands of people in personal injury and wrongful death cases.

I am a former Federal Prosecutor, State Prosecutor, and Chief Deputy Prosecutor.
I have had extensive jury trial experience with all levels of criminal cases, from speeding to murder, both as a prosecutor and defense attorney.
I have successfully litigated civil cases regarding contracts, personal injury and products liability.
I am semi retired and limit my practice to cases that are of interest to me.
I do not keep regular office hours. If you want my assistance on your case, call and we can talk. If I think I can help you we can make an appointment.

Kaitlin Coons holds a B.A. with triple majors in Psychology, Communications, and Telecommunications from Indiana University and a J.D. from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. In law school, she served as the Assistant Chief Justice for her school’s moot court tournament and a tutor for the Dean’s Tutorial Society in Civil Procedure. She has experience in a wide variety of practice areas including: subrogation, criminal law, intellectual property, business law, and litigation. Kaitlin is licensed to practice in Indiana.

Matthew R. Effner (Matt) is the managing partner of Effner Law Firm. In 1996, Matt joined his father, Robert O. Effner, in the practice of law as an associate with Effner Law Firm and became a partner in 2000. He took over as managing partner in 2013. Matt is skilled at building strong cases and is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is experienced at handling issues both in and out of the courtroom. He is a former president of the Terre Haute Bar Association, and he received the Tribune Star Readers’ Choice Award for Best Lawyer in...

Caroline Clay was born and raised in Somerset, Kentucky. She holds a J.D. degree from the University of Brandeis School of Law. Caroline is licensed to practice in KY and IN.

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.

Randy Sevenish is an Indiana personal injury lawyer who has devoted his practice to defending the rights of accident victims throughout the state of Indiana, whether involved in auto, truck or motorcycle cases. A former police Captain, Randy has devoted his life's work to defending citizens and holding those who cause injuries through negligence and insurance companies who try to deny rightful compensation accountable for their actions.

Attorney Marc Sedwick only handles serious injury, wrongful death, and medical negligence cases. He has been handling these cases for over 18 years. Mr. Sedwick has membership with several well-known organizations, including the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Directors since 2005), American Association for Justice, and The National Trial Lawyers Association. In addition, he has been named a Super Lawyer® for 2020 and 2021 and is licensed to practice law in both Indiana and Kentucky. Ms. Sedwick has numerous jury trial verdicts and recovered millions of dollars for his clients. He has the dedication...

After graduating from Indiana University School of Nursing—Indianapolis in 1997, Kelly began her professional career working as a registered nurse for Wishard Health Services. Kelly has nursing experience in several areas including pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology and home health care. Kelly worked as a registered nurse for more than seven years before going back to school and earning her J.D. from Indiana University - Indianapolis in 2005. Kelly’s experience as a registered nurse and previous legal experience representing doctors, nurses, hospitals and other health care providers has given her a unique perspective on how law relates to the practice of medicine and...

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...

John has a B.A. in Spanish and Communications from the University of Louisville and worked as an editor for a decade before returning to school and earning his J.D. from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. He is a member of Kentucky Bar Association and the Kentucky Justice Association.

Jim Keller joined Keller & Keller in 1989. Since then he has represented clients who suffered traumatic injuries resulting from a variety of accidents, including those involving car, truck, and motorcycle crashes. Jim has also handled several wrongful death claims for families throughout Indiana. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Indiana University, Mr. Keller then obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Thomas M.Cooley Law School in the state of Michigan. He is honored to bear the title of Super Lawyer, as well as being a current member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, and...

Norman was born in Indianapolis, Indiana where he attended Crooked Creek Elementary School and Westlane Junior High. Norman and his family moved to Nashville, Tennessee when he was 12 years of age. While in Nashville Norman attended Whites Creek High School where he was inducted into the National Honor Society. Throughout his entire high school career he participated in track and field. During freshmen tryouts, he ran a 4.39 second forty yard dash and a 9.6 second one hundred yard dash when qualifying for the team. His events included the 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 400 meter...

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...