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Litigators have represented businesses in controversies in all 50 states and before most of the US federal courts, as well as before various international and multijurisdictional tribunals. The firm has key practices in white collar criminal defense, insurance recovery, construction, compliance, drug and medical device litigation, and product liability, among others.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Indiana
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What the team is known for

Barnes & Thornburg has a prominent commercial litigation department with an impressive bench of trial lawyers whose experience spans state and federal courts. It maintains a strong reputation for its work in complex multiparty and class action disputes and arbitrations. The firm is experienced in defending white-collar crime cases. It acts for a broad client base including several manufacturing and commercial clients in regional, national and international litigation.

Work Highlights

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  • Barnes & Thornburg acted for 3C in a commercial dispute involving claims of breach of contract arising out of an exclusive distribution agreement for the sale of Delta 8 products.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew J Detherage
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Eminent Practitioners

Andrew Detherage has a national trial practice, handling insurance and toxic tort matters, among others.

"Andrew is a wonderful and well-regarded lawyer."

John Maley
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John Maley
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John Maley has a market-leading litigation practice that includes advising on the most complex of commercial disputes.

"John has an outstanding reputation as a skillful commercial and business litigator."

"He's an extremely talented lawyer and a great manager of other lawyers."

Neal Brackett
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Neal Brackett
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Neal Brackett has a wealth of experience in complex white-collar crime matters. He is adept at assisting clients with governmental and internal investigations, as well as money laundering and antitrust cases, among others.

"Neal is a sharp, intelligent lawyer. He understands his clients' issues quickly and knows how to cut to the heart of the matter."

"He has a reputation as a tireless and formidable courtroom litigator."

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Joshua Minkler
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Joshua Minkler is a well-reputed attorney advising clients on a wide variety of white-collar criminal law matters and government investigations. He regularly handles internal and DOJ investigations.

"Josh is adept at managing complex matters and has a strong network."

"Josh is a very experienced federal white-collar practitioner. He brings useful strategic insights to his cases."

Kathleen Matsoukas
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Kathleen Matsoukas
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Kathleen Matsoukas is cochair of the firm's white-collar, compliance and investigations practice group. She counsels clients in connection with internal investigations in addition to DOJ and other government investigations.

"She is good at forging relationships and will do everything to protect clients."

"Kathleen is a great investigator."

"Kathleen is a very good strategist and legal writer."

Mark Crandley
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Mark Crandley
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Mark Crandleyis recognized as a highly prominent lawyer in the appellate field. His clients include government entities and businesses across the country.

"He's a good strategic partner."

Peter J Rusthoven
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Peter J Rusthoven
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Peter Rusthoven is a leading appellate lawyer in the Indiana market. His clients include high-profile financial services companies and manufacturing entities.

Joe Eaton
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Joe Eaton
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Joe Eaton cochairs the firm's toxic tort group and is recognized for his skills in product liability claims. He acts for clients in personal injury and property damage matters related to toxic products, as well as defending manufacturers in toxic tort and chemical product liability claims.

Joseph Wendt
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Joseph Wendt
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Joseph Wendt works on a range of commercial disputes within the real estate, construction, manufacturing and utilities sectors.

"Joseph is responsive and quick to cut to the heart of issues."

Ranked Lawyers at
Barnes & Thornburg LLP

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Indiana

Litigation: Appellate

Mark Crandley
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Mark Crandley
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Band 2
Peter J Rusthoven
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Peter J Rusthoven
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Litigation: General Commercial

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Andrew J Detherage
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Eminent Practitioners
John Maley
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John Maley
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Joe Eaton
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Joe Eaton
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Joseph Wendt
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Joseph Wendt
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Band 3
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Neal Brackett
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Neal Brackett
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Joshua Minkler
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Band 2
Kathleen Matsoukas
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Kathleen Matsoukas
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