Atty. Barry L. Loftus
For Barry, working as an integral part of the American justice system is a way to improve society. He strives to make a difference whether it’s serving high-profile firm clients or people seeking legal assistance through the District IV Pro Bono Corp or Legal Aid Corporation of Tippecanoe County—organizations that have benefited from Barry’s leadership.
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Barry L. Loftus is a business and litigation attorney based in Lafayette, Indiana, practicing at Stuart & Branigin LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1998). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Maryland (BA, 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Carmel) (2025). Serands clients in Lafayette, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- For Barry, working as an integral part of the American justice system is a way to improve society
- He strives to make a difference whether it’s serving high-profile firm clients or people seeking legal assistance through the District IV Pro Bono Corp or Legal Aid Corporation of Tippecanoe County—organizations that have benefited from Barry’s leadership
- In life and the pursuit of justice, Barry believes in getting to the heart of the matter and seeking resolution as soon as possible
- He has successfully tried cases to verdict as a first-chair lawyer
- He has prevailed on summary judgment in state and federal courts numerous times, and, in addition to his home state of Indiana, Barry has appeared in cases in California, Illinois, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Tennessee
- Barry was a print journalist for 11 years before pursuing his career in law and says, “Working on a 24/7 news cycle and interacting with people at all levels of society—from governors and star athletes to the downtrodden—gave me a unique perspective on the world.” Business owners, insurance adjusters, and in-house claims or risk managers find the professional representation they need in Barry Loftus
- He represents railroads in toxic exposure matters, serves the legal needs of Purdue University in the areas of tort law and constitutional law, maintains a general trial practice and counsels clients in estate planning and administration
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barry L. Loftus handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lafayette are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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