Atty. Bette Jean Dodd

Atty. Bette Jean Dodd

Bette Jean Dodd is a lawyer practicing energy and utility law, municipal law, municipal finance and 5 other areas of law. Bette received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Bette Jean Dodd at a glance

Bette Jean Dodd is a Member based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Lewis & Kappes, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1983), the U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1990), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1983) and Indiana University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State (Chair, Utility Law Section, 2004-2005) and American Bar Associations Indiana Municipal Lawyers Association National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bette Jean Dodd is a lawyer practicing energy and utility law, municipal law, municipal finance and 5 other areas of law
  • Bette received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Bette practices at Lewis & Kappes, P.C. in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Bette Jean Dodd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bette Jean Dodd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Bette Jean Dodd is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Indiana →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Bette Jean Dodd is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Indiana →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Bette Jean Dodd is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Indiana →

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 Indianapolis 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bette Jean Dodd

Where is Bette Jean Dodd's law office located?
Bette Jean Dodd's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Lewis & Kappes, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bette Jean Dodd handle?
Bette Jean Dodd focuses on litigation, government, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Bette Jean Dodd practiced law?
Bette Jean Dodd has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Bette Jean Dodd go to law school?
Bette Jean Dodd earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Bette Jean Dodd for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bette Jean Dodd received?
Bette Jean Dodd's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1983
B.A.
Indiana University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1983
the U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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