Atty. Donald E. "Don" Williams

Atty. Donald E. "Don" Williams

Don Williams is a partner in the Indianapolis, Indiana office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP and is the Co-Chairman and Administrator of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Mr.

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About Donald E. "Don" Williams at a glance

Donald E. "Don" Williams is a real estate attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Admitted to practice in Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association. Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1991) and Indiana University Bloomington (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial (2026). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Don Williams is a partner in the Indianapolis, Indiana office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP and is the Co-Chairman and Administrator of the firm’s Real Estate Department
  • Mr. Williams concentrates his practice in commercial real estate transactions
  • His practice focuses on the representation of developers, contractors, lenders, landlords, tenants and property owners in the acquisition, disposition and leasing of commercial, industrial and multifamily properties as well as the development of unimproved real estate for commercial, industrial and multifamily purposes
  • Mr. Williams also represents both lenders and borrowers in the negotiation and documentation of construction and permanent loans and has significant experience in complex utility condemnations

Practice Areas Explained

Donald E. "Don" Williams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald E. "Don" Williams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 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 Donald E. "Don" Williams

Where is Donald E. "Don" Williams's law office located?
Donald E. "Don" Williams's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald E. "Don" Williams handle?
Donald E. "Don" Williams focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
Where did Donald E. "Don" Williams go to law school?
Donald E. "Don" Williams earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Donald E. "Don" Williams for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Donald E. "Don" Williams received?
Donald E. "Don" Williams's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Landlord Tenant; Best Lawyers in America — Condominiums.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1991
B.S.
Indiana University Bloomington
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Landlord Tenant
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Condominiums
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Development
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Property Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Residential
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transactions
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Indianapolis)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association

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