Atty. Eric Schmadeke
Eric Schmadeke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Eric, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2022.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN
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About Eric Schmadeke at a Glance
Eric Schmadeke is a trusts, business, and litigation attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Densborn Blachly LLP. Educated at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law (J.D., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Schmadeke
- Eric Schmadeke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Eric, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2022
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Schmadeke's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Schmadeke handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Trusts in Indianapolis
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Business & Corporate Law in Indianapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Indianapolis
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Indianapolis
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 venue, 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.
Indianapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Indianapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Indianapolis Choose Eric Schmadeke
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Schmadeke's practice in the field of trusts, business, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, business, and litigation, Eric Schmadeke can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Indianapolis
A Indianapolis-based practice means Eric Schmadeke attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric Schmadeke Handles in Indianapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Schmadeke has experience with under Indiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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