Atty. James Collins
James Collins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. James, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2025.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN
Profile Summary
About James Collins at a Glance
James Collins is a business, m&a, and securities attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 2020). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026). Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from James Collins in Indianapolis
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About James Collins
- James Collins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law
- James, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2025
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
James Collins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Collins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Business & Corporate Law in Indianapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Collins is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Indianapolis
James Collins is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Indiana →
Securities Law in Indianapolis
James Collins is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Indiana →
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.
Looking for additional Indiana attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Indianapolis or all attorneys in Indiana.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About James Collins
Where is James Collins's law office located?
What practice areas does James Collins handle?
Where did James Collins go to law school?
How can I contact James Collins for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has James Collins received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Indianapolis Choose James Collins
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 James Collins's practice in the field of business, m&a, and securities.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, James Collins 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 James Collins 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 James Collins Handles in Indianapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Collins 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Collins directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find James Collins Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Indianapolis commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like James Collins.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with James Collins directly.
James Collins's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Client Reviews & Ratings — James Collins
No reviews yet.