Atty. James Johnston Bell

Atty. James Johnston Bell

Selected for inclusion in the Indiana Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list, 2009 - 2013. Selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® in the field of Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, 2013.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (463) 303-5827 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Johnston Bell at a glance

James Johnston Bell is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Dentons Bingham Greenebaum. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, elder law, and health care. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1999). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and DePauw University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Selected for inclusion in the Indiana Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list, 2009 - 2013
  • Selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® in the field of Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, 2013
  • Nod to Professionalism Award, Indianapolis Bar Association, 2009
  • President's Award for Service to the Association, Indianapolis Bar Association, 2006

Practice Areas Explained

James Johnston Bell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Johnston Bell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James Johnston Bell is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Indiana →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

James Johnston Bell is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 James Johnston Bell

Where is James Johnston Bell's law office located?
James Johnston Bell's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Dentons Bingham Greenebaum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Johnston Bell handle?
James Johnston Bell focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, elder law, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Johnston Bell practiced law?
James Johnston Bell has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did James Johnston Bell go to law school?
James Johnston Bell earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact James Johnston Bell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1999

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