Atty. John L. Mercer

Atty. John L. Mercer

John L. Mercer is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, general practice and 2 other areas of law.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 67 yrs experience 67 year
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Profile Summary

About John L. Mercer at a glance

John L. Mercer is a Member based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Mercer Belanger, P.C.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1959). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1959) and Butler University (B.S., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indianapolis and Indiana State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John L. Mercer is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Butler University in 1954, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • John practices at Mercer Belanger, P.C. in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Mercer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John L. Mercer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John L. Mercer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John L. Mercer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

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

John L. Mercer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

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

John L. Mercer is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 John L. Mercer

Where is John L. Mercer's law office located?
John L. Mercer's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Mercer Belanger, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Mercer handle?
John L. Mercer focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has John L. Mercer practiced law?
John L. Mercer has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did John L. Mercer go to law school?
John L. Mercer earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.S., 1954).
How can I contact John L. Mercer for a consultation?
You can contact John L. Mercer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John L. Mercer received?
John L. Mercer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1959
B.S.
Butler University
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1959

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