Atty. John McLaughlin
Since joining Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP, John McLaughlin has dedicated his practice to representing personal injury victims. He focuses primarily on serious injury and wrongful death cases involving automobile and trucking accidents, while also handling matters across the firm’s broader personal injury practice, including medical malpractice.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Attorney · Serving Lebanon, IN
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About John McLaughlin at a Glance
John McLaughlin is a personal injury attorney based in Lebanon, Indiana, practicing at Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP. Educated at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (B.S. in Agribusiness, 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Lebanon, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John McLaughlin
- Since joining Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP, John McLaughlin has dedicated his practice to representing personal injury victims
- He focuses primarily on serious injury and wrongful death cases involving automobile and trucking accidents, while also handling matters across the firm’s broader personal injury practice, including medical malpractice
- John has successfully secured numerous favorable settlements and jury verdicts for his clients, including multiple seven-figure recoveries since 2018 where he served as lead counsel
- He was also part of the legal team that helped obtain compensation for victims of the 2011 Indiana State Fair Sugarland stage collapse
- Recognized for his commitment and success in personal injury litigation, John has earned numerous honors
- He was named an Indiana Super Lawyer in 2024 and 2025, following ten consecutive years (2013–2023) of recognition as a Rising Star
- He was also named to Best Lawyers in 2023
- From 2014 to 2024, John was selected as a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Indiana, and from 2016 to 2023, he was named to the organization’s Top 40 Under 40 list
- John is actively involved in the legal community
- He currently serves on the Executive Committee as Secretary for the Indianapolis Legal Aid Society Board of Directors and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
- He is a frequent speaker at legal education seminars and has presented for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, National Business Institute, Indiana State Bar Association, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum, and various local bar associations
- John graduated magna cum laude from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2009
- He is admitted to practice in the State of Indiana and in the U.S
- District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
- Originally from a grain and livestock farm in LeRoy, Illinois, John now lives with his family in Zionsville, Indiana
Practice Areas Explained
John McLaughlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John McLaughlin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lebanon.
Personal Injury in Lebanon
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lebanon
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 Lebanon 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.
Lebanon Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lebanon-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 Lebanon Choose John McLaughlin
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 John McLaughlin's practice in the field of personal injury.
Focused Personal Injury Practice
Concentrating on personal injury means John McLaughlin's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Lebanon
A Lebanon-based practice means John McLaughlin 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 John McLaughlin Handles in Lebanon
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