Atty. Kent E. Agness

Atty. Kent E. Agness

Kent E. Agness is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking & financial services, business start-ups & emerging businesses and 3 other areas of law.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (513) 823-9790

Profile Summary

About Kent E. Agness at a glance

Kent E. Agness is an Of Counsel based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1975) and Indiana University - Bloomington (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kent E. Agness is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking & financial services, business start-ups & emerging businesses and 3 other areas of law
  • Kent received a B.A. degree from Indiana University - Bloomington in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Kent practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Kent E. Agness's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kent E. Agness handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Kent E. Agness is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kent E. Agness

Where is Kent E. Agness's law office located?
Kent E. Agness's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kent E. Agness handle?
Kent E. Agness focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Kent E. Agness practiced law?
Kent E. Agness has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Kent E. Agness go to law school?
Kent E. Agness earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Kent E. Agness for a consultation?
You can contact Kent E. Agness 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 Kent E. Agness received?
Kent E. Agness's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1975
B.A.
Indiana University - Bloomington
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

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