Atty. Stephen Andrew Burns

Atty. Stephen Andrew Burns

Stephen Andrew Burns is a lawyer practicing corporate counsel, intellectual property, litigation. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Andrew Burns at a glance

Stephen Andrew Burns is a Member based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Cox, Sargeant & Burns, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1995). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis (J.D., 1995) and Duke University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Andrew Burns is a lawyer practicing corporate counsel, intellectual property, litigation
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Stephen practices at Cox, Sargeant & Burns, P.C. in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Andrew Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Andrew Burns 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.

Stephen Andrew Burns is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Stephen Andrew Burns is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

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

Stephen Andrew Burns 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 Stephen Andrew Burns

Where is Stephen Andrew Burns's law office located?
Stephen Andrew Burns's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Cox, Sargeant & Burns, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Andrew Burns handle?
Stephen Andrew Burns focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Stephen Andrew Burns practiced law?
Stephen Andrew Burns has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Stephen Andrew Burns go to law school?
Stephen Andrew Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Stephen Andrew Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Andrew Burns 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 Stephen Andrew Burns received?
Stephen Andrew Burns's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
- 1995
B.A.
Duke University
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1995

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