Atty. Steve Carlock

Atty. Steve Carlock

Steve Carlock is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law. Steve received a degree from Dallas Theological Seminary-Dallas, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Estate and Gift Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Carmel, IN · 45+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Steve Carlock at a Glance

Steve Carlock is a Member based in Carmel, Indiana, practicing at Steve Carlock. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1981). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis (J.D., 1981) and Dallas Theological Seminary-Dallas 1987-1988 Foreign Study University of Kent-Canterbury, England 1976-1977 Indiana University - Bloomington Class of 1977 (—). Active member of Indianapolis and Indiana State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Carmel, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Steve Carlock

  • Steve Carlock is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law
  • Steve received a degree from Dallas Theological Seminary-Dallas, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Steve practices at Steve Carlock in Carmel, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Steve Carlock's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steve Carlock handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Carmel.

Wills in Carmel

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Trusts in Carmel

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Probate in Carmel

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Business & Corporate Law in Carmel

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

Steve Carlock is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Tax Law in Carmel

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Carmel

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 Carmel 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.

Carmel Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Carmel-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Steve Carlock

Where is Steve Carlock's law office located?
Steve Carlock's law practice is located in Carmel, Indiana. The firm is Steve Carlock. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steve Carlock handle?
Steve Carlock focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Steve Carlock practiced law?
Steve Carlock has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Steve Carlock go to law school?
Steve Carlock earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (—).
How can I contact Steve Carlock for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Carmel Choose Steve Carlock

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 Steve Carlock's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, business, and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Steve Carlock brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Steve Carlock can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Carmel

A Carmel-based practice means Steve Carlock 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 Steve Carlock Handles in Carmel

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Steve Carlock has experience with under Indiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Steve Carlock directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Steve Carlock's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
- 1981
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Dallas Theological Seminary-Dallas 1987-1988 Foreign Study University of Kent-Canterbury, England 1976-1977 Indiana University - Bloomington Class of 1977
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Indiana
Admitted: 1981

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