Atty. Terry L. Cornelius

Atty. Terry L. Cornelius

Terry L. Cornelius is a lawyer practicing business law, civil litigation law, trusts and estates and 4 other areas of law.

Fort Wayne Fort Wayne 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Terry L. Cornelius at a glance

Terry L. Cornelius is a Member based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practicing at Cornelius & Weingartner. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974). Educated at Indiana University School of Law J.D. (—) and Indiana University B.S. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Terry L. Cornelius is a lawyer practicing business law, civil litigation law, trusts and estates and 4 other areas of law
  • Terry received a B.S. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Terry practices at Cornelius & Weingartner in Fort Wayne, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Terry L. Cornelius's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Terry L. Cornelius is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

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.

Terry L. Cornelius 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.

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Fort Wayne 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 Terry L. Cornelius

Where is Terry L. Cornelius's law office located?
Terry L. Cornelius's law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The firm is Cornelius & Weingartner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terry L. Cornelius handle?
Terry L. Cornelius focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Terry L. Cornelius practiced law?
Terry L. Cornelius has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Terry L. Cornelius go to law school?
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How can I contact Terry L. Cornelius for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Terry L. Cornelius received?
Terry L. Cornelius's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Indiana University School of Law J.D.
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Indiana University B.S.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1974

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