Atty. Terry Wayne Dawson

Atty. Terry Wayne Dawson

Terry Wayne Dawson is a lawyer practicing general practice, accessibility and disability, arbitration and grievances and 22 other areas of law. Terry received a B.S. degree from Indiana State University, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Terry Wayne Dawson at a glance

Terry Wayne Dawson is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ssd, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana Indiana Northern District Court Indiana Southern District Court Second Circuit Court of Appe (1990). Educated at Southern Illinois University J.D. (—) and Indiana State University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Terry Wayne Dawson is a lawyer practicing general practice, accessibility and disability, arbitration and grievances and 22 other areas of law
  • Terry received a B.S. degree from Indiana State University, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Terry practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Terry Wayne Dawson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Terry Wayne Dawson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Terry Wayne Dawson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Indiana →

Wage & Hour Disputes

Terry Wayne Dawson is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

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

Terry Wayne Dawson 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 Terry Wayne Dawson

Where is Terry Wayne Dawson's law office located?
Terry Wayne Dawson'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 Terry Wayne Dawson handle?
Terry Wayne Dawson focuses on employment, business, ssd, wage & hour, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Terry Wayne Dawson practiced law?
Terry Wayne Dawson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Terry Wayne Dawson go to law school?
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How can I contact Terry Wayne Dawson for a consultation?
You can contact Terry Wayne Dawson 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 Terry Wayne Dawson received?
Terry Wayne Dawson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Southern Illinois University J.D.
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Indiana State University B.S.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana Indiana Northern District Court Indiana Southern District Court Second Circuit Court of Appe
Admitted: 1990

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