For the past 20 years, Lewis Wagner attorneys have been recognized among the Best Lawyers in America—chosen through peer selection for leadership within their respective practice areas. This year is no exception, and we are thrilled to celebrate 25 of our colleagues who have received honors in this year’s edition.
The Best Lawyers designation is given to individuals who have achieved outstanding peer survey ratings — showcasing a remarkable level of respect from fellow attorneys for their exceptional abilities, professionalism, and unwavering integrity.
Included among this year’s honorees are three Lewis Wagner attorneys selected as Indianapolis Lawyer of the Year. The Indianapolis attorney with the highest overall peer-review feedback in each practice area is chosen for this designation.
Partner John C. Trimble has been recognized among the Best Lawyers every year since 2010, being selected as Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants three times, including in 2024. He has also been named Lawyer of the Year in both Insurance Law and Mediation multiple times.
Managing Partner Richard M. Blaiklock has been honored among the Best Lawyers for the past 11 years, and has been named Lawyer of the Year in Litigation – Real Estate twice, including in 2024. He has also received Lawyer of the Year honors in Corporate Law in 2021 and Business Organizations in 2016.
Partner Dina M. Cox has been named among the Best Lawyers every year since 2011 and is honored as Lawyer of the Year in Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants for the third time. She was also named Lawyer of the Year for Product Liability Litigation in 2023, and Professional Malpractice Law three times since 2015.
In total, 18 Lewis Wagner attorneys are included in the Best Lawyers in America 2024 across several practice areas. Those honorees include:
- Richard M. Blaiklock
- Matthew W. Conner
- Dina M. Cox
- Brandon W. Ehrie
- Robert R. Foos, Jr.
- Wade D. Fulford
- Aaron D. Grant
- Jarrell B. Hammond
- Thomas C. Hays
- Kyle A. Lansberry
- Michael J. Lewinski
- Eric C. McNamar
- Meghan E. Ruesch
- Richard K. Shoultz
- John C. Trimble
- Ryan J. Vershay
- Robert F. Wagner
- Daun A. Weliever
We are also extremely proud to have seven Lewis Wagner attorneys named Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch. This designation recognizes attorneys who are early in their careers and demonstrate professional excellence. The following attorneys have been recognized as Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch 2024:
