Brandon J. Richter

Brandon J. Richter

Associate
Brandon Richter strives to be a thoughtful and responsive advocate for his clients, with a focus toward understanding the details of each matter and developing practical strategies to move cases toward resolution. He believes that clear communication, careful preparation, and attention to detail are essential to providing effective representation.
Brandon J. Richter
Every client deserves an attorney who is prepared, accessible, and invested in their success. I bring that commitment to every matter, no matter its size.

Brandon is an associate in Lewis Wagner & Trimble’s Transportation Litigation Group where he concentrates his practice in Transportation and Auto & TNC Liability.

As a lifelong Hoosier, Brandon first earned his B.A. in Psychology and Criminal Justice alongside minors in Law & Public Policy and History from Indiana University in 2023 and then went on to earn his J.D. from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law in 2026. While in law school, he served as the Executive Judge Coordinator for the Sherman Minton Executive Advocacy Board and as Chair of the 3L Pledge Campaign Committee, developing—and demonstrating—his tireless work ethic and steadfast commitment to service. Brandon also worked with the Intellectual Property Law Clinic at Maurer where he helped secure trademarks and pursue takedowns of infringing marks for individuals and small businesses, an experience that cultivated his passion for developing opportunities for growing businesses.

Outside of his work, Brandon enjoys watching all things Indiana University athletics, trying new recipes, and indulging in his passion for cars.

Brandon is an associate in Lewis Wagner & Trimble’s Transportation Litigation Group where he concentrates his practice in Transportation and Auto & TNC Liability.

As a lifelong Hoosier, Brandon first earned his B.A. in Psychology and Criminal Justice alongside minors in Law & Public Policy and History from Indiana University in 2023 and then went on to earn his J.D. from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law in 2026. While in law school, he served as the Executive Judge Coordinator for the Sherman Minton Executive Advocacy Board and as Chair of the 3L Pledge Campaign Committee, developing—and demonstrating—his tireless work ethic and steadfast commitment to service. Brandon also worked with the Intellectual Property Law Clinic at Maurer where he helped secure trademarks and pursue takedowns of infringing marks for individuals and small businesses, an experience that cultivated his passion for developing opportunities for growing businesses.

Outside of his work, Brandon enjoys watching all things Indiana University athletics, trying new recipes, and indulging in his passion for cars.

  • Indiana University Maurer School of Law, J.D., 2026
  • Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences, B.A., summa cum laude, 2023
  • Supreme Court of Indiana, 2026
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, 2026
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, 2026

S. Jay Plager Intellectual Property American Inn of Court, Member, 2025-Present
FORTE Young Professionals for the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, 2026-Present
Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society, Inductee, 2023

Indiana University Maurer School of Law

  • Sherman Minton Executive Advocacy Board, Executive Judge Coordinator, 2025-2026
  • 3L Pledge Campaign Committee, Chair, 2025-2026
  • Intellectual Property Law Clinic, 2024-2025

Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences

  • Academic Fairness Committee, Jurist, 2021-2023
  • Founder’s Scholar, 2021-2023