In Memory of our Namesake, Partner and Friend John C. Trimble
John C. Trimble (1955–2025) John C. Trimble, a luminary in Indiana law and a deeply beloved mentor, husband, and father, passed away peacefully during the early morning hours of July 2, 2025 with his family by his side. His loss leaves a great void in the legal profession and the hearts of those who knew […]
Lewis Wagner Becomes Lewis Wagner & Trimble, in Honor of Legal Luminary John C. Trimble
Indianapolis, IN – May 1, 2025 – Lewis Wagner is proud to announce its rebrand to Lewis Wagner & Trimble, recognizing the extraordinary contributions of Partner John C. Trimble, one of Indiana’s most respected attorneys, legal strategists, and mediators. This change reflects the firm’s enduring legacy and forward-thinking vision. Since its founding 70 years ago, […]
21 Lewis Wagner & Trimble Attorneys Named to 2025 Indiana Super Lawyers List
We are pleased to announce that 21 of our attorneys have been recognized in the prestigious 2025 Indiana Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top 5% of attorneys in Indiana, chosen through an extensive process of peer review and assessment of professional accomplishments. The Rising Stars list highlights the […]
Dina Cox Named Indianapolis Business Journal Woman of Influence for 2024
Indianapolis, IN – October 17, 2024 – Lewis Wagner & Trimble is proud to announce that Managing Partner Dina Cox has been named an IBJ Woman of Influence for 2024. Selected from over 175 nominees, Dina is only one of twenty-five women to receive this prestigious award. As an IBJ Woman of Influence, Dina exemplifies […]
Lewis Wagner & Trimble Remains Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Core Values
Indianapolis, IN – February 12, 2025 – A Message from Managing Partner Dina Cox – As a law firm deeply rooted in the Indianapolis community, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as core values of our practice and our profession. Recent executive actions seeking to dismantle programs and policies that […]
Lewis Wagner & Trimble Named Among Best Law Firms Across 17 Practice Areas
Indianapolis, IN – November 7, 2024 –Lewis Wagner & Trimble is honored to be recognized across 17 practice areas, including 13 Tier 1 honors in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® list, as ranked by Best Lawyers in America. The Best Law Firms ranking represents a hallmark of professional excellence, achieved through a comprehensive and […]
Dina Cox Named Indianapolis Business Journal Woman of Influence for 2024
Indianapolis, IN – October 31, 2024 – Lewis Wagner & Trimble is proud to announce that Managing Partner Dina Cox has been named an IBJ Woman of Influence for 2024. Selected from over 175 nominees, Dina is only one of four women to receive this prestigious award. As an IBJ Woman of Influence, Dina exemplifies […]
John Trimble to Receive Prestigious Luminary Award from Indianapolis Bar Foundation and Indy Bar Association
Indianapolis, IN – October 15, 2024 – The Indianapolis Bar Foundation and Indy Bar Association are proud to announce that John C. Trimble has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Luminary Award, the highest honor bestowed by the organizations. John becomes the 21st individual to receive this distinguished award since its inception in […]
Lewis Wagner & Trimble Welcomes Seven New Attorneys
Lewis Wagner & Trimble is thrilled to welcome seven new attorneys to our firm. “We are proud to see the continued growth of the Lewis Wagner & Trimble team with these seven highly talented attorneys,” shares Managing Partner Dina M. Cox. “Each new addition brings varied and extensive legal experience that furthers our commitment to […]
Court Finds Issue of Fact Whether Insurer Acted in Bad Faith by Interpleading Its Policy Limit Rather Than Paying Claimant’s Settlement Demand
Baldwin v. Standard Fire Ins. Co 2024 WL 3093500 (Ind. 2024) Insurers have long viewed interpleader as the go-to strategy and a safe harbor for avoiding accusations of bad faith when dealing with multiple liability claims exceeding policy limits. However, a recent decision from the Indiana Court of Appeals suggests that insurers may need to […]
