This article was originally published in the February issue of The Voice from DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar.
John Trimble, partner at Lewis Wagner, LLP in Indianapolis, was the distinguished recipient of DRI’s 2019 Richard H. Krochock Award. This annual award honors an individual who has provided exemplary leadership to the DRI Young Lawyers Committee through sponsorship or participation in its programs and activities, provided guidance, support and service as a mentor to Young Lawyers Committee members, and who has promoted those qualities which enhance the public image of the civil defense trial lawyer. John served on the DRI Board of Directors from 2003 to 2006 and recently chaired the DRI Law Practice Management Committee. John has attended local defense organization annual meetings to assist with strategic planning, metrics, and marketing and he routinely meets with young lawyers to provide career advice, including how to increase participation within DRI’s extensive community. To put it simply, John is an extraordinary leader.