Douglas Alan Collier, Copyright Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, IP, and Patent
PartneratTaft
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing copyright in Indianapolis since 1998.
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- Years practicing
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Douglas Alan Collier is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Copyright, IP, and Patent. Douglas has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Taft.
- Based in
- Indianapolis, IN
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Copyright · IP · Patent
- Handles Copyright, IP, and Patent matters from Indianapolis, IN.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Douglas Alan Collier: Douglas Alan Collier is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Copyright, IP, and Patent. Douglas has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Taft.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Douglas takes on
Douglas concentrates on copyright, ip, patent, trademark, and trade secrets. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Copyright
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Trade Secrets
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Copyright cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Douglas takes copyright matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Douglas takes ip matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Douglas takes patent matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Douglas takes trademark matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Trade Secrets cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Douglas takes trade secrets matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Douglas Alan Collier — copyright lawyer in Indianapolis
Douglas Alan Collier is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Copyright, IP, and Patent. Douglas has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Taft.
Douglas Alan Collier is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, trademark, copyright and trade secret. Douglas received a M.B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Douglas practices at Taft in Indianapolis, IN.
How Douglas handles copyright matters
Douglas Alan Collier is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, trademark, copyright and trade secret. Douglas received a M.B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Douglas practices at Taft in Indianapolis, IN.
The kind of cases Douglas takes
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, ip, and patent matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Indiana University - Robert H. McKinney School of Law J.D.
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Indiana University
M.B.A. Rose · 1994
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
Indiana United State
1998 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at — in Indiana University - Robert H. McKinney School of Law J.D. and M.B.A. Rose in Indiana University.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed — in Indiana University - Robert H. McKinney School of Law J.D. and M.B.A. Rose in Indiana University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations / Recognitions: Indiana State Bar Association (Member), Indianapolis Bar Association (Member) Community Involvement: Danville Junior Basketball League (Member, Board of Directors), Jonathan L
membership
Mitchell Memorial Foundation
Member, Board of Directors), Optimist Club of Indianapolis (Past President and Member, Board of Directors · membership
Locations
Douglas Alan Collier's office in Indianapolis
Douglas's primary office is at One Indiana Square, Suite 3500, Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2023. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Douglas Alan Collier — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new copyright attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a copyright attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in copyright practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every copyright matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many copyright practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas Alan Collier
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a copyright case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do copyright cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple copyright matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Douglas is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Douglas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Douglas?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new copyright clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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