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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 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.

  • 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.

Main office

Taft

One Indiana Square, Suite 3500

Indianapolis, IN 46204-2023

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Hiring guide

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

Copyright attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana

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