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Eric Schmadeke, Business Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

focused on Business, Litigation, and Trusts

Densborn Blachly LLP

Indianapolis, IN

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Eric Schmadeke is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Trusts. Currently practicing at Densborn Blachly LLP.

Based in
Indianapolis, INDIANA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Litigation · Trusts
  • Handles Business, Litigation, and Trusts matters from Indianapolis, INDIANA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Eric Schmadeke: Eric Schmadeke is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Trusts. Currently practicing at Densborn Blachly LLP.

Areas of practice

Eric's practice areas in Indianapolis

Eric concentrates on business, litigation, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Eric takes business 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 Eric agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Eric takes litigation 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 Eric agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Eric takes trusts 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 Eric agrees to represent you.

Biography

Eric Schmadeke, business attorney serving Indianapolis

Eric Schmadeke is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Trusts. Currently practicing at Densborn Blachly LLP. Eric works from Indianapolis, Indiana and takes on business matters across the region.

Eric Schmadeke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates.

Eric, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Eric on a business matter

Eric Schmadeke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Eric, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal…

Who Eric represents

Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and trusts matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Eric studied and practices

  • Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

    J.D. · 2007

Eric studied at J.D. in Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Eric completed J.D. in Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Eric's legal honors and published work

Eric has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).

Locations

Eric Schmadeke's office in Indianapolis

Eric's primary office is at 280 East 96th Street Suite 175, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46240. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Densborn Blachly LLP

280 East 96th Street Suite 175

Indianapolis, Indiana 46240

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Hiring guide

How to hire Eric Schmadeke — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Eric

Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Eric Schmadeke

  • How much does it cost to hire Eric for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Eric offer a free consultation?

    Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple business 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?

    Eric 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 — Eric 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 Eric?

    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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Eric accepting new business clients right now?

    Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana

Eric handles business matters throughout Indiana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

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