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John Olivieri, Business Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

focused on Business, Family Law, and Trusts

Indianapolis, IN

Trusted business attorney serving Indianapolis.

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John Olivieri is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Trusts.

Based in
Indianapolis, INDIANA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Family Law · Trusts
  • Handles Business, Family Law, and Trusts matters from Indianapolis, INDIANA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026).

About John Olivieri: John Olivieri is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Trusts.

Areas of practice

Legal matters John takes on

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

Business cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

John 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 John agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

John takes family law 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 John agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

John 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 John agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet John Olivieri — business lawyer in Indianapolis

John Olivieri is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Trusts.

Practice Experience
John M. Olivieri's practice focuses on estate planning, business succession planning, charitable giving and asset protection. He advises clients on the many complex tax issues and intrafamily concerns involved in the transfer of wealth from one generation to the next, and he assists clients in establishing creative, personally tailored plans for the preservation and transfer of their assets in a tax-efficient manner.

In addition, Mr. Olivieri counsels clients on all aspects of estate and trust administration, including probate, the preparation of estate tax returns, gift tax returns and fiduciary income tax returns, and judicial and nonjudicial accountings. He also represents individuals and corporate fiduciaries in litigations related to estate and trust administration such as Will contests, contested accountings, and tax controversy matters.

Mr. Olivieri also works with clients to develop plans for protecting their assets. These plans usually include the utilization of limited partnerships, limited liability companies and so-called "asset protection" and "spendthrift" trusts in various jurisdictions in the United States and around the world.

Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Olivieri was a New York-based partner at a major international law firm.

John's approach to business cases

Practice Experience John M. Olivieri's practice focuses on estate planning, business succession planning, charitable giving and asset protection. He advises clients on the many complex tax issues and intrafamily concerns involved in the transfer of wealth from one generation to the next, and he assists clients in establishing creative, personally tailored plans for the preservation and transfer…

The kind of cases John takes

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, family law, and trusts matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Columbia University

    J.D. · 1994

  • Wabash College

    BA

Jurisdictions

John's state bar admissions

  • New York, United Sta

    ACTIVE

John studied at J.D. in Columbia University and BA in Wabash College.

Law school and academic background

John completed J.D. in Columbia University and BA in Wabash College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

John has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026).

Locations

John Olivieri's office in Indianapolis

John's primary office is at 11 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204-3535. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

11 South Meridian Street

Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-3535

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Hiring guide

How to hire John Olivieri — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John 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 John

John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

John'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 John Olivieri

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

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

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

    John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    John 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 — John 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 John?

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

  • Is John accepting new business clients right now?

    John'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

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