Mary A. Schopper

Mary A. Schopper, Workers Comp Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

Over 35 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

PartneratDue Doyle Fanning Alderfer

Indianapolis, IN

Practicing workers comp in Indianapolis since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
2 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Mary A. Schopper is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Mary has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Due Doyle Fanning Alderfer. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Indianapolis, IN
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Indianapolis, IN.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Mary A. Schopper: Mary A. Schopper is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Mary has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Due Doyle Fanning Alderfer. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Mary's practice areas in Indianapolis

Mary concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Workers Comp cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Mary takes workers comp 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 Mary agrees to represent you.

Biography

Mary A. Schopper, workers comp attorney serving Indianapolis

Mary A. Schopper is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Mary has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Due Doyle Fanning Alderfer. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Mary works from Indianapolis, Indiana and takes on workers comp matters across the region.

Mary A. Schopper, is an attorney with Due Doyle & Fanning in Indianapolis. Mary has concentrated her practice on worker's compensation and occupational diseases defense since 1991. Mary graduated from the Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, cum laude, in 1991. She received her B.A. in Political Science from Indiana University, Bloomington in 1983, where she was selected as an undergraduate teaching assistant, as well as a Congressional intern. She is admitted to practice before the Worker's Compensation Board of Indiana, as well as the Indiana Court of Appeals and the Indiana Supreme Court. Mary has frequently lectured and written on worker's compensation topics including case law updates, implementing return to work programs, nuts and bolts claims handling, affirmative defenses, medical causation issues, psychological injuries, undocumented workers and the statute of limitations. Mary is a member of the Indiana State and Indianapolis Bar Associations. She is an active member of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana Worker's Compensation Section and the Indiana Worker's Compensation Institute.

Working with Mary on a workers comp matter

Mary A. Schopper, is an attorney with Due Doyle & Fanning in Indianapolis. Mary has concentrated her practice on worker's compensation and occupational diseases defense since 1991. Mary graduated from the Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, cum laude, in 1991. She received her B.A. in Political Science from Indiana University, Bloomington in 1983, where she was selected as an…

Who Mary represents

Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Mary studied and practices

  • Indiana University

    J.D. · 1991

  • Indiana University

    B.A. · 1983

Jurisdictions

Mary's state bar admissions

  • Indiana

    1991 · ACTIVE

Mary studied at J.D. in Indiana University and B.A. in Indiana University.

Law school and academic background

Mary completed J.D. in Indiana University and B.A. in Indiana University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Mary's legal honors and published work

Mary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Mary's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Indianapolis and Indiana State Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Mary A. Schopper's office in Indianapolis

Mary's primary office is at 8440 Allison Pointe Boulevard, Suite 350, Indianapolis, IN, 46250. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Due Doyle Fanning Alderfer

8440 Allison Pointe Boulevard, Suite 350

Indianapolis, IN 46250

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Mary A. Schopper — 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Mary. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Indianapolis.

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mary A. Schopper — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 Mary

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp 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. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mary A. Schopper

  • How much does it cost to hire Mary for a workers comp case?

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

  • Does Mary offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do workers comp cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple workers comp 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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Mary 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 — Mary 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 Mary?

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

  • Is Mary accepting new workers comp clients right now?

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

Areas served

Workers Comp attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana

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

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