Michael M. "Mike" Morris, IP Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 15 years of legal practice
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing ip in Indianapolis since 2011.
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Michael M. "Mike" Morris is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP. Michael has over 15 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Indianapolis, INDIANA
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Indianapolis, INDIANA.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).
About Michael M. "Mike" Morris: Michael M. "Mike" Morris is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP. Michael has over 15 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Michael M. "Mike" Morris
Michael concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Michael M. "Mike" Morris — Over 15 years of Indiana ip experience
Michael M. "Mike" Morris is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP. Michael has over 15 years of legal experience.
From his time in industry, and as an inventor of an issued U.S. Patent, Mike understands a client’s perspective in dealing with intellectual property matters. His practice encompasses all areas of intellectual property law, including identifying, procuring, and enforcing patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Specifically, Mike has significant experience in preparing and prosecuting medical device and mechanical patent applications in the U.S. and abroad; providing freedom-to-operate, infringement/non-infringement, and invalidity/validity opinions; and monitoring competitor intellectual property and products. Mike serves as U.S. counsel for a number of international companies and advises attorneys around the world on U.S. intellectual property practice and law. Mike is also Chairman of the Firm’s Patent Prosecution Practice Group. Prior to joining the Firm, Mike worked in the medical device industry helping some of the world’s largest medical device companies manage their IP portfolios and monitor competitor activity. He also designed strategies and methods to identify competitors’ infringing products and worked with engineers and researchers to design and patent around competitors’ patents. Prior to working in the medical field, Mike conducted materials science research at Los Alamos National Laboratory and worked in manufacturing. Mike and his wife, Kathy, are actively involved in the foster care system and currently support several foster families after having served as licensed foster parents, themselves, to numerous foster children. Mike also volunteers as a coach and practice judge for the IU Maurer School of Law national IP Moot Court teams.
Michael's approach to ip cases
From his time in industry, and as an inventor of an issued U.S. Patent, Mike understands a client’s perspective in dealing with intellectual property matters. His practice encompasses all areas of intellectual property law, including identifying, procuring, and enforcing patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Specifically, Mike has significant experience in preparing and prosecuting…
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Michael M. "Mike" Morris's legal education and bar admissions
Indiana University Bloomington
J.D. · 2011
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
B.S. Mechanical Engineering · 2008
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Indiana
2011 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in Indiana University Bloomington and B.S. Mechanical Engineering in Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in Indiana University Bloomington and B.S. Mechanical Engineering in Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Michael M. "Mike" Morris
Michael has received 26 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2025 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star, Indiana Super Lawyers, 2021
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2025 for work in: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law - 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property - 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent - 2025 (2026).
Locations
Michael M. "Mike" Morris's office in Indianapolis
Michael's primary office is at 111 Monument Circle, Suite 3700, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204-5137. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Michael M. "Mike" Morris — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael M. "Mike" Morris
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple ip 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new ip clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana
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