Jill Goldenberg Schuman concentrates in the areas of family law and alternative dispute resolution. Ms. Goldenberg Schuman received her B.S. degree with distinction in business from Indiana University in 1990 and her Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Boston University School of Law in 1993. She has been with Cohen Garelick & Glazier since graduation. Jill is certified by the Indiana Certifying Organization of the Indiana Bar Association as an Indiana Certified Family Law Specialist. She is a registered domestic mediator. Since undergoing mediation training in 2002, she has mediated 100’s of cases. She has also served as a family law arbitrator. Ms. Goldenberg Schuman devotes the majority of her practice to family law matters or mediations and arbitrations involving family law matters. She has been a lecturer in various family law and alternative dispute resolution topics for the Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum and has several published family law appellate decisions. She was recognized in 2007 - 2016 as a Best Lawyer in her field of family law and was also recognized in 2008-2016 as a Super Lawyer in her field. From 2011-2016 she was selected as one of Indiana’s Top 50 Super Lawyers and in 2009-2016 as one of Indiana’s Top 25 Women Super Lawyers.

“Since 1998, I’ve been representing you, the people of Indiana. It has been my great pleasure to serve you. Whether you have been involved in an auto accident, or seek Social Security disability benefits, or are the victim of medical malpractice, I have tried to be here for you. I’ve enjoyed all the people I’ve met along the way and the families I have been able to help. If you ever need me, I will do everything I can to help you.” Born and raised in central Indiana, John Hensley has always possessed an overwhelming desire to protect the rights of his fellow Hoosiers, and therefore, has devoted his practice to assisting those who have been wrongfully injured. John hung his shingle in 1998 by opening his own law office in downtown Indianapolis. There he works daily toward achieving the best results possible for his clients. Known mainly for his compassion for others, John also possesses a common-sense and efficient approach to the practice of law. He will continue to bring experience and integrity to the practice of law and represent his clients vigorously with great success.

Amber K. Boyd is a versatile professional with strong experience in managing complex litigation matters. She founded Amber K. Boyd Attorney at Law in 2013, where she is the sole practitioner. Ms. Boyd specializes in employment law with a focus on discrimination cases. She also has deep expertise in estate planning and probate law. Her goal is to deliver effective, efficient, and strategic service to her clients. Ms. Boyd always keeps her eye on winning at trial. She has established a track record of securing large settlements for her clients that often exceed what the defendant or employer had offered. Ms. Boyd clearly explains complex legal issues to her clients and ensures witnesses are well-prepared to testify. She has years of experience litigating in federal and state court, and she has mediated cases through the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Before founding her law firm, Ms. Boyd served as a compliance officer at a national mortgage company in Indianapolis, where she managed 19 law firms nationwide. She evaluated attorney compliance with policies, procedures, service level agreements, and state and federal requirements. Ms. Boyd also provided litigation support to executive management and internal and external counsel, and she completed a root cause analysis of foreclosure issues to identify process improvements. Ms. Boyd is a member of the Marion County Bar Association, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and the American Bar Association Labor and Employment Division. She is also a board member of the Mapleton-Fall Creek Neighborhood Development Corporation as well as a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Kayla Christofeno is a skilled criminal defense attorney with experience defending many different types of crimes. She is a lifelong resident of Elkhart County, graduating from NorthWood High School. She then attended Purdue University. Kayla graduated from Valparaiso University Law School in 2018. She has experience practicing in Elkhart County, St. Joseph County, Kosciusko County, and Marshall County. She is an avid fan of the Purdue Boilermakers. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with her family, watching documentaries, and baking. You can reach Kayla at kayla@christofenolaw.com, or by phone at 574-622-1362.

Andrew Martin was born in Chicago, Illinois and lived in the Chicago suburbs his entire life. Mr. Martin lived in Schaumburg, Naperville and Plainfield. Mr. Martin graduated from Purdue University in 2005 with dual degrees in Economics and Political Science. In 2008, Mr. Martin received a Juris Doctor degree from Valparaiso University School of Law. Mr. Martin is admitted to practice in the United States District Court, Northern District of Indiana and the Indiana Supreme Court of Indiana. Mr. Martin’s practice is focused primarily on Family Law, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and Real Estate. Mr. Martin enjoys baseball, football and golf. Mr. Martin is available to represent clients throughout Indiana including: Hammond, Gary, East Chicago, Crown Point, Munster, Highland, Griffith, Dyer, St. John, Hobart, Valparaiso, Lake County, Porter County, LaPorte County, Jasper County and Newton County, Indiana.

A sole practitioner, Ian W. Thompson handles a variety of legal matters through his Indianapolis law office. He is known throughout the state of Indiana for his far-reaching legal knowledge, as well as his aggressive courtroom demeanor and effective legal strategizing. He consistently goes above and beyond, for he desires nothing more than to secure the favorable legal outcomes his clients desire. Whether you require criminal representation or assistance with a personal injury, social security disability or workers’ compensation claim, you can count on Ian W. Thompson Attorney at Law for high-quality legal service. Ian W. Thompson’s law office is located in downtown Indianapolis, but his clients include those residing throughout Marion County and all of Central Indiana. Clients speak highly of Mr. Thompson’s extensive understanding of the local legal system and ability to explain the legal process in terms that are easy for his clients to understand. A lifetime Indiana resident, he completed both his undergraduate and graduate education at the esteemed Indiana University — and he remains passionate about the local community to this day. Notoriously versatile, Ian W. Thompson has a firm grasp of several practice areas, including both criminal and civil law. He works extensively as a criminal lawyer, providing superior defense for those who have been accused of committing misdemeanor and felony crimes. His aggressive representation has helped numerous clients achieve favorable outcomes. In addition to criminal cases, Ian Thompson handles a variety of civil matters. As a personal injury attorney, he helps those who have been injured by the negligence of others to secure compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering. He also handles workers’ compensation cases, representing those injured on the job in Indiana. If you require high-quality legal support, you can benefit greatly from a FREE one-on-one initial consultation with Ian W. Thompson. A passionate, results-driven attorney, Ian Thompson offers a range of legal services. The counsel he provides his clients is always compassionate, but in the courtroom, he is notoriously aggressive. He will fight to ensure that your rights are respected, both in and out of court.

After graduating from Marian University in Indianapolis, Troy attended the Indiana University McKinney School of Law. While there, he was inducted into the prestigious Order of the Barristers, a national honor society recognizing effective oral advocacy and legal writing skills. He was also a semi-finalist in the Robert H. Staton Moot Court competition, held annually at I.U. McKinney School of Law. Troy interned with Indianapolis-based Thomas Law Firm, P.C., gaining valuable experience in several areas of practice. Troy is admitted to practice law in Indiana, as well as the United States District Court of Northern Indiana, and the United States District Court of Southern Indiana. Troy is a member of several civic and faith-based service organizations, and is an active member of the Indianapolis volunteer community. He is a participant in pro bono advocacy through the Indianapolis Bar Association, and also participates in the IBA’s pro bono hospice program. Troy also serves on the board of directors of several organizations, including J.L. Tyson Ministries (religious outreach), Family Promise of Indiana (homelessness prevention), and Grace Leadership Academy (education). He resides in Greenwood with his wife, Bianca.

Tamara L. Renner was born 1956; admitted to bar, 1986, Indiana; 1989, Michigan; also admitted to practice before U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. Preparatory education, Indiana University (B.A., Psychology, 1981); legal education, Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1986). Deputy City Attorney, Elkhart, Indiana, 1991-96. Member: Elkhart City, Indiana State and American Bar Associations; State Bar of Michigan; National Employment Lawyers Association; National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. As a former Deputy City Attorney for the City of Elkhart, Tamara represented the City in employment related disputes and litigation from 1991-1995. She now represents the individual employee in disputes against employers of all sizes, from small local businesses to the largest international corporations. In Williams v. Pharmacia, Inc., 137 F. 3d 944, 952 (7th Cir. 1998), Tamara successfully represented Ms. Williams against the international pharmaceutical firm, Pharmacia Upjohn, Inc. The case established precedent in the 7th Circuit for the distinct and separate awards of front pay and future lost earnings. It remains frequently cited precedent by appellate courts as well as the Supreme Court of the United States. While Tamara has a proven track record in federal and state courts, administrative hearings and mediation of employment disputes her years of experience benefit clients facing financial crisis in bankruptcy as well as Social Security Disability hearings and appeals.

Diane Haag is the founder and sole attorney at Haag Burton Law, where she blends big-firm experience with a client-first approach. She helps individuals, families, and small businesses navigate legal challenges with clarity and care. With over eight years of experience in small business and nonprofit law, and a background that includes working with Fortune 500 companies; Diane offers clients strategic, accessible legal support tailored to their goals.

Larry Whitham is a partner in the law firm of Whitham & Zubek, which was established in 2002. Larry has practiced law in Indianapolis for more than 40 years. Although Larry began his career working as a staff attorney in Indianapolis City government, he has spent most of his years in private practice. From 1975 until 1999 Larry was a reservist, serving as an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate in the Unites States Air Force. Larry practices in several areas of civil law, including family law, auto accident litigation and other cases involving personal injury and wrongful death. His practice also includes real estate and zoning cases, estate planning, and estate administration. Larry is also frequently called upon to handle cases involving criminal matters. One of the things Larry is most proud of is that many of his current clients are return clients. They are men and women who retained his legal services in the past and came to him again when circumstances warranted. In many other instances, clients contact Larry because they have been referred by their family members or friends who have previously allowed Larry to assist them in addressing and resolving their legal issues. Larry considers it an honor to serve families in which not only the parents, but also their children, have come to trust his advice and to seek his assistance in resolving their legal issues. Larry prides himself in being responsive to his clients’ needs. If he is not available to speak with you at the time of your call, he endeavors to return your call as promptly as possible. If you decide to retain his services, he will always be committed to providing his best advice and to working hard in successfully resolving your case. Many times, legal problems are not as difficult as they seem at first. Often, a careful discussion and analysis can lead to a step by step process by which the problem can be resolved. If you would like to speak by telephone even before deciding whether you need an attorney’s assistance or before deciding who that attorney may be, Larry will be pleased to receive your call.