R. Eric Sanders | Indianapolis Family Lawyer

Top Local Lawyers

About Eric

Eric joined Rolfes Henry in 2018 to open its Indianapolis, Indiana office.  Over the last decade, Eric’s practice centered around litigation that includes general and commercial liability defense, premises liability defense, bad faith litigation, and governmental liability.  Eric regularly represents law enforcement officers and municipalities in alleged civil rights violations and tort claims in both federal and state courts.

As a former police officer and government defense counsel, Eric has significant experience in representing local municipalities and government agencies for claims brought under the Indiana Tort Claims Act and 42 U.S.C. Section 1983.  Eric regularly authors publications involving new legal developments in Section 1983 law, including issues related to the Fourth Amendment, qualified immunity, and malicious prosecution.  Eric currently serves as the newsletter chair for the DRI Governmental Liability Section – a nationwide group of attorneys dedicated to governmental defense.

In addition to his governmental practice, Eric regularly represents and defends companies, insureds, and insurers in both first and third-party claims throughout Ohio and Indiana, including allegations of bad faith and negligent claim handling.

As a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Eric actively devotes his free time to veteran’s activities and concerns.  Eric lives in Indianapolis with his wife and son.

Call today to learn more about my fee structure.

Experience

Associate

Rolfes Henry

Present

Indianapolis, IN

Admission

Verified Ohio

2009

Verified Indiana

2012

Education

Indiana University

Bachelors (English)

2006

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Member | Indiana State Bar Association

Rolfes Henry Highlights

Firm Size: 1
Firm Locations: 1
Languages: English