Business & Commercial Law

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We mean business.

In today’s business climate, it is virtually impossible to start, grow or maintain a business without the occasional need to consult an attorney. HSK has the expertise to minimize obstacles, leverage opportunities and create competitive advantages for our clients.

If you want to start a new business, we can guide you through the process of business entity formation, sole proprietorship, corporation, limited liability company or partnership. We can also assist in transactional work, contracting and governance. 

We can also provide your business with legal advice for residential and commercial real estate transactions. Depending on your situation, we can represent you as either a borrower or lender in commercial loan transactions. Whether you’re looking for general business representation or need to address a specific issue, the Business and Commercial Law practice group has the expertise to protect your company’s interest.

Business Law

Experience. Expertise. Advocacy.

Our team of award-winning attorneys and highly experienced paralegals offer clients a unique and invaluable combination of experience and expertise. We’ve been focused on providing trusted, results-driven advocacy and counsel for more than 40 years. 

Get to know the members of our team below.

Joshua Burkhardt

Joshua Burkhardt

Partner

Timothy DeGroote

Timothy DeGroote

Managing Partner

Stephen Dever

Stephen Dever

Partner

Michelle Floyd

Michelle Floyd

Partner

Michael Getty

Michael Getty

Partner

Lyle Hardman

Lyle Hardman

Partner

Daniel Palmer

Daniel Palmer

Partner

Jim Shea

Jim Shea

Senior Partner

Jonathan Slagh

Jonathan Slagh

Senior Associate

Eric Wilkins

Eric Wilkins

Partner

Kathryn Yarnelle

Kathryn Yarnelle

Senior Associate

Ready to learn more?

At HSK, effective communication skills and the ability to find successful solutions to clients' problems through knowledge, integrity, experience and efficiency are our hallmarks. And, with offices in Fort Wayne, South Bend and Indianapolis, our team is available wherever and whenever you need us.