Fort Harrison Law Firm Dedicated to Getting You Results
Stephenson Rife has been a trusted, client-oriented law firm since 1976. Our experienced attorneys will settle for nothing less than results that are in your best interest.
Finding a law firm that you can trust will fight for you and your long-term needs can be a challenge, but we work hard to provide cost-effective legal services that meet you where you’re at in life. From the first call to the last, our team of attorneys will make sure your needs are heard and that your case is handled with utmost professionalism.
We offer professional and polite service from attorneys who take time to explain processes and make sure you’re kept up to date on each aspect of your case. Punctual correspondence, courteous staff, and the skills to get the job done are just a few of the things our clients love about us.
What to Expect at Stephenson Rife
Our team makes sure you’re comfortable with your legal advice, confident in our approach, and content with the results of our services. At our Fort Harrison office, our practice areas include:
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Our Personal Injury Legal Process at Fort Harrison
At Stephenson Rife, we use a six-phase process to ensure proper case preparation and first-class negotiations.
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Getting started – In the case that you or a loved one needs legal care, contact us and our intake manager will gather your information right away. One of our attorneys will review your case and share insights on whether we can take on your claim.
Indiana law requires a written retainer agreement, and, after it is signed, we will assemble a legal team immediately. In a personal injury case, the best part: there’s nothing to pay up front. We work on contingency, so our fees and expenses come out of a successful settlement or jury award. In other practice areas, our attorneys will go over hourly rates and other payment details with you before moving forward. |
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Building your case – Once we’ve taken on your case, we work to create the strongest possible legal strategy. At Stephenson Rife, we leave no stone unturned and gather evidence, research, and construct a powerful case on your behalf.
What sets us apart during this process? Our constant communication and dedication to meeting you where you’re at, whether we’re having in-person meetings at our Fort Harrison office, or discussing over the phone. Some cases can span months or even years, and, over that time, we ensure that any medical care or counseling you need is available to make sure you’re not feeling overwhelmed. |
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Investigation and discovery – As your case develops, we handle the process of contacting and interviewing eyewitnesses. Both your attorney and opposing counsel will issue subpoenas to depose everyone involved under oath (you, the defendant, treating physicians, and others), but that doesn’t mean you’re in it alone.
Your Stephenson Rife attorney will sit with you throughout your deposition and make sure you’re supported. We also have the resources to retain skilled expert witnesses such as accident reconstruction specialists, medical experts, and engineers to help prove your claim. |
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Valuing your claim – We calculate what we believe your case is worth, accounting for both the economic and non-economic damages you’ve suffered. This can also include punitive damages in some cases.
We then send a demand letter to opposing counsel, backed by extensive evidence and supporting documentation. With our extreme preparation and research, we can often convince the other side to settle rather than risk a jury trial. Your Stephenson Rife attorney will negotiate aggressively to prove the merits of your claim and make sure to advise you whether an offer is fair. When it comes to decision time, we want you to make the right choice for you and your family, with all the information possible. |
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Filing suit and mediation – We prepare for every case as though it’s headed to trial and are ready to file the moment you decide you want to pursue a lawsuit. Don’t forget: The choice on settling or going to court is always yours and we won’t pressure you one way or the other.
In the case that the opposing party requests you to attend nonbinding mediation to see whether a settlement can be reached, your Stephenson Rife attorney will be right there with you. |
| 6. | Resolution – When it’s time for the resolution of the case, the power rests entirely with you. You can choose to settle under the right circumstances, or decide if you want to go to court. Regardless of your choice, we’re ready to stand with you and make sure you get the best possible legal services. |
Visit Our Fort Harrison Law Firm
Location
Stephenson Rife LLP
9165 Otis Ave, Suite 227
Indianapolis, IN 46216
Phone
317-680-2011
Business Hours
Monday – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday – Closed
Sunday – Closed
Visits to our Fort Harrison office in Indianapolis are by appointment only. Please contact us to schedule ahead of time.
Areas We Serve
Our main office is located in Shelbyville (2150 Intelliplex Dr #200 Shelbyville, IN 46176) and works with clients around Indiana. Our Fort Harrison office proudly serves Marion County and the north/northeast metro area. We encourage clients to meet us at the area closest and most convenient to them.
| Fort Harrison | Fishers | Noblesville |
| Carmel | Plainfield | Greenwood |
Parking and Directions
Follow these guidelines to reach our Fort Ben law firm:
Access points include I-465 (Exit 40) and Post Road.
There is on-site parking available at our Fort Harrison office. If on-site is busy, there is also street parking available.
Meet the Legal Team at Stephenson Rife
Get to know the experienced and courteous attorneys at our law firm. For over 50 years, our team has worked to provide exceptional legal services, and our experience means we can offer you practiced legal advice in a variety of areas, with unmatched customer care.
M. Michael Stephenson
Founding Partner
Attorney Mike Stephenson has 40 years of experience and is a trusted advisor to many individuals and companies. His current practice is dominated by civil litigation in state and federal courts. He focuses much of his time on handling catastrophic injuries caused by all types of accidents, including car wrecks, industrial incidents, product liability, and fire, just to name a few. He also works extensively in construction-related matters.
Brady J. Rife
Founding Partner
Brady Rife has developed a diverse civil litigation practice for plaintiffs throughout Indiana. Brady is heavily involved in serious personal injury matters, complex business and commercial disputes, and insurance litigation in state and federal courts. Brady has successfully tried several jury trials and bench trials as lead counsel and has also briefed multiple cases before the Indiana Court of Appeals.
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Get Started with Stephenson Rife
Don’t wait to get your legal process started. Whether you need assistance planning a will, defending your business, or any other matter, we can help. We’re just one call away and your first consultation is entirely free.