Carolyn Elaine Powers

Carolyn Elaine Powers

4.1
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime ... +2 more

320 N. Meridian St. Ste. 1006, Indianapolis, IN

About Carolyn

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 17 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2008

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Carolyn Powers

320 N. Meridian St. Ste. 1006, Indianapolis, IN, 46204

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Carolyn Elaine Powers's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 6 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Heather | September 02, 2014 | Child Custody

Excellent Attorney and Amazing Human Being

Carolyn Powers is highly knowledgeable, accommodating, assertive, thorough, dedicated and is an excellent human being. I was given an amazing job opportunity out of state that required me to relocate. Although I had primary physical custody of my children, my ex and I shared legal custody. He agreed ...to let the children relocate with me until I sold my home, had given required notice to my employer, and was less than one week away from attending required training (across the country) for the new position. Carolyn came highly recommended from a colleague of mine. After hearing my story, Carolyn agreed to meet with me even though it was her day off. I was immediately impressed by her pleasant down-to-earth nature and strong, assertive presence. She was very thorough in collecting every bit of information needed to present our case in court. Her listening skills are unmatched and attention to detail unparalleled. She knew exactly what my ex might present in court and had the fore site to plan for any /all scenarios. Carolyn was beyond prepared for our case and her confidence and support was incredibly encouraging.

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Carolyn Elaine Powers's Lawyer Endorsements

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Erika Jimenez

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Francine Rowley

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Russell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer Very responsive to client's requests"

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Certified Family Law Specialist, Indiana State Bar Association Family Law Certification Board

2014

Stephens Club Top 20%, Angie's List

2014

Bar Leadership Series, Indianapolis Bar Association

2013

Stephens Club Top 20%, Angie's List

2013

Stans Club Top 5%, Angie's List

2010

Community Service, Soaring Eagle Outreach

2004

Top Performer, First National

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner and Attorney, Carolyn E. Powers, Attorney at Law

2017 - 2019

Senior Associate Attorney, Taylor, Chadd, Minnette, Schneider & Clutter

2014 - 2017

Attorney, The Powers Law Firm

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Carolyn Powers JD MBA

2008 - 2013

Attorney, Buehler Associates Attorneys

2008 - 2010

General Counsel, CFO, Soaring Eagle Outreach

2006 - 2007

Legal Intern, Ohio Northern University College Of Law

2000 - 2004

Auditor/Insurance/Executive Assistant, First National Bank & Trust

Associations

2008 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association

Family Law Section/Solo Practice Section/Networking Section

2008 - Present

Indiana State Bar

Member

2019 - 2019

Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic

Intake Attorney

2018 - 2019

Boone County Chamber of Commerce

Board Member and Committee Member

2018 - 2020

Girls Rock! Indianapolis

Board Member and Marketing Committee Chair

2015 - 2016

Children's Policy and Law Initiative

Executive Committee Member Marketing

2015 - 2016

Children's Policy and Law Initiative

Board Member

2014 - 2015

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

Indianapolis Bar Association

Bar Leadership Series

2011 - 2018

Rupert's Kids

Board Member

2009 - 2009

Ivy Tech Community College

Volunteer

2008 - 2010

Soaring Eagle Outreach

Board Member

2008 - 2010

National Association of Professional Women

Member

2008 - 2010

Indianapolis Bar Association

Ask a Lawyer Volunteer

2005 - 2015

Christian Legal Society

Member

2005 - 2007

Continuing Legal Education Committee

Member

2005 - 2007

Continuing Legal Education Committee

Chair

2005 - 2007

International Legal Society

Member

2005 - 2007

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

2000 - 2004

Chamber of Commerce

Ambassador and Member of Promotional Campaign Committee

Education

2008

Indiana University-Kokomo

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2006

Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Indiana University-Kokomo

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Naturalization Ceremony

Citizenship Welcome Indianapolis Bar Association

2015

Mental Break and Wellness Reboot

Bar Leader Series

2015

Associate 101 Series

Practice Management

2014

Local Land Defense

Eminent Domain

Languages

English

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