Gregory Bowes - Lawyer in Indianapolis, IN

Gregory Philip Bowes

Criminal defense Attorney at Indianapolis, IN

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Domestic Violence Victim

Greg is a very professional and knowledgeable attorney that truly cares about his clients and their situation. He has went above and beyond to help me legally with my situation. I was a domestic violence victim and Greg has really been working hard to support my case and has put in hours upon hours of work with plans to help me receive the compensation needed for the damages I have endured. Greg works diligently to not only do what attorneys typically do to help their clients situation from a legal standpoint, but he also goes above and beyond to support his clients interests and beliefs. Greg is very good about communicating in a timely fashion with his clients about their case and is constantly updating them any time there is new information on their case or legal situation. If you are in need of an attorney that you can trust and want to know that you are in the best hands possible with your legal situation, I wouldn't hesitate to consider contacting, consulting, and hiring Greg Bowes to represent your case!

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Practice areas

Criminal defense

60%

I represent persons accused of crimes. I have defended the accused in both state and federal court, against charges ranging from the simplest misdemeanor to the most serious felonies. I have served as the lead attorney in more than 25 jury trials.
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38 years, 650 cases
Appeals

15%

I represent persons who appeal from a trial court decision. I represent both those who won at trial and those who lost. I have presented appeals in both state and federal courts, and for both civil and criminal cases. I am admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court.
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38 years, 95 cases
Child abuse

5%

I represent victims of child sexual abuse who seek money damages for their injuries. I also assist these victims in cooperating with law enforcement authorities if they are seeking criminal prosecution.
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32 years, 10 cases
Domestic violence

5%

I represent victims of domestic violence who seek money damages for their injuries. I also assist these victims in cooperating with law enforcement authorities if they are seeking criminal prosecution.
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22 years, 5 cases
Estate planning

5%

I draft wills and advance directives for medical care. I have probated wills and administered estates.

38 years, 35 cases
Personal injury

5%

I represent victims of crime and negligence who seek money damages for their injuries.

38 years, 100 cases
Sexual harassment

5%

I represent victims of sexual harassment, both in the workplace or any other place, who seek money damages for their injuries. I also assist these victims in cooperating with law enforcement authorities if they are seeking criminal prosecution.
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22 years, 20 cases

Greg Bowes has been practicing law since 1985, and has experience in both state and federal court, including both civil and criminal cases. He has represented persons accused of crime, victims of crime and negligence, and has served on the appellate panel of the Marion County Public Defender Agency for nine years.

In 2004, he taught legal research and writing as an Adjunct Professor at the Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis. He has presented at 13 Continuing Legal Education seminars to train other attorneys.

Greg has been a soccer referee since 1983. He has officiated more than 2,500 youth, high school, adult amateur, college, and professional soccer matches. From 1998 to 2000, he served the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) as a National Referee, an achievement earned by fewer than 200 of the approximately 110,000 referees affiliated with the USSF, which qualifies the referee to officiate professional and international matches. He has also served the USSF as a local administrator, instructor and assessor.

Greg has volunteered in his community as a member of the board of directors of seven not-for-profit organizations. He has committed over 14 years of service to these organizations.

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Licensed for 37 years

State DC

Status Good Standing

Acquired 1987

Updated 06/08/2022

State IN

Status Active In Good Standing

Acquired 1985

Updated 01/04/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Contact Gregory

Greg Bowes Legal Services, P.C.

PO Box 741

Indianapolis, IN, 46206-0741

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Posted by anonymous | May 4, 2017

Domestic Violence Victim

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Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2016

Professional

Very professional attorney who answered all my questions and researched my matter.

Posted by Joseph | December 15, 2014

Resolution oriented

The city's attorney handling my case was intent on my paying the maximum fine from the get go, but with Mr. Bowes directness with this person for quick resolution, avoided the necessity of a trial.

Posted by anonymous | September 5, 2014

I would recommend this lawyer.

I was the victim of an individual who wanted to use the law to hurt me. I was facing a potential protective order and some serious criminal charges. Mr. Bowes was very helpful, great to work, and extremely knowledgeable. Greg also helped me take the case to civil court which gave positive results. If you need a lawyer in the Indianapolis area this guy is my recommendation!

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Posted by Dawson | July 30, 2014

Excellent Lawyer

I talked to Greg for workplace sexual harassment, my case was unique and after talking to one lawyer and being disheartened by her words I was still unhappy and decided to reach our once more. Greg gave me more in our conversation than I was able to get in two weeks from others. He was friendly, easy to talk to and better yet, he was knowledgeable and able to give me actual examples of real cases. I cannot stress enough how awesome he is to work with.

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Posted by John | June 17, 2014

Bicyclist hit by car

Greg did a great job with my personal injury case. He was exceptionally thorough in finding out the details of what happened and putting together the evidence for my case, so that we were prepared to go to trial. He consistently put my interests first, and advocated masterfully for me in settlement conferences.

Posted by Ben | October 10, 2012

Fantastic to work with and honest!

I contacted Greg via phone and he was straight forward and honest. You will find working with him to be a fantastic and he will get you the outcome you are wanting. If you need a criminal defense attorney this is your guy!

Posted by Marion T Waldrop | May 13, 2012

Gregory Philip Bowes

This Attorney is very knowledgeable and answers in a very courteous and timely manner. I never had to wait very long for an answer. Because of his advice and expertice of the law, I not only one my "Small Claims Case". but I won a 3000 dollar counterclaim and I represented myself!, which I do not recommend. Thanks Mr. Bowes for all of your advice and "know how". Hopefully, I will not need court advice again, but then again, you never know. Thanks! Now I know where to hire a good attorney.

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Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2011

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Greg Bowes was all of the above. I was satisfied and would refer him to anyone and have done that. I found him to be very in tune with what needed to be done in my case.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Public Defender
Brown County Public Defender Board
2018 - Present

Attorney
Greg Bowes Legal Services, P.C.
1991 - Present

Marion County Assessor
Marion County Assessor's Office
2007 - 2010

Councillor
Indianapolis/Marion County City-County Council
2004 - 2006

Board Member
Pike Township (Marion County, Indiana) Board
2003 - 2003

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Marion County Prosecutor's Office
1990 - 1991

Counsel
Indiana Department of Insurance
1989 - 1990

Legislative Assistant
Indiana State Medical Association
1984 - 1986

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Education

Georgetown University Law Center
LL.M - Master of Laws
1988

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
JD - Juris Doctor
1985

Indiana University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1982

Legal Cases

Cunningham v. State
Conviction for Criminal Confinement reversed on appeal.

Brewer v. State
Theft conviction reversed and case remanded for a new trial.

Turner v. Munoz
Won a money judgment, including punitive damages, for victim of a shooting.

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Associations

National Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association
Referee
1989 - Present

District of Columbia Bar
Member
1988 - Present

United States Soccer Federation
Referee
1984 - Present

Languages Spoken

German

Honors and Awards

Harrison Legal Writing Award, Second Place
Indiana State Bar Association
2004

Publications

Indiana Daily Student
Gorsuch nomination a concern for local law experts
2017

Indiana Daily Student
"I just wanted it to end."
2017

Indiana Lawyer
Open government advocates find victory in Groth decision
2017

Indiana Lawyer
Pence attorney argues public-records law shouldn’t apply to emails
2016

Indiana Lawyer
Pence counsel seeks email secrecy
2016

WTHR
Soccer player pleads guilty to assaulting ref
2003

Northwest Indiana Times
Settlement in Shults-Lewis case: Facility apologizes, promises to combat further abuse
2002

ABA Journal
Calling 'Em As He Sees 'Em
1994

Indiana Medicine
Physician's Guide to Indiana Law
1986

American Medical Association State Health Legislation Report
Structured Settlements: An Overview
1985

Indiana Law Review
Indiana and the World - Developments in International Business Law
1985

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Speaking Engagements

Groth v. Pence
Oral Argument
2016

Bowes v. Ind. Secretary of State
Oral Argument
2016

Sex Offense Seminar
Litigating the Rape Shield Law
2015

United States v. Jordan
Oral Argument
2015

Whiting v. State
Oral Argument
2011

MCANA Monthly Meeting
Status of Assessor Consolidation
2009

Harrison College Commencement
Find Your Purpose, Serve Others
2009

Henri v. Curto
Oral Argument
2009

MCANA Monthly Meeting
Public Question No. 1, Why We Should Vote YES
2008

PMI Annual Meeting
Lessons Learned from the 2007 Marion County Reassessment
2008

IPDC Continuing Legal Education
Use of Public Records
2007

IBA Continuing Legal Education
Duties of the County Assessor
2007

MCPDA Continuing Legal Education
Guarding the Record for Appeal
2003

Holden v. State
Oral Argument
2002

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Attorney endorsements

Received (11)

Given (13)

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David Lampman

Criminal defense Attorney | May 09
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Starkey

Unknown Attorney | Sep 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Greg is passionate and principled, and works hard to vindicate his clients and beliefs. It is my pleasure to recommend him."

Hovanes Margarian

Unknown Attorney | Dec 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gregory. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

Stacy Uliana

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Kathryn Kist

Personal injury Attorney | Mar 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"He is respected within the legal community for his professionalism and knowledge in legal matters. He vigorously represents his clients and does not shy away from taking difficult legal matters. He cares about getting his clients the best results possible and keeps them informed about the status of their claims. If you want a lawyer who truly cares about your case then Greg Bowes is a lawyer you should call."

Alena Shautsova

Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 03
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Howard Roitman

Personal injury Attorney | Oct 07
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Gauthier

Unknown Attorney | Dec 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"After reviewing attorney Bowes' history as well as insightful answers to questions on Avvo, I believe he is a trustworthy source of legal information."