Lorie Ann Brown

Lorie Ann Brown

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Licensing Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Licensing, Administrative Law, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

6214 Broadway Street, Indianapolis, IN

About Lorie

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Licensing 80%

Representing nurses and other health care providers before the various licensing boards

32 years | 300 cases

80%
Administrative Law 5%

Representing nurses and other health care providers before the various licensing boards

32 years | 300 cases

5%
Contracts and Agreements 5%

Assisting health care providers with their employment contracts and collaborative practice agreements.

32 years | 40 cases

5%
Health Care 5%

Representing nurses and other health care providers before the various licensing boards

32 years | 300 cases

5%
Medical Malpractice 5%

Representing victims of medical malpractice

27 years | 100 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for < 1 year

State: California

Acquired: 2025

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kentucky for 2 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2023

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 34 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1991

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 35 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1991

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Brown Law Office, P.C.

6214 Broadway Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46220

Brown Law Office

6214 Broadway St., Indianapolis, IN, 46220

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Lorie Ann Brown's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

100 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 40 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Registered Nurse

Lorie Brown has an expertise in nursing law. I had to appear in front of the nursing board and I did not have an attorney that specialized in nursing law, it was a nightmare to say the least. I personally think if I had started off with an attorney that specialized in nursing law, it would have saved... me money, stress, and I believe my case matter would have been resolved in a more expedited manor. Lorie was able to give great direction in the steps I needed to complete to get my issue resolved. If anyone has to appear in front of the nursing board (for any reason), I would strongly recommend hiring Lorie Brown as their attorney! It will save you money, and subside the added stress during this process! Lorie Brown and her staff were great! I would recommend her to all of my colleagues that have any issues that could arise! I would also recommend nurses in Indiana to complete CEU's (even though not state required.)

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Great advice when I needed it most!

I was very pleased with the assistance that I received from Brown Law, both from Lorie and Melissa. They prepared me in every way for my personal appearance, which is an extremely intimidating experience. I would have been very poorly prepared without counsel, and I have no doubt that the outcome w...ould have been different. With Melissa and Lorie's help, my license was renewed free and clear, which I am beyond thankful for! The expert preparation and end result were worth the cost. I recommend that any nurse facing Indiana's Board consider hiring Brown Law; they are knowledgeable, accessible, and familiar with the specifics of the Board, which can make all of the difference in your case.

Posted by Barb | October 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Nursing license renewal process

Lorie and her staff were AWESOME!!! They guided me through the nearly 2 year process of dealing with a nursing complaint that was filed against me. I would not have been able to get through this traumatic event in my life if not for them. They answered my many questions and helped to calm my nerves w...hen I was stressed. Fortunately, my case was dismissed and I am able to renew my nursing license. I would recommend Lorie, Melissa, Amanda and Debbie to anyone who is dealing with a nursing license issue.

Posted by Heather | October 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Board appearance

I was devastated and overwhelmed to know that I would need to go before the nursing board. Lori reminded me that one bad decision shouldn't tarnish all of my years practicing as a nurse, she was also somewhat of a therapist, and knew just the right words to help me go forward. She and her staff pr...epared me for every possibility, good and bad prior to, and assisted with documents I would need. I was so grateful for good news after my appearance, and I know it was all of the preparations prior to that helped me through. I'm very thankful for Lori's expertise and help for my nursing board appearance. I'm so glad that I picked up the phone to make the decision to retain Lori as my attorney. I am eternally grateful for her help.

Posted by Dawn | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Believed In Me, Supported Me, Trusted Me, Professional and Understanding

From the initial call I made to Lorie's office, I spoke to her Assistant Amanda, who was absolutely amazing! To know that someone wants to help you without even meeting you and believing in you and trusting you..Amanda was that person! After meeting with Lorie and explaining my story, I had already ...felt some pressure lifted off my shoulders. As I expected honesty from her, she too expected complete honesty from me. Its hard to explain really, to have Lorie in my corner, as well as Amanda, I felt instant comfort. When your career, hard work and priveledge of having a nursing license is on the line and can be taken away from you over a mistake, misunderstanding, lack of knowledge or just plain having a bad day, Lorie stepped up to the plate. She is professional and yes, very honest with complete integrity. From Day 1, she told me what I needed to do or should do. She corresponded with me in a timely manner. And a quote from her I will never forget: "A mistake does not define who you are." She helped me realize that having a RN license is a priveledge and not a right. She taught me how to protect my license in the future. I wish I could say money was not an issue, but every penny was worth hiring Lorie, to have a peace of mind is actually priceless. And although I would NEVER want to go through anything like this ever again in my LIFETIME, if I had to, Lorie would be my first call. I truly believe there are Angels here on earth and two of mine are Lorie and Amanda. I would recommend Lorie in a heartbeat. After 2 years of waiting to renew my license again, it is now renewed! She can't help you if you don't want to help yourself. Expect to do what she suggests and gather what she needs. Honesty is always the best policy and Lorie will tell you that. Be true to the situation and to yourself and have a little Faith, Lorie Brown will get you through it!

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Lorie Ann Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marcelino Lopez

Licensing lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Lorie Brown is the go to Attorney for those seeking to protect their professional license. Many doctors, nurses and dentists hire me when charged with criminal matters. Every single time I encourage those individuals to get Lorie on board to help protect their license. With Lorie protecting the license and me attacking the criminal case the results have been phenomenal for our clients."

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David Miller

Health care lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Lorie since law school and she's one of the most passionate people I know about the nursing profession. She won't protect bad nurses, but she'll go all out to help nurses who need legal representation."

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Randall Sevenish

Medical malpractice lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Lorie as co-counsel on several cases over the years in view of her competence in medical negligence and abilities in the medical-legal arena. She is highly respected in this community not only among lawyers but by physicians and medical staff as well. She is highly capable with excellent lawyering and legal nurse skills and thus I strongly endorse her to others for her unique skills."

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Lawrence Hansen

Health care lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Lorie for a number of years. I have found that she possesses a keen knowledge of Health Care law. She also cares for her clients. She attempts to assist her clients, both personally and professionally."

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Jason Reese

Health care lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Lorie for over a decade. She is a highly skilled lawyer with vast experience in the medical field. Lorie has a firm grasp of medical issues and access to some of the best experts in the country. I highly recommend Lorie to assist you with your medical negligence work."

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David Van Gilder

Medical malpractice lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lorie and her staff are extremely caring and responsive to clients and to fellow lawyers. I trust Lorie to review and analyze my potential cases and to give me honest and professional feedback."

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Merry Fountain

Licensing lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Lorie Brown and have known her for ten years. She is very knowledgeable regarding nursing licensing and a zealous advocate for her clients."

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Jack Morris

Medical malpractice lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. See has an excellant medical background and has handled cases on both a plaintiff and defendant side so can appropriately evaluate a potential claim."

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David Burton

Medical malpractice lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lorie is highly skilled and knowledgeable regarding a wide range of medical malpractice matters."

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Marcelino Lopez

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David Miller

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Jason Reese

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Founder/Director, Empowered Nurses

1999 - Present

Attorney/President, Brown Law Office, P.C.

2001 - 2012

Adjunct Assistant Professor, Indiana University School Nursing Department of Environments Health

1998 - 1999

Attorney, Kopka Landau and Pinkus

1993 - 1998

Attorney/Partner, Tabbert Hahn Earnest Weddle & Starkey, P.C.

1991 - 1993

Staff Attorney, Indiana Department of Insurance

1989 - 1991

Medical-Legal Analyst/Law Clerk, Harrison & Moberly, LLP

Associations

2021 - Present

The American Association of Nurse Attorneys

President

2012 - Present

American Nurses Association

Member

2012 - Present

Indiana State Nurses Association

Member

1990 - Present

The American Association of Nurse Attorneys - Indiana Chapter

Past President

2010 - 2013

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

2000 - 2017

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Steele V. St Vincent

Affirmed on appeal to the Supreme Court

Lusk v. Swanson

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Education

1990

Indiana University

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of California

MN - Master of Nursing

1982

Indiana University

RN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Speaking Engagements

2015

Infusion Nurse Society Annual Convention Law and Order for Infusion Nurses

2014

National Student Nurse Association Annual Conference

The GIFTS of The Empowered Nurse Student

2014

Keynote Speaker for the Indiana Association of Nursing Students Conference

The GIFTS of The Empowered Student Nurse

2014

International Transplant Nurses Society Annual Conference

Law and Order for Nurses

2012

National Business Institute Conference

Top Nursing Home Liability Claims in Indiana

2012

American Association of Nurse Attorneys in New Orleans, Louisiana

Marketing for The Nurse Attorney

2010

National Business Institute Conference

Nursing Home Malpractice: Evaluating and Addressing Accountability

2009

National Speaker for PESI

When Something Goes Terribly Wrong: Avoiding the Latest Legal Issues in OB Care

2009

44th Annual Cleveland VA Clinical Nursing Conference

How to Protect Your License from Delegation to Litigation

2008

National Speaker for PESI

When Something Goes Terribly Wrong: Avoiding the Latest Legal Issues in OB Care

2007

National Speaker for PESI

When Something Goes Terribly Wrong: Avoiding the Latest Legal Issues in OB Care

2007

National Business Institute

Nursing Home Malpractice: Evaluating and Addressing Accountability

2004

The Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum Conference

New and Emerging Trends in Health Care: Update on Medical Malpractice Case Law

2003

PESI Conference

How to Maximize or Minimize Personal Injury Damages

2003

Lorman Educational Services Seminar

Nursing Home Litigation

2003

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association Lifetime Achievement Seminar

Obtaining Medical Records Under HIPAA

2003

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association Conference

Effective Review of Electronic Medical Records

2003

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum Seminar

Electronic Medical Records

2003

18th Annual Nurse Practitioner and Midwife Conference

Medical Malpractice in Indiana

2002

Lorman Education Services

Nursing Home Negligence in Indiana

2001

Lorman Education Services

Nursing Home Negligence in Indiana

2000

Trial Lawyers Association

Effective Use of the Internet for Medical Research

2000

The American Association of Nurse Attorneys Conference

Medical Research on the Net

2000

Midwest Conference of Women In the Law

Effective Use of the Internet for Medical Research

2000

Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana

Medicine on the Net

1999

Lorman Education Services

Understanding Their Language: Medical Terminology for Attorneys in Indiana

1996

The Institute for Paralegal Education

Understanding, Analyzing and Utilizing Medical Records for the Indiana Paralegal

1996

Addressed State meeting of the Indiana Osteopathic Physician Society

Presenting Medical Information to an Attorney

1994

The American Association of Nurse Attorneys Annual Educational Symposium

Pre-Trial Screening Procedures: Three States' Experience with Malpractice Reform

1994

National Business Institute Seminar

Medical Malpractice in Indiana

1992

PESI seminar

Legal Aspects of Medication Administration

1992

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum Seminar

Utilizing Medical Expert Witnesses

1990

Winona Hospital Seminar

Legal Aspects of Nursing Practice

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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